Senior Director, Patent Counsel

PTC Therapeutics, Inc.

. Support PTC’s global Intellectual Property legal needs under the supervision and direction of the in-house Global Head of Intellectual Property .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $250,800 - $290,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in patent preparation and prosecution, particularly within pharmaceutical and biotechnology environments, while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Exhibits strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills to effectively manage cross-functional interactions and support strategic filing goals.

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Patent Preparation And ProsecutionJD DegreeRegistered To Practice Before The United States Patent OfficeExperience In Pharmaceutical Or Biotechnology EnvironmentsAdvanced Degree In Chemistry, Pharmacy, Or PharmD

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Hard Skills

Patent Application PreparationPatent Portfolio AnalysisFreedom-To-Operate AnalysisRegulatory ComplianceAnalytical ThinkingProblem-SolvingAttention To DetailTime ManagementLaboratory-Based Scientific ExperienceExperience Filing With USPTO

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsAbility To Work IndependentlyCollaborative TeamworkReliable Self-StarterAbility To Influence Without Direct Authority

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word)SharePointChemDrawEFS WebAdobe

Certifications & Qualifications

Admission To At Least One State Bar

Industry Keywords

Intellectual PropertyDrug DiscoveryPharmaceuticalBiotechnologyRegulatory Requirements

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support PTC’s global Intellectual Property legal needs under the supervision and direction of the in-house Global Head of Intellectual Property
Prepare and prosecute patent applications to support PTC’s Research and Development goals
Manage product-related international patent docket
Interact cross-functionally to gather and analyze information necessary to prepare patent applications
Perform freedom-to-operate and patent portfolio analyses for prospective business development activities
Attend internal meetings with key stakeholders to obtain subject matter background
Provide direction and support to ensure patentability requirements are met and aligned with strategic filing timing goals
Contribute expertise to R&D and IP team discussions to develop and execute patent preparation and filing strategies
Review examination communications from US and ex-US patent offices
Consult with IP team personnel and provide instructions to external IP counsel regarding potential responses
Review draft responses from external IP counsel and provide direction or instructions as appropriate
Work cross-functionally with internal departments and external resources on IP-related issues
Ensure adherence to relevant regulatory requirements and company Standard Operating Procedures
Perform additional duties as requested or required

Requirements

What you’ll need

JD degree
Minimum of 8 years of progressively responsible, related legal experience
At least 3 years of patent preparation and prosecution experience in-house or at a law firm for pharmaceutical, biotechnology or related environments
Admission to at least one state bar
Registered to practice before the United States Patent Office
Demonstrated experience preparing, filing and prosecuting patent applications
Understanding of the role of patents in drug related regulatory environments
Advanced degree in a relevant chemistry discipline, pharmacy, or PharmD preferred
High degree of integrity and ability to handle confidential information with discretion
Strong attention to detail and ability to adhere to strict deadlines and guidelines
Reliable self-starter with ability to influence without direct authority
Demonstrated proficiency using advanced functionality of Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel and Word)
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, matrixed, team environment
Analytical thinking and excellent problem-solving skills
Ability to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines
Excellent planning, organization and time management skills, including ability to support and prioritize multiple projects
Experience in a drug discovery role within a pharmaceutical, biotechnology or related environment preferred
Hands-on, laboratory-based scientific experience preferred
Experience filing patent applications with the USPTO or related entity preferred
Experience with SharePoint, ChemDraw, EFS Web and/or Adobe preferred
Travel requirements: ~10%

Benefits

Comp & perks

Short- and long-term incentives
Medical plan
Dental plan
Vision plan
Retirement savings plan