IP Formulation Strategy Lead

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Role / Position Title : Manager / Assistant Manager - IP

SBU : R&D

Location : Mahape, Navi Mumbai

Reporting Manager : Deputy General Manager - IP

2. POSITION SUMMARY

Candidate should have around 8-12 years of experience in supporting and handling formulation patents for the US and other Regulated / Emerging Markets. Candidate should be well versed with infringement analysis, strategy clearances, preparing patent invalidation reports and experienced in new product identification. Candidate should have strong knowledge of the IP laws of Regulated and Emerging Markets. Experience in patent drafting, prosecution will be additional advantage.

3. OVERALL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Review patent landscape, patent clearance report and invalidity reports.
• FTO analysis and discuss with R&D on strategy clearance.
• Design ANDA filing strategy, monitor competitive intelligence and suggest early launch prospects.
• Prepare patent invalidity reports, support in patent litigation, identify blocking patents / applications and take appropriate measures like opposition and revocation to mitigate IP risk.
• Create IP asset by filing, prosecution and grant of patents.

4. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Education :

M. Pharm in Pharmaceutics or PhD

Registered Patent Agent in India

LLB or Diploma in Patent Law preferred

Experience : 8-12 yrs years

Knowledge and Skills :

Leadership / Managerial Attributes :