Senior Counsel, Head of IP Policy & Advocacy
Amgen
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Senior Counsel, Head of IP Policy & Advocacy
Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. At Amgen, our mission is to bring life-changing therapies to patients who need them. The Head of IP Policy & Advocacy is responsible for setting and executing a cohesive IP policy strategy that safeguards Amgen’s intellectual assets, supports long-term scientific investment, and promotes balanced systems that foster both innovation and patient access worldwide.
We are looking for a strong leader who can shape external narratives around intellectual property rights, rebut misinformation that threatens innovation incentives and the integrity of the IP system, identify new IP policy risks and opportunities, and advise Amgen’s senior leadership team.
The successful candidate will serve as Amgen’s IP policy advocate with policymakers, regulators, and other key external stakeholders. This will include actively engaging with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office’s leadership team, Congress, trade associations, academic experts, and think tanks to influence legislation, rulemaking, and guidance affecting intellectual property rights.
Other responsibilities will include coordinating amicus efforts in support of significant patent litigation efforts, serving as a speaker or panelist at trade organization meetings, and facilitating the writing and publication of papers advocating our positions.
Internally, the role drives cross-functional and cross-regional coordination on advocacy efforts, supports responsible collaborations and licensing, and promotes education and alignment on IP policy issues. The successful candidate will lead our IP Policy Team (a diverse group of IP attorneys with expertise in areas including patent prosecution, patent litigation, biosimilars, trademarks, and AI), and work closely with their Government Affairs, Legal, Regulatory, Commercial, Litigation, and other colleagues to identify and manage IP policy risks and opportunities across jurisdictions and to keep senior leaders and business partners informed of relevant developments.
This is a remote position, with a preference for someone on the East Coast, ideally in the Washington, DC area.
We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The professional we seek is an individual with these qualifications.
Basic Qualifications:
J.D. degree or LL.M. degree from an accredited law school, admission to practice law in a U.S. jurisdiction and four (4) years of experience practicing Intellectual Property law
Preferred Qualifications:
As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and well-being. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, we’ll support your journey every step of the way.
The expected annual salary range for this role in the U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico) is posted. Actual salary will vary based on several factors including but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, and qualifications.
In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers a Total Rewards Plan, based on eligibility, comprising of health and welfare plans for staff and eligible dependents, financial plans with opportunities to save towards retirement or other goals, work/life balance, and career development opportunities that may include:
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Amgen does not have an application deadline for this position; we will continue accepting applications until we receive a sufficient number or select a candidate for the position.
Sponsorship for this role is not guaranteed.
As an organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for people around the world, Amgen fosters an inclusive environment of diverse, ethical, committed and highly accomplished people who respect each other and live the Amgen values to continue advancing science to serve patients. Together, we compete in the fight against serious disease.
Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
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