Director, Patent Attorney- Genetic Medicines (CRISPR)

New York, New York

Permanent

USD275000 - USD290000

In-House Legal

PR/583789_1776862569

Our client is seeking a Director, Patent Attorney to serve as a strategic partner to scientific and business teams supporting a growing portfolio of genetic medicines. These therapies are designed to modify genomes and gene expression to enable gene activation, suppression, or editing, with the potential to address a wide range of serious diseases.

This individual will play a central role in shaping and protecting the company's intellectual property across both clinical-stage therapeutics and foundational platform technologies, including genome engineering, antisense approaches, antibody-targeted delivery, and advanced genetic engineering methods. The role sits at the intersection of cutting-edge science and IP strategy and requires close collaboration with internal stakeholders and external counsel.

Key Responsibilities

Partner directly with research and development teams to identify, evaluate, and secure IP around novel genetic medicine innovations
Lead U.S. and international patent strategy, including directing outside counsel on drafting, filing, and prosecution activities
Oversee patent risk assessments, including landscape reviews, freedom-to-operate analyses, and validity evaluations tied to development programs
Manage post-grant and administrative patent proceedings in the U.S. and abroad, including oppositions and review actions
Provide IP guidance on litigation support, due diligence efforts, transactions, and evolving legal or regulatory considerations impacting the business

Qualifications & Experience

Ph.D. in a life sciences discipline such as molecular biology, genetics, immunology, cell biology, or a related field, with meaningful research experience
J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to practice before the USPTO; licensed in at least one U.S. state (New York preferred)
5+ years of experience in biotechnology patent law, with a strong foundation in biological patent drafting and prosecution from a law firm environment
Proven ability to manage complex, high-volume patent portfolios and work independently with minimal oversight
Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage effectively with senior scientists, business leaders, and external partners

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