Senior Counsel – Patent Medicinal, Pharmaceutical Chemistry

Amgen

. Develop, implement, and execute global intellectual property strategies for Amgen’s therapeutic products and product candidates .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $250,322 - $338,670 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and executing global intellectual property strategies, with a strong focus on patent law and biotechnology. Proficient in legal drafting, conducting due diligence, and providing counsel on IP-related matters while managing complex projects in a fast-paced environment.

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J.D. Degree or LL.M. DegreeRegistered to Practice Before the U.S. Patent and Trademark OfficeExperience in U.S. and Foreign Intellectual Property LawPatent Litigation ExperienceStrong Legal Drafting Skills

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Hard Skills

Patent Application DraftingPrior Art SearchesFreedom-to-Operate OpinionsNegotiation of Research AgreementsLitigation SupportIntellectual Property Strategy DevelopmentDue Diligence in LicensingAdversarial Proceedings ExperienceAnalytic SkillsProject Management

Soft Skills

Leadership SkillsClient Service FocusCommunication SkillsTeam CollaborationTime Management

Certifications & Qualifications

Admission to Practice Law in a U.S. Jurisdiction

Industry Keywords

BiotechnologyPharmaceuticalIntellectual Property LawPatent LawOrganic ChemistryMedicinal ChemistryInter Partes ReviewsPost Grant ReviewsPatent ProsecutionResearch Agreements

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop, implement, and execute global intellectual property strategies for Amgen’s therapeutic products and product candidates
Work with Amgen scientists to identify patentable subject matter
Draft, file, and prosecute patent applications worldwide
Conduct prior art searches
Analyze patents and prepare freedom-to-operate opinions
Conduct due diligence in support of licensing activities
Negotiate and draft research agreements
Provide legal advice and counsel to R&D and business partners on IP-related matters
Assist with litigation-related matters and challenge or defend patents in PTAB, opposition, and other forums
Work individually, in legal teams, and on cross-functional R&D and business teams across various geographies

Requirements

What you’ll need

J.D. degree or LL.M. degree from an accredited law school
Admission to practice law in a U.S. jurisdiction
Four plus (4+) years of experience practicing intellectual property law
Registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Ten (10) or more years of experience practicing patent or intellectual property law preferred
Experience in all aspects of U.S. and foreign intellectual property law relating to biotechnology at a law firm or biotechnology/pharmaceutical corporation preferred
An advanced degree such as a master’s degree or Ph.D. in organic or medicinal chemistry preferred
Excellent analytic, legal drafting and oral and written communication skills
Strong management and leadership skills and a strong client service focus
Ability to work independently and in teams
Ability to work efficiently, prioritize workflow, meet demanding deadlines, and manage multi-dimensional projects in a fast-paced environment
Experience in U.S. and/or foreign adversarial proceedings, such as patent litigation, Inter Partes Reviews, Post Grant Reviews, and oppositions preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

A comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions
Group medical, dental and vision coverage
Life and disability insurance
Flexible spending accounts
A discretionary annual bonus program
Stock-based long-term incentives
Award-winning time-off plans
Flexible work models where possible
Career development opportunities
Work/life balance support
Financial plans with opportunities to save towards retirement or other goals