Patent Attorney Trainee

Roche is hiring a Patent Attorney Trainee in Basel, Switzerland. Level rates it ; you can apply on Roche.

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On Level's scale, this role is Little AI ●○○○: aI is not part of the work.
Level classes it as a junior role.
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AI in this role

At Roche you can show up as yourself, embraced for the unique qualities you bring. Our culture encourages personal expression, open dialogue, and genuine connections, where you are valued, accepted and respected for who you are, allowing you to thrive both personally and professionally. This is how we aim to prevent, stop and cure diseases and ensure everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Join Roche, where every voice matters.

The Position

We are seeking a Patent Attorney Trainee with a biochemistry / biomedical background. As a member of our group responsible for Large Molecule pharmaceutical products (biologicals) you will advise our scientists on the patenting of inventions in this field. On your path to develop as European Patent Attorney, you will secure patent protection, freedom to operate and market exclusivity during the life cycle of Roche´s products in close collaboration with the members of all functions involved.

The opportunity:

Handling of invention reports and drafting of patent applications in close collaboration with Research & Development
Handling of patent aspects for Large Molecule projects and products, including prosecution, defense and enforcement of patent rights
Patent portfolio management, supporting the decision making process for worldwide filings, maintenance and abandonment of patent filings
Performing freedom to operate analysis
Review of planned publications
Evaluation of contract terms related to IP and coordination with the Legal and Licensing departments on the drafting and negotiating of same
Preparation for the European Qualification Examination under supervision of an experienced patent attorney

Who you are:

Biochemistry / biomedical (or related) background, at least with a master degree, and a strong and broadly based interest in science and technology
Strong interest in patent law and interdisciplinary matters with a will to broaden horizons in this field and taking pleasure in a variety of intellectually stimulating work
Ideally, 1 to 2 years experience as a Trainee Patent Attorney in a Patent Law firm or equivalent
English language skills; knowledge of additional languages, in particular German, will be an advantage
Well-developed analytical and writing skills
Finely honed interpersonal skills and collaborative mindset
Ability to work to tight deadlines and to handle several projects simultaneously
Well-structured, reliable and precise style of work
Strong business acumen and interest in the pharmaceutical industry

Who we are

A healthier future drives us to innovate. Together, more than 100’000 employees across the globe are dedicated to advance science, ensuring everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Our efforts result in more than 26 million people treated with our medicines and over 30 billion tests conducted using our Diagnostics products. We empower each other to explore new possibilities, foster creativity, and keep our ambitions high, so we can deliver life-changing healthcare solutions that make a global impact.

Let’s build a healthier future, together.

Roche is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

How we rate this

Patent Attorney Trainee at Roche rates 36 out of 100 for how much of the daily work is AI. That makes it Little AI (AI Level 1 of 4). The level is about AI in the job, not seniority.

Classification

Little AI. AI is not part of the work.

●●●● Builds AI80 to 100
●●●○ Works on AI60 to 79
●●○○ Uses AI40 to 59
●○○○ Little AI0 to 39

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