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European Patent Attorney (For Medical Devices Or Industrial Products)

hace 1 día

Girona

HIPRA is a pharmaceutical and biotechnological company focused on prevention and diagnosis for animal and human health, with a broad range of highly innovative vaccines and an advanced diagnostic service.HIPRA has a solid international presence in more than 40 countries, with its own subsidiaries, 11 diagnostic centres and 6 production plants strategically located in Europe (Spain) and America (Brazil).Research and Development constitute the core of its knowledge. HIPRA dedicates 15% of its annual turnover to R&D activities that concentrate on the creation and application of the latest scientific advances to the development of the highest quality innovative vaccines. To give added value to its vaccination experience, the company also develops medical devices and traceability services.We are looking for a talented Fully or Partially Qualified European Patent Attorney for our Legal and IP Department. This position is based in Aiguaviva (Girona – Spain)His or her main role will be:Assessing innovative R&D developments and Digital solutions in close collaboration with technical and scientific staff and business units, providing IP advisory counselPreparation of patent landscape and FTO analysis for EU and global R&D pipelinePerforming state-of-the-art and patentability search reportsMaintenance of internal IP and corresponding databasesGlobal Prosecution of Patent rightsParticipating in and dealing with drafting oppositions/appeal proceedings and observations before the EPOProviding valid opinions and infringement advice to the relevant R&D and business unitsEstablishing confidentiality actions to ensure the maintenance of IPTechnical support for business developmentThe requirements for the candidates are:- EQE (European Qualifying Examination) fully or partly passed. (mandatory)- Solid industrial background like bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering or related disciplines including electronic engineering, software engineering, artificial intelligence and so on- Minimum of 5 years of experience in the industry, preferably in pharmaceutical or/and biotechnology industries, drafting and prosecuting patent applications, as well as in searching for and preparing reports on patentability and FTO (Freedom to Operate) opinions,- Experience in medical devices or industrial products would be appreciated- Excellent command in English and Spanish. French and German will be a plus- Strong technical, writing, communication and analytical skills- Able to analyze large volumes of data to suggest commercial and actionable decisions- Strong organizational, planning and time management skills, to design, monitor and enforce IP work plans- Highly responsible and able to meet strict deadlines, be meticulous with attention to detail and be able to efficiently prioritize high portfolio workloadsREASONS TO BE PART OF HIPRATo be involved in relevant cases and long-term projects which provide the opportunity to expand knowledge and experience,Growing multinational company with 40 subsidiaries worldwideMulticultural environment within the different teamworkPromotion of training and development plansHIPRA offers equal opportunity to all of its employees.All qualified applicants will be considered for the position to be filled, without regard to gender, race, nationality, disability or age.All hiring decisions are made on the basis of merit, competence and the needs of the company.#J-18808-Ljbffr