Director of Intellectual Property (IP) - part time position JB-16

Position Overview: The Director of Intellectual Property (IP) will lead the company’s IP strategy, ensuring the protection and commercialization of intellectual property assets. This role involves overseeing the management of patents, trademarks, trade secrets, and other IP-related matters. The Director will work closely with R&D, product development, legal, regulatory, business teams and external IP counsel to ensure that the company’s IP assets are strategically developed, protected, and leveraged to maximize business value.

This is a Part-time position based in Karmiel (hybrid model), reporting to VP Clinical Development and Regulatory Affairs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement and manage a comprehensive IP strategy that aligns with the company’s long-term business goals and supports innovation in drug development
• Work closely with R&D teams, business units, and external partners to identify and protect new inventions and innovations. Collaborate with legal teams and external IP counsel to draft, file, and prosecute patent applications.
• Manage IP licensing agreements and technology transfer activities, including negotiation and drafting of agreements, to maximize the commercial potential of the company's IP assets.
• Conduct IP due diligence in support of business development activities, including licensing and partnerships.
• Ensure compliance with IP laws and regulations globally, with a particular focus on the pharmaceutical industry’s regulatory landscape.
• Manage IP risks, including monitoring and mitigating potential infringement issues and ensuring freedom-to-operate for new products.
• Foster a culture of innovation and IP awareness within the organization, including training and development programs for R&D and other departments.

Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in biotechnology, biology, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of IP laws, particularly in the context of the pharmaceutical industry
• Experience of at least 5 years in IP management within the pharma industry, including patent prosecution, portfolio management, and IP strategy development.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams,
• Knowledge of international IP laws and practices.

Preferred Skills:

• Registered Patent Agent or Attorney (advantage).
• Experience with IP issues related to biologics, small molecules, drug delivery systems, or other pharmaceutical technologies.
• Familiarity with IP management software and tools.