Intellectual Property Coordinator

At AstraZeneca, we pride ourselves on crafting a collaborative culture that champions knowledge-sharing, ambitious thinking and innovation – ultimately providing employees with the opportunity to work across teams, functions and even the globe. 

 

Recognizing the importance of individualized flexibility, our ways of working allow employees to balance personal and work commitments while ensuring we continue to create a strong culture of collaboration and teamwork by engaging face-to-face in our offices 3 days a week. Our head office and BlueSky Hub in downtown Toronto are purposely designed with collaboration in mind, providing space where teams can come together to strategize, brainstorm and connect on key projects. 

 

Our dedication to sustainability is also central to our culture and part of what makes AstraZeneca a great place to work. We know the health of people, the planet and our business are interconnected, which is why we’re taking ambitious action to tackle some of the biggest challenges of our time, from climate change to access to healthcare and disease prevention. 

Introduction to the role:

Serve as an IP Coordinator, supporting the intellectual‑property team in a range of administrative and operational activities. Work under the direct supervision of more senior IP colleagues, assist in the management of patents and trademarks, handle documentation, and help ensure the smooth operation of IP processes within the business.

Typical Accountabilities

• Provide administrative and operational support for global patent prosecution and/or trademark activities, including document management, data entry, correspondence tracking, and electronic file maintenance.
• Maintain accurate IP records, deadlines, and matter information in relevant IP management systems, supporting timely action and resolution of discrepancies.
• Assist with the preparation, submission, monitoring, and follow-up of IP filings and related correspondence under the direction of attorneys.
• Coordinate routine communications, meetings, and information exchanges with internal stakeholders, external counsel, IP vendors, and other relevant parties.
• Support IP reporting, data retrieval, and basic analysis, while following established procedures, quality standards, and controls.
• Escalate queries, risks, and issues appropriately and contribute to the continuous improvement of IP processes and systems.

   

Qualifications and Skills

• Essential: Degree level education or equivalent experience in a relevant field; Strong organizational skills; Effective written and spoken communication skills in English; Attention to detail and willingness to learn; Basic experience with data entry or records management.
• Desirable: Knowledge of, or a demonstrated interest in, intellectual property; Prior experience in an administrative or coordination role in a corporate, legal, or research environment.

Key Relationship to Reach Solutions

• Internal: Colleagues across the Intellectual Property and legal affairs function; Team members in R&D, Global Commercial, and Marketing as required.
• External: External IP service providers and vendors under supervision; Administrative contacts at regulatory authorities or legal firms as directed.

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AstraZeneca is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion and providing a workplace that is free from discrimination. AstraZeneca is committed to accommodating persons with disabilities. Such accommodation is available on request in respect of all aspects of the recruitment, assessment and selection process and may be requested by emailing AZCHumanResources@astrazeneca.com.

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Annual base salary for this position ranges from 79,026.40 to 103,722.15.

AstraZeneca is committed to providing fair and equitable compensation opportunities to all colleagues. Our compensation policies and practices have been designed to allow colleagues to progress through the salary range over time as they progress in their role. The range provided in this posting represents an offer pay range used in a majority of situations. The base pay offered will vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including the candidate's skills and experience, job-related knowledge, and other specific business and organizational needs.  In some cases, offers outside the range may also be considered to address unique circumstances.

In addition, our permanent positions offer an annual Variable Pay Bonus/Short Term Incentive opportunity as well as eligibility to participate in our equity-based long-term incentive program (if applicable to role).  Benefits offered for permanent roles include a competitive Flex Benefits & Retirement Savings Program, 4 weeks’ paid vacation, and annual Personal Days. Fixed Term Contract/Temporary positions (excluding students) are offered a Contract Benefits Program.

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