Sobre esta vaga de Manager Patent na Abbott
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Primary Job Function
Provides patent support services and resolves patent matters for assigned projects or clients
Understands the project requirements and accordingly devise FTO/Patentability/Portfolio strategies.
Provides support to identify critical patent hurdles, patent monitoring updates, key prosecution timelines.
Performs patent or technology landscape assessments and build reports.
Keeps abreast of changes in Patent laws/Patent Databases etc. that affect responsibility areas
Identifies basic patent issues related to assigned matter
Assists more experienced managers in resolving patent issues on cross-functional projects
Developing knowledge of Abbott’s business and client areas supported
Keeps abreast of changes in laws that affect client areas
Assigned matters typically have moderate to significant impact on business activities and operations
Supervisory/Management Responsibilities
CORE JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides patent support for Freedom to Operate (FTO) assessments across both Indian and global markets.
Supports local, cross-regional, and global initiatives by responding to patent intelligence requests and project needs.
Demonstrates strong proficiency in a wide range of scientific and commercial patent databases, including SciFinder, ARK Patent Intelligence, TotalPatent, and various free country-specific patent databases.
Develops FTO and patent strategies based on a thorough understanding of the product, ensuring timely and relevant insights.
Contributes to patent analysis for in-licensing and distribution agreements, including tracking of key blocking patents and applications, and providing strategic advice.
Performs comprehensive patent analyses including FTO, landscape studies, prior art searches, and patentability assessments, and prepares detailed reports.
Supports patent drafting and prosecution activities, including coordination and documentation with external law firms.
Collaborates with R&D and business teams to facilitate FTO evaluations, IP due diligence, and global patent prosecution efforts.
Resolves patent-related issues for assigned matters and contributes to the development of patent risk mitigation strategies for global and cross-regional projects.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Postgraduate in Pharmacy/science
Preferred Qualification
Registered Indian Patent Agent
Experienced in handling patent matters for both developed markets (U.S./Europe) and emerging regions.
Strong technical foundation in the pharmaceutical domain, with deep understanding of APIs and dosage forms.
Proficient in utilizing a wide range of patent search databases, including SciFinder, ARK Patent Intelligence, TotalPatent, and various free country-specific platforms.
Skilled in devising FTO and patent strategies tailored to product specifics, ensuring timely and actionable insights.
Experience in patent drafting and prosecution.
Excellent communication skills—both written and verbal—with the ability to convey complex information clearly.
Highly motivated, detail-oriented, and committed to continuous learning and skill development.
Collaborative team player with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, supporting efficient documentation and presentation of patent-related work.
MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE
Must have a minimum of 8-12 years’ experience in an intellectual property-patent function.
The base pay for this position is
N/AIn specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
JOB FAMILY:
Patents and Trademarks
DIVISION:
GENC General Counsel
LOCATION:
India > Mumbai : Mumbai Development Center - EPD
ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:
WORK SHIFT:
Standard
TRAVEL:
Yes, 20 % of the Time
MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:
Not Applicable
SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:
Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day)
