- Job Title: Attorney II (Intellectual Property Counsel) - Salary: $153,100 - $210,600 base salary range (dependent on factors such as experience and location) - Experience: 5-7 years of experience in Intellectual Property Law, preferably with a degree in a Life Science field - Department: Legal/Compliance - Location: Hercules, California, United States - Type: Hybrid (combination of remote and in-office work)
Role and Impact:
- As Intellectual Property Counsel, you will report to the VP, Assistant General Counsel and provide IP advice and support to Bio-Rad's global Life Sciences Group. - Responsibilities include developing and protecting intellectual property rights, managing patent prosecution, drafting and negotiating IP contracts, conducting freedom-to-operate studies, providing IP litigation support, and handling day-to-day patent/trademark-related requests from the business. - You will also conduct IP training for the business, making a significant impact on the company's overall success.
Requirements:
- Education: JD from an accredited Law School and Patent Bar admission. A degree in a Life Science field is preferred. - Work Experience: 5-7 years of experience in Intellectual Property Law, including both law firm and in-house experience in a life science or clinical diagnostics company. - Strong writing, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. - Ability to take ownership of projects and collaborate effectively with clients and colleagues.
Total Rewards Package:
- Bio-Rad offers a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards Program that includes benefits and compensation to support the health, wealth, and wellbeing of employees and their families. - Benefits include medical plans for employees and their families, free HSA funds, fertility offering with stipend, group life and disability insurance, paid parental leave, 401k plus profit sharing, employee stock purchase program, mental health platform, learning and development opportunities, education benefits, student debt relief program, pet insurance, wellness challenges and support, and paid time off. - Compensation includes a base salary range of $153,100 to $210,600, with actual compensation provided in writing at the time of offer, based on factors such as experience and location. The position is also eligible for a variable annual bonus based on individual and company performance.
About Bio-Rad:
- Bio-Rad has been in the business of advancing discovery and transforming science and healthcare for 70 years. - As a top five life science company, Bio-Rad is a global leader in developing, manufacturing, and marketing high-quality research and clinical diagnostic products. - The company's mission is to help people everywhere live longer, healthier lives. - Bio-Rad offers a unique employee experience with collaborative teams and opportunities for growth and impact.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
- Bio-Rad is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and encourages candidates of all backgrounds to apply. - Veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals of all races, colors, sexes, sexual orientations, gender identities, religions, national origins, and citizenship statuses are welcome to apply.
Agency Non-Solicitation and Fraud Alert:
- Bio-Rad does not accept agency resumes unless authorized by a Bio-Rad Recruiting Representative. - Beware of fake "recruiters" and job scams posing as Bio-Rad recruiters to obtain personal and financial information from applicants. Visit the company's website for more information on how to avoid these scams.
