Senior IP Counsel, Biology & Life Sciences

Posted 12 days ago

ucbSomerville (MA)

Biological Scientists, All Other Research and Development in Biotechnology (except Nanobiotechnology)

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About the role

UCB seeks a strategic Patent Counsel, Biology to join our Cambridge, MA Intellectual Property team. You will partner with biology researchers to develop IP strategies, manage global patent portfolios, and advise on freedom-to-operate and risk management. In this hybrid role, you will collaborate across research, legal, and contracts functions, supporting programs in the US and globally while helping to advance scientific innovation and patient impact.

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