Job Title: Patent Counsel - Director

Location: Cambridge MA

About the Job

Ready to push the limits of what's possible? Join Sanofi in one of our corporate functions and youcan play a vital part in the performance of ourentire business while helping to make an impact onmillions around the world. As Patent Counsel, US Synthetic Molecules, you will be part of the Global Synthetic Molecules Patent team within Sanofi's Global Intellectual Property Department. Based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, you will be dedicated to all aspects of patent protection for a diverse range of programs across Sanofi's global business units primarily related to small molecules. You will advise on a wide range of intellectual property matters, including patent preparation and prosecution, worldwide patent portfolio management, overall IP strategy, patentability, and freedom-to-operate analyses.

• Prepare, file, and prosecute US, EPO, and foreign patent applicationsin chemical and pharmaceutical areas.
  
• Interact with colleagues at all levels of the organization (including Research & Development, Project Management, Business Development, Franchise, Industrial Affairs) in the US and Europe to provide counselling and proactively solicit invention disclosures.
  
• Provide patentability evaluation of IP related to internal, collaborative, and external projects.
  
• Manage post issuance patent proceedings, such as post grant reviews, inter partes reviews, and oppositions.
  
• Participate in due diligence of license agreements and the drafting, reviewing, and negotiation of agreements covering intellectual property rights.
  
• Conduct, direct, and analyze patent searches and render opinions on validity,non-infringement, and patent avoidance of third-party patents.
  
• Review proposed research papers and other publications for any impact on patent strategies.
  

• A Juris Doctor from a recognized, accredited law school.
  
• Active membership and good standing in NJ, MA, or other state bar.
  
• Registered US Patent Attorney is required.
  
• A minimum of a graduate degree (MS, PhD) in a chemical or biochemical science is required.
  
• A minimum of 6 years of patent law experience gained in-house and/or in a law firm.
  
• A motivated, proactive person, exhibiting initiative to contribute to the team beyond the mere handling of assigned projects.
  
• This position may require up to 10% overall travel (domestic and international).
  

• Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team.
  
• Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it's through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally.
  
• Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact.
  
• Take good care of yourself and your family, with a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs and at least 14 weeks' gender-neutral parental leave.