Associate Director, Intellectual Property

At Viridian, we work with a sense of urgency for patients, creating unity with our team, the industry, and the community. We are committed to using proven science and engineering to improve the lives of people living with serious and rare diseases and we are getting closer to achieving this goal every day.

Reporting to the Sr. Director, IP Counsel, the Associate Director, IP will assist in implementing a global intellectual property strategy in support of Viridian’s commercial and pipeline programs. This individual will also provide IP guidance to internal stakeholders, manage patent drafting and prosecution, assist in patent landscape activities, and support business activities as needed. We are looking for someone who will thrive in a highly collaborative environment and wants to be fully integrated into the execution of IP strategy across Viridian’s portfolio.

This role is based in our Waltham, MA headquarters. Our office-based employees are required to work in the office three (3) days a week. We will also consider a fully remote arrangement for the right candidate. Remote employees will be expected to travel to our Waltham office periodically for in-person collaboration and team meetings.

Responsibilities (including, but not limited to):

• Partner with R&D and IP leadership to implement and execute a worldwide IP portfolio strategy to protect Viridian’s commercial and pipeline assets
• Provide IP guidance to internal scientific and business teams on a variety of IP related matters
• Conduct and support patent landscape overviews, freedom-to-operate analyses, validity assessments, and patentability assessments
• Support contentious matters related to patents, as needs arise (e.g., post-grant review proceedings, including oppositions, PTAB proceedings, etc.)
• Support other IP and related matters, as needed

Qualifications:

• Admitted to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
• 1 to 3 years of relevant IP experience at a law firm and/or biotechnology or pharmaceutical company, including experience as a patent attorney, patent agent, Technology Specialist, or Patent Engineer
• J.D. and membership in at least one state bar, or qualification as a registered U.S. patent agent
• Preference for advanced scientific degree (Ph.D. or Master’s) in molecular biology, cell biology, biochemistry, immunology, or related field
• Must have experience drafting and prosecuting patent applications, and conducting freedom to operate and patent landscape analyses
• Developed sense of judgment, risk management skills, and ability to balance IP matters involving multiple stakeholders and competing priorities
• Must have attention to detail
• Capable of managing multiple IP projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment, with excellent analytic, patent drafting, and oral and written communication skills
• Strong ability to work independently and in teams
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and operate effectively in an agile environment
• Proactive mindset and commitment to continuous improvement
• Strong commitment to ethical standards
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite (i.e., Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, etc.)
• The salary range for this position is commensurate with experience

Viridian offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Competitive pay and stock options for all employees
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage with 100% of premiums paid by Viridian for employees and their eligible dependents
• Fertility and mental health programs
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Life, Travel and AD&D
• 401(k) Company Match with immediate company vest
• Employee Stock Purchase plan
• Generous vacation plan and paid company holiday shutdowns
• Various mental, financial, and proactive physical health programs covered by Viridian

Viridian Therapeutics, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination, harassment, or retaliation of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, State, and Local laws. Viridian 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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