Do you have expertise in, and passion for, patent prosecution and formalities? Would you like to apply your expertise to make an impact to an IP team in a company that follows the science and turns ideas into life changing medicines? Then AstraZeneca might be the one for you!

At AstraZeneca, we’re not afraid to do things differently. We’re resetting expectations of what a bio-pharmaceutical company can be. This means we’re opening up new ways to work, pioneering cutting edge methods and bringing unexpected teams together.

Cambridge is one of the most exciting bioscience hotspots in the world. The city is home to our global headquarters and one of AstraZeneca’s three strategic, global R&D Centres, alongside Gothenburg and Gaithersburg, which plays a central role in our mission to deliver life-changing medicines to patients.

This is the place to drive change – to challenge the norm, take ownership, make quick decisions, and run with them. Every single person plays a part in our story – speak up, take the initiative and make it yours. The expertise of the IP team is valued across the enterprise, as we input and influence to drive the growth of AstraZeneca.

We are looking for talented IP Coordinators at all levels of experience in European and foreign patent prosecution, to join our IP team in Cambridge. You will provide essential and specialised support relating to the filing, procurement and maintenance of patent applications and patents throughout all phases of domestic and international patent prosecution.  This role contributes to AstraZeneca creating and preserving the value of our exciting portfolio of pharmaceutical and biologic assets. This is the ideal opportunity for an ambitious individual seeking to challenge themselves in IP, who is comfortable working in a dynamic team, and who would love to be an integral part of one of the world’s foremost bio-pharmaceutical companies.

For internal applicants we open to appointments at both Careel Level C and D.

Main duties and responsibilities

The role offers a variety of work. You will assist attorneys and agents with the preparation and filing of multiple new patent applications, including EP, PCT and EP National Stage applications, and all prosecution-related documents within EPO and WIPO.

You will direct national stage filings with foreign counsel and submit all required formality documents. Key responsibilities include proactively monitoring docketed due dates and working closely with our docketing team to update docketing systems and maintain our records management system. You will also support the team on special projects and initiatives. The work will require daily interaction with patent attorneys, inventors and third parties.

Essential requirements

• Experience working with EP and foreign patent prosecution and formalities in private practice and/or an in house IP department
• Familiarity with EP and foreign patent docketing
• Self-motivated, with proven organisational skills and ability to manage multiple, high-priority tasks and deadlines, while using sound judgment and appropriate discretion
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to interact with a diverse and international team of attorneys, staff and inventors
• Proficiency with CMS/Online (EPO); proficiency in MS Word, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat and MS Excel
• Ability to provide simple and pragmatic solutions to complex issues
• Ability to work with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to foster a positive and energised working environment

Desirable requirements

• An undergraduate degree and/or CIPA Patent Administration certificate
• Knowledge of CPA MemoTech
• Knowledge of Worksite document management system

Competitive salary and benefits apply

Date Posted

27-Aug-2021

Closing Date

16-Sep-2021

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity.  We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills.  We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.  We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics.  We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.