IPM Expert

Job DescriptionJob SummaryPrepare and execute robust intellectual property strategy for Formulation while creating intellectual asset for the organization, with the objective of developing & launching generic pharmaceutical products across global markets with minimal risk, that drive growth of the Organization.Roles & ResponsibilitiesProduct Selection/ Opportunity Identification:Support product selection and portfolio for GG Globally & ensure robust pipeline by focussing on early entry IP based opportunitiesPrepare report on IP landscape and analyse literature to identify the white spaces and blocksCollect & Summarize the literature for their own set of products; Review data collected & summarized by the team in view of competitive landscape to propose IP strategies & aid product selectionGuide in interpretation of claim/scope in complex scenario and across marketsAnalyse the searches & references for building Invalidation positions.Product Development/ Infringement Analysis and Stage gate clearances:Evaluate the proposed product strategies vis-à-vis the relevant patents, for infringement analysis for their own set of productsSuggest Do's & Don’ts from IP perspective for product strategy developmentParticipate with CFT's to support IP evaluation in all stages of product development and to review product progress, challenge accuracy of assumption and recommend changesReview & discuss the infringement analysis report, provide inputs to the team to develop robust IP strategiesFacilitate product development while looking at invalidation where design around is not feasibleProduct Launch:Monitor information on new/pending patent filings/grants & listings relevant to the product after ANDA/dossier filing and till launch.Review the IP scenario and competitive intelligence, accordingly provide the best possible launch scenariosProvide inputs on litigation possibilities, risk assessment and mitigation planCollaborate with RA, FTL, Portfolio and front end business teams to arrive at product specific launch strategyProvide arguments & support documents during litigation/discovery phase to support US legal teamSupport litigation team to handle legal issues, responses to legal notices, filing writ petitions during litigations for EU & EMIN.Provide support wrt customer queries on IP related issues & updates (For API+, B2B)Patent drafting, filing & Prosecution:Evaluate the Inventions in view of available literature to support patentability assessment.Discuss inventions with the development team and suggest modifications to expand/extend the invention;Suggest the development team for generation of supporting dataDraft, file patent application and prosecute as per the applicable laws.Review the patent drafts from team membersSupport early & proactive decision making on prosecution leading to cost-effective patent portfolio managementCoaching and Mentoring:Build IP Expertise around required new technology areas.Provide proactive guidance to teams during regular workPeriodically impart training to enhance team’s skills and performanceMentor key talent in the team

QualificationsEducational qualification:

M Pharm./Ph.D in PharmaMinimum work experience :12 - 15 years of Pharmaceutical Industry experience in Intellectual Property; including candidate from Law firms who have worked in Life Science & Health care sector would be preferable.Qualified Indian Patent Agent and/or PG Diploma in patents law would be preferred.Any prior Formulation R&D experience would be a good to have add-on credential.Skills & attributes:Technical Skills• Strong API/Formulation and IP knowledge• Good understanding of legal/IP framework for various Developed and Emerging markets• Patent filings & Prosecutions knowledge• Infringement/ Patent validity analysis• Identifying New product opportunities• Product Launch predictionsBehavioural Skills• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.• Efficient Leader and a good collaborator.• Effective planning and high level of performance orientation.• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Additional InformationAbout the DepartmentA team of 40+ catering to multiple geographies and dealing with IP matters of API, formulations, packaging & devices for enabling R&D and Business by taking up end to end IP responsibility from product selection to launchIntegrated Product Development OrganisationWe integrate our deep science capabilities and cutting-edge technology to develop innovative, accessible and affordable therapies for patients worldwide. We are a science-driven, innovation-focused pharmaceutical company committed to accelerating access to healthcare solutions to patients around the world. We have End to end capabilities in API, Formulations, Clinical, Intellectual Property and Regulatory Affairs. We are serving 55+ markets including USA, Canada, Europe, China, LATAM, ASEAN and all Emerging Markets with innovative and generic products ranging from Active pharmaceutical ingredients (API), Oral formulations, Parenteral (Injectables, Opthalmics) & Other dosagesOur product development efforts drive a portfolio of more than 1,000 products Enabled by our robust R&D team consisting of more 200 scientists and functional experts and more than 150 doctorates, we have filed 1,071 patents and also published over 1,000 papers for peer review over the years.Benefits OfferedAt Dr. Reddy’s we actively help to catalyse your career growth and professional development through personalised learning programs.The benefits you will enjoy at Dr. Reddy’s are on par with the best industry standards. They include, among other things and other essential equipment, joining & relocation support, family support (Maternity & Paternity benefits), learning and development opportunities, medical coverage for yourself and your family, life coverage for yourself.Our Work CultureAsk any employee at Dr. Reddy’s why they come to work every day and they’ll say, because Good Health Can’t Wait. This is our credo as well as the guiding principle behind all our actions. We see healthcare solutions not only as scientific formulations, but as a means to help patients lead healthier lives, and we’re always attuned to the new and the next to empower people to stay fit. And to do this, we foster a culture of empathy and dynamism. People are at the core of our journey over the last few decades. They have been supported by an enabling environment that buoys individual ability while fostering teamwork and shared success. We believe that when people with diverse skills are bound together by a common purpose and value system, they can make magic.For more details, please visit our career website at

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