Intellectual Property Director

Core Responsibilities:

• Support the management and development of Vanda’s patent portfolio

• Coordinate with Vanda legal department to support Vanda’s patent litigation efforts
• Learn something new every day; become conversant in dozens of highly technical topics; develop proficiencies

• Perform other related duties as requested or as responsibilities dictate

Required:

• 8+ years’ experience in patent prosecution and portfolio management
• PhD in biology, chemistry, biochemistry, bioengineering, or other related field
• Strong interpersonal skills, work ethic, and ability to work independently
• Ability to identify underlying issues in complex situations
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to juggle multiple priorities, organize time, meet deadlines, and handle highly confidential information with discretion
• Ability to make decisions and justify legal recommendations
• Customer service oriented with a positive attitude
• Willingness to 'roll up your sleeves' and learn every day
• Strong proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred:

• Strong background in pharmaceutical industry preferably at a publicly traded US company
• Admission to practice in patent matters before the USPTO

Job title may vary based on candidate's level of experience