Transactional Intellectual Property Attorney

Sun Pharma is the worlds fourth largest specialty generics company with presence in Specialty, Generics and Consumer Healthcare products. Supported by more than 40 manufacturing facilities, we provide high-quality medicines, trusted by healthcare professionals and patients, to more than 100 countries across the globe. Over the last two decades, Sun Pharma has established itself as a leading player in the generics market in the U.S., and we are rapidly establishing a significant presence in the specialty branded market with a focus on dermatology, ophthalmology and onco-dermatology.

Job Summary:

Sun is seeking an Associate Director within its Intellectual Property group in its Princeton, New Jersey location. The Associate Director will report into the Director of Intellectual Property and will support all transactions for the organization from an IP perspective. The ideal candidate is a highly motivated and energetic individual with significant experience handling IP transactions, including the drafting and negotiation of settlements and licensing agreements, with excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with various legal and business partners.

Responsibilities :

• Draft, analyze, review and negotiate patent and trademark settlement agreements, co-existence agreements, and cease and desist letters.

• Negotiate and draft license agreements, master service agreements, distribution agreements, and manufacturing and supply agreements with specific focus on intellectual property provisions.

• Advise the business team regarding intellectual property related contractual matters and the impact of those matters on proposed business strategies.

• Provide IP and legal advice to management on settlements, including substantive input on legal strategies and settlement negotiations.

• Excellent leadership, organizational, and time management skills.

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities, with the ability to navigate complex challenges.

• Strong oral and written communication and advocacy skills with the ability to explain complex concepts to a variety of audiences.

• Interpersonal Skills: Ability to build strong relationships and work collaboratively and effectively with internal teams and external providers.

• Contributes to a team culture that promotes continuous improvement, ownership, professional growth, and inclusion.

Education and Qualifications:

• Juris Doctorate from an ABA accredited law school with active registration, in good standing, with a state or federal bar.

• Undergraduate or graduate level degree in chemistry, biology, pharmaceutics, or other relevant life science preferred.

• Minimum of 3-5 years of IP transactional experience at a law firm, preferably representing global pharmaceutical and/or life science clients, or at an in-house pharmaceutical or biotechnology company.

• Experience advising on IP contractual issues, including drafting, analyzing, and reviewing a variety of licenses and settlement agreements.

• Knowledge of intellectual property law, the Hatch-Waxman Act, the Biologics Price Competition Act and related regulations and practices.

• Self-starter with the ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize workflow, and collaborate effectively with colleagues in a multicultural environment.

Actual base compensation may vary based on a number of factors, including but not limited to geographical location and experience. In addition, this position is part of the Annual Performance Bonus Plan.Employees are eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs which include medical, dental and vision coverage; life insurance; disability insurance; 401(k) savings plan; flexible spending accounts; and the employee assistance program. Employees also receive various paid time off benefits, including vacation time and sick time.

The compensation and benefits described above are subject to the terms and conditions of any governing plans, policies, practices, agreements, or other materials or documents as in effect from time to time, including but not limited to terms and conditions regarding eligibility.If hired, employee will be in an at-will position and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company, or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees as assigned to this job. Nothing herein shall preclude the employer from changing these duties from time to time and assigning comparable duties or other duties commensurate with the experience and background of the incumbent(s).

We provide equal employment opportunities for all current employees and applicants for employment. This policy means that no one will be discriminated against because of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, nationality, citizenship, ancestry, sex, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, affectional or sexual orientation, military or veteran status, generic predisposing characteristics or any other basis prohibited by law.

Notice to Agency and Search Firm Representatives:

Sun Pharmaceuticals (Sun) is not accepting unsolicited resumes from agencies and/or search firms for this job posting. Resumes submitted to any Sun employee by a third party agency and/or search firm without a valid written & signed search agreement, will become the sole property of Sun. No fee will be paid if a candidate is hired for this position as a result of an unsolicited agency or search firm referral.

We provide equal employment opportunities for all current employees and applicants for employment. This policy means that no one will be discriminated against because of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, nationality, citizenship, ancestry, sex, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, affectional or sexual orientation, military or veteran status, generic predisposing characteristics or any other basis prohibited by law.