Description

At Dr. Reddy's "Good Health Can't Wait"

By joining Dr. Reddy’s, you will contribute to making the breakthroughs of tomorrow a reality today! From making medicines more affordable to discovering innovative treatment options to satisfy unmet medical needs, we are dedicated to helping people lead longer and healthier lives. We are seeking dynamic and energetic individuals ready to inspire, ready to make a difference for their community and every community.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Dr. Reddy’s, we are deeply committed to building a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace where everyone belongs and is valued for their contributions to the team. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the role and are open to exploring candidates with a less traditional background.

We are seeking an Intellectual Property (IP) Counsel to join our Princeton, NJ office (Hybrid). This role will report directly to the Head of Intellectual Property for North America
As an Attorney in the IP department, you will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to design and implement IP strategies to advance Dr. Reddy’s interest to provide affordable health care solutions. This role will provide counsel on Hatch-Waxman and BPCIA issues, and be responsible for the entire life-cycle of a project from target to launch and will require extensive interaction with Portfolio, R&D, and Regulatory Affairs.

Responsibilities

. Manage ANDA, 505(b)(2) and biosimilar patent litigations, including post-grant patent office proceedings by developing and implementing claims and defenses
. Secure freedom-to-operate for Dr Reddy’s products, including clearance of Orange Book and unlisted patents for the bulk API, route of synthesis, finished dosage form and polymorphs
. Prepare ANDA patent certifications and the corresponding notice letters and detailed statements
. Examine patents, file histories, prior art, ongoing litigations, and citizen’s petitions for possible Paragraph IV and related strategies for ANDA,505(b)(2), and BPCIA products
. Conduct IP due diligence and provide IP support towards business development activities
. Manage drafting and prosecution of patent applications
. Advise internal stakeholders on all aspects of pharmaceutical patent and regulatory law, including exclusivity issues and launch scenarios

Qualifications / Skills

. A Juris Doctor from a recognized, accredited law school and licensed to practice in New Jersey or in at least one other state with eligibility to apply for limited New Jersey in-house counsel legal license
. Registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office preferred
. Minimum of a Bachelors Degree in Science or Engineering. Degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or similar discipline preferred. Advanced degree highly preferred
. 5 - 9 years of patent litigation experience, including significant experience in Hatch-Waxman matters
. Exhibit leadership by example, effort and attitude, including the ability to work independently.

Must be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident of U.S. or otherwise authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

COVID-19 Vaccination

Getting vaccinated remains the most effective way to halt the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic, and Dr. Reddy’s encourages all employees to be vaccinated. At this time, vaccinations are not mandated for Princeton-based employees but may become required in the future. Weekly COVID testing is mandatory for all employees who have not uploaded proof of vaccination or who are not fully vaccinated.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.