Patent Agent – Biotechnology

Join Amgen’s Mission of Serving Patients

At Amgen, if you feel like you’re part of something bigger, it’s because you are. Our shared mission—to serve patients living with serious illnesses—drives all that we do.

Since 1980, we’ve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the world’s toughest diseases. With our focus on four therapeutic areas –Oncology, Inflammation, General Medicine, and Rare Disease– we reach millions of patients each year. As a member of the Amgen team, you’ll help make a lasting impact on the lives of patients as we research, manufacture, and deliver innovative medicines to help people live longer, fuller happier lives.

Our award-winning culture is collaborative, innovative, and science based. If you have a passion for challenges and the opportunities that lay within them, you’ll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.

Patent Agent – Biotechnology

What you will do

Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. In this vital role you Amgen is searching for a Patent Agent – Biotechnology to join our Intellectual Property and Litigation group.

At Amgen, Patent Agents are integral to the development of robust intellectual property strategy. We are looking for candidates that have the creativity and experience to navigate cutting edge scientific and legal considerations. The Patent Agent will work under the direction and supervision of patent attorneys to draft, file, and prosecute patent applications for Amgen’s therapeutic products and product candidates (e.g., antibodies, siRNAs, multispecific molecules, protein constructs, formulations, and related methods).

Responsibilities will include: reviewing invention disclosure records to identify patentable subject matter; drafting, filing and prosecuting patent applications worldwide; conducting prior art searches; assisting patent attorneys in the preparation of freedom-to-operate opinions; assisting patent attorneys in conducting due diligence in support of licensing activities; and assisting with adversarial proceedings such as challenges to/defenses of patents in Patent and Trial Appeal Board (PTAB), opposition, and other forums in the United States and abroad.

This role can be based at Amgen’s research site in South San Francisco, California, Cambridge, Massachusetts, Thousand Oaks, California OR as a remote position in the United States.

What we expect of you

We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The Patent professional we seek is focused, savvy and with these qualifications.

Basic Qualifications:

• Registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office

• Four plus (4+) years of experience practicing intellectual property law focused on biopharma and life sciences

Preferred Qualifications:

• 10 or more years of biotech patent preparation and prosecution experience

• An advanced degree such as a Master’s or Ph.D. in molecular biology, cell biology, microbiology, biochemistry, genetics, immunology, or structural biology

• Excellent analytic, legal drafting and oral and written communication skills

• Strong client service focus; ability to work efficiently, to prioritize workflow, and to manage multifaceted projects in a fast-paced environment.

Amgen is committed to unlocking the potential for patients suffering from serious illnesses by discovering, developing, manufacturing and delivering innovative human therapeutics. This approach begins by using tools like advanced human genetics to unravel the complexities of disease and understand the fundamentals of human biology.

Amgen focuses on areas of high unmet medical need and brings its expertise to strive for solutions that improve health outcomes and dramatically improve people’s lives. A biotechnology pioneer since 1980, Amgen has grown to be one of the world’s leading independent biotechnology companies, has reached millions of patients around the world and is developing a pipeline of medicines with breakaway potential.

Our culture is what makes Amgen a special place to work. We have a powerful shared purpose around our mission – to serve patients. We respect one another, recognize contributions, and have embedded teamwork, trust, empowerment and inclusion in all that we do.

Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

What you can expect of us

As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and well-being. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, we’ll support your journey every step of the way.

The expected annual salary range for this role in the U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico) is posted. Actual salary will vary based on several factors including but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, and qualifications.

In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers a Total Rewards Plan, based on eligibility, comprising of health and welfare plans for staff and eligible dependents, financial plans with opportunities to save towards retirement or other goals, work/life balance, and career development opportunities that may include:

• A comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts

• A discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive plan

• Stock-based long-term incentives

• Award-winning time-off plans

• Flexible work models, including remote and hybrid work arrangements, where possible

Apply now and make a lasting impact with the Amgen team.

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Application deadline

Amgen does not have an application deadline for this position; we will continue accepting applications until we receive a sufficient number or select a candidate for the position.

As an organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for people around the world, Amgen fosters an inclusive environment of diverse, ethical, committed and highly accomplished people who respect each other and live the Amgen values to continue advancing science to serve patients. Together, we compete in the fight against serious disease.

Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

We 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.