Patent Law

Infinity Pharmaceuticals Inc., an innovative drug discovery and development company, is seeking a Patent Counsel capable of developing and implementing strategies that will allow Infinity to protect and exploit its proprietary interests and obtain freedom to operate for its product candidates. The successful applicant will work closely with Infinity?s senior leadership, multiple internal functional groups, and outside counsel.

Responsibilities:
? Developing, directing and executing Infinity?s intellectual property strategy
? Counseling product development teams and senior leadership on intellectual property matters
? Identifying potentially patentable subject matter
? Preparing and prosecuting patent applications throughout the world
? Reviewing and analyzing third party intellectual property to ensure freedom to operate, including preparation of infringement/validity analyses
? Managing Infinity?s trademark portfolio
? Supporting business development activities, including conduct of due diligence
? Drafting and negotiating technology-related agreements, including materials transfer, research and license agreements
? Supervising and mentoring Patent Agent

Success in this role will require thoughtful leadership and the drive to execute strategy in an interactive and open environment. The ability to interact effectively with internal and external audiences and capture the big picture vision is critical. At the same time, this position requires the successful candidate to roll up his/her sleeves and draft/prosecute patent applications.

Requirements:
? 4-7 years patent practice experience in small molecule pharmaceuticals; prior in-house experience a plus
? J.D. from an accredited U.S. law school
? Registration to practice before the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office and admission to at least one state bar (Massachusetts preferred)
? Advanced degree (M.S. or Ph.D.) in chemistry, biochemistry or biology preferred
? Prior responsibility supervising a staff of patent attorneys/agents preferred
? Ability to communicate effectively with scientists as well as business and legal professionals, internal and external to Infinity, including senior management
? Ability to distill complexity with clarity and precision and to act decisively
? Ability to develop effective working relationships in a collegial environment
? Ability to be a team player and work collaboratively to obtain results
? Ability to exercise discretion and sound judgment in decision-making with limited supervision

Contact:
Please apply online at www.infi.com/careers.html (search: 09-107).

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: Cambridge, Massachusetts