The Patent Counsel is a senior level role within the Intellectual Property Function of Amneal. The day-to-day focus is (i) providing IP guidance to scientists and senior management in R&D to support the development of specialty pharmaceutical products, (ii) developing patent portfolios to protect Amneal assets, including drafting and prosecution patent applications; and (iii) working with management to screen and select new product candidates, both internally developed and external opportunities.
Essential Functions:
- IP Strategy Development & Portfolio Management: Develop and implement comprehensive global IP strategies supporting pipeline and marketed products; Build, manage, and optimize a high-value patent portfolio aligned with R&D and commercialization priorities; Advise on lifecycle management strategies; Identify opportunities to strengthen competitive positioning.
- Patent Prosecution & Counseling: Prepare, file, and prosecute patent applications in the US and in other jurisdictions with foreign associates; Provide strategic advice on claim scope, patentability, and jurisdictional considerations; Conduct invention disclosure sessions with scientists to identify patentable innovations: Ensure consistency and quality in prosecution strategy across jurisdictions.
- Freedom-to-Operate (FTO) & Risk Assessment: Lead FTO analyses to assess potential infringement risks for development candidates and commercial products; Provide clear, actionable guidance on IP risks and mitigation strategies; Monitor competitor IP landscapes and emerging technologies to inform business decisions; Support due diligence activities for licensing, partnerships, and M&A transactions.
Additional Responsibilities:
- Keep current with developing patent law
- Assess in-licensing opportunities/associated due diligence activities
- Provide periodic litigation support
- Assist in training on various IP related topics