Location: Redwood City

Company Overview:
ImmunEdge is a biopharmaceutical company committed to developing novel therapeutics for patients with serious or life-threatening diseases. With a highly experienced team of experts in immunology and drug development, we are pioneering innovative approaches to target and modulate key molecular pathways that regulate the immune response.

At ImmunEdge, we are driven by a shared commitment to improving human health through innovative science. We are building a culture based on kindness, collaboration, and a deep passion for advancing science. As an early joiner to the company, you will help cultivate an environment where every team member is encouraged to challenge ideas, think critically, and contribute their unique perspectives. We value openness, transparency, and continuous learning, and want to empower our employees to take ownership of their work while fostering a sense of community and teamwork. Whether you’re working in the lab, the office, or across functional teams, you will find an inclusive space where your contributions matter and your professional growth is supported.

Join us in shaping the future of biotechnology. Together, we can change lives.

Position:
The Patent Agent will play a key role in building and managing ImmunEdge’s intellectual property portfolio. This individual will work closely with research scientists and the leadership team to identify, evaluate, and protect inventions arising from ImmunEdge’s discovery and development programs. The successful candidate will help translate complex scientific discoveries arising from novel immunology and biologics discoveries into strong intellectual property strategies that support ImmunEdge’s long-term scientific and business objectives.

This position requires deep scientific expertise with an advanced degree in one of the following fields: immunology, cell or molecular biology, biochemistry, genetics, cancer biology, pharmacology, or a related life sciences discipline.

The ideal candidate should be a self-motivated, entrepreneurial, collaborative and intellectually curious scientist with a strategic mindset, strong scientific curiosity, and the ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams in a dynamic and innovative start up biotechnology environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Partner with research and development teams and the executive leadership team to develop and execute intellectual property strategies that support ImmunEdge’s research pipeline, product development efforts, and long-term business objectives.
Work closely with ImmunEdge scientists to identify patentable discoveries emerging from ongoing research and development programs.
Work with external counsel to draft and prosecute U.S. and international patent applications.
Conduct and interpret prior art searches, patent landscape analyses, and freedom-to-operate assessments to support research planning and business decision-making.
Monitor competitive patent filings and emerging IP trends in immunology, biologics, and related therapeutic areas.
Maintain accurate and organized records of invention disclosures, patent filings, and prosecution activities.

Qualifications:

Advanced degree in immunology, cell or molecular biology, biochemistry, genetics, cancer biology, pharmacology, or a related life sciences discipline required; Ph.D. preferred.
Minimum of 7 years of experience drafting and prosecuting biotechnology/pharmaceutical patent applications covering biologics and therapeutic antibodies.
Prior in-house biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry experience preferred, though candidates with strong law firm experience supporting biotech/pharma clients are encouraged to apply.
Demonstrated ability to analyze complex scientific data and translate experimental results into effective patent strategies with experience drafting patent claims and specifications.
Experience coordinating with external patent counsel and managing global patent prosecution strategies (including PCT and foreign filings).
Experience performing patentability, prior art, and freedom-to-operate analyses.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with scientists, executive leaders, and cross-functional stakeholders.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced and collaborative start up research environment.

Expected Salary Range: $165,000 - $200,000 based on experience.

We encourage candidates of all levels to apply as there is sometimes flexibility on job level and responsibilities. Compensation will be based on a variety of factors, including experience, qualifications, internal equity, and location.

ImmunEdge offers a competitive employment package that includes an annual bonus plan, equity, and a generous benefits package including comprehensive health (medical, dental, and vision) insurance for our employees and their families, a 401k plan, FSA plans (medical, dependent), an Employee Assistance Plan, and a holiday and paid time off plan.

At ImmunEdge, we believe that a diverse, open, and inclusive environment and culture is key to our success. We will not be influenced in recruiting, hiring, promoting or any other employment practices by race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, religion, physical or mental disability, medical or genetic condition, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected under applicable federal, state and local laws. ImmunEdge will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable laws.

Note to External Recruiters: Submission of unsolicited resumes prior to an agreement set in place does not create any implied obligation.

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