IP Counsel

The Broad Institute stands on the leading edge of biomedical research, with a mission to broadly disseminate discoveries and information to the scientific community and general public. The Broad’s research is pursued through a blend of academic and industrial‑scale production of genetic, biological, and chemical outputs, with scientists from Broad, MIT, Harvard, and the Harvard‑affiliated hospitals working side‑by‑side. The legal function within the Office of Strategic Alliances and Partnering is critical to accelerating and expanding the translation of our institution’s emerging knowledge and novel discoveries through strategic partnering, licensing, and new ventures. The Broad Institute’s break‑through innovations include novel therapeutics, biomarkers, diagnostics, drug development technologies, and analysis tools. Our research spans a wide array of disease states with significant unmet needs, including cancer, cardiovascular disease, infectious diseases, inflammation and autoimmune disorders, metabolic diseases, neglected diseases, orphan diseases, and psychiatric diseases. The Intellectual Property team is active in establishing meaningful partnerships ranging from Broad Institute‑based research and technology collaborations to joint drug development programs, technology licensing, and sponsored research opportunities. Responsibilities Manage the Broad Institute’s intellectual property (“IP”) portfolio. Identify scientific and technical discoveries for potential patent protection through regular communications with scientists. The initial portfolio will be weighted toward small molecule therapeutics. Evaluate scientific and novel aspects of discoveries for patentability, protection with other intellectual property including trademarks, and commercial applications. Ensure IP strategy conforms with overall strategic goals and supports the achievement of institutional goals. Manage the patenting process for inventions generated from multi‑disciplinary research jointly owned by partner institutions, and effectively communicate with their tech transfer offices. Manage outside counsel and supervise all work products to ensure compliance with institutional strategy and risk tolerance. Advise on IP matters, direct legal work, and oversee the selection and engagement of outside legal experts when needed. In partnership with business development and legal transactions groups, support negotiations of license, option, sponsored research, and collaboration agreements. Support Alliance Managers in managing partnerships. Provide guidance and education for the institutional community regarding intellectual property matters, including advising and responding to community questions/issues. Interact closely with scientific staff, including principal investigators, postdoctoral fellows, graduate and undergraduate students, and others. Handle other projects or duties as requested or required. Minimum Qualifications Registered US patent attorney. Minimum five (5) or more years of experience as an attorney practicing U.S. and international biotechnology patent prosecution, including drafting patent applications and Office actions, correspondence with the USPTO, and direct responsibility for client management. Preferred Qualifications Ph.D. or P.Eng. in the life sciences is desirable, but not required. Strong chemistry background is desirable, with expertise in biochemistry, biophysics, cellular/chemical biology, genomics, immunology, microbiology, molecular/systems biology, pharmacology, neuroscience, organic chemistry, synthetic biology, or biomedical/chemical engineering. Experience in licensing and supporting licensing negotiations of life science technologies. Academic or pharma/biotech industry life science research experience. Outstanding written and oral communication skills and the ability to quickly communicate complex issues clearly. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to handle multiple assignments and meet strict deadlines. Experience in client service, interacting with a wide range of stakeholders in a fast‑paced environment. Entrepreneurial, proactive, collaborative, self‑starter, highly independent. A passion for science and its application to improve public health. The Broad will not provide sponsorship for this position. The expected base pay range for this position as listed above is based on a 40 hour per week schedule. Broad provides pay ranges representing its reasonable and good faith estimate of what the organization reasonably expects to pay for a position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will vary based on factors including but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, education, qualifications, and other factors permissible by law. From day one, this role offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; a 401(k) retirement plan; flexible spending and health savings accounts; at least 13 paid holidays; winter closure; paid time off; parental and family care leave; and an employee assistance program, among other Broad benefits. The Broad Institute is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. 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