Intellectual Property Counsel for Diagnostics (Hybrid/Remote based)

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Job description

Now's our time to inspire the future of healthcare together.

Siemens Healthineers is a leading global medical technology company with over 170 years of experience and 18,000 patents. More than 48,000 dedicated colleagues in over 70 countries are driven to shape the future of healthcare. We stand with our customers around the world to support them in delivering high quality care to their patients. An estimated 5 million patients across the globe benefit every day from our innovative technologies and services in the areas of diagnostic and therapeutic imaging, laboratory diagnostics and molecular medicine, as well as digital health and enterprise services. This is what truly matters to us.

Join our team now at Siemens Healthineers as an Intellectual Property Counsel for Diagnostics

This is a role well suited to an ambitious professional, looking for the next step in their career. As an Intellectual Property Counsel:

* You will be an integral part of the laboratory diagnostics business, with a focus on molecular-based testing, and drive decisions concerning IP issues together with the business leadership, R&D organization, business development, strategy and legal department.
* You will develop and drive the implementation of an IP strategy for the business line, including the preparation, filing and prosecution of patents, trademarks or copyright applications internally and via outside counsel.
* You will ensure freedom to operate by implementation of appropriate defensive IP measures and by providing expert legal advice in connection with product IP clearances and patent investigations
* You will actively support IP litigations and M&A transactions (and associated due diligence activities) for the business line as necessary.

This position may best suit someone having the below traits, and who would like to develop one's career with Healthineers:

* You have excellent inter-personal communication skills and a keen ability to interact effectively.
* You can work effectively in a fast-paced, small-team environment with a willingness to expand skill sets.
* You can successfully complete projects and assignments and provide support to R&D and business leadership, in a global environment.
* You have outstanding organizational skills and can manage multiple competing demands.
* You are a creative problem solver.

Required skills to have for the success of this role:

* Juris Doctor from an accredited institution, with admission to practice in a U.S. state and before the USPTO.
* Experience and/or background in medical diagnostics, particularly in the field of molecular (nucleic acid) testing
* 7+ years of experience as a practicing attorney experienced in intellectual property, including in prosecution, counselling, clearances and IP-related agreements.
* 10% Travel

Siemens Healthineers has recently announced the next steps in our continued commitment to prioritize colleague health, comply with customer/business partner requirements, and help preserve our business continuity. Going forward, please be aware that Siemens Healthineers requires full vaccination for all new hires by their start date. (Note: Accommodations may be requested for certain medical or religious reasons).

At Siemens Healthineers, we value those who dedicate their energy and passion to a greater cause. Our people make us unique as an employer in the med-tech industry. What unites and motivates our global team is the inspiration of our common purpose: To innovate for healthcare, building on our remarkable legacy of pioneering ideas that translate into even better healthcare products and services. We recognize that taking ownership of our work allows both us and the company to grow. We offer you a flexible and dynamic environment and the space to move beyond your comfort zone to grow both personally and professionally.

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As an equal-opportunity employer we are happy to consider applications from individuals with disabilities

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Organization: Siemens Healthineers

Company: Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc.

Experience Level: Experienced Professional

Job Type: Full-time

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Siemens is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

EEO is the Law

Applicants and employees are protected under Federal law from discrimination. To learn more, Click here.

Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination Provision

Siemens follows Executive Order 11246, including the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision. To learn more, Click here.

California Privacy Notice

California residents have the right to receive additional notices about their personal information. To learn more, click here.