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Researcher, Intellectual Property (IP)

Employer
Oxford BioMedica (UK) Limited
Location
Oxford
Salary
Competitive
Start date
14 May 2019
Closing date
13 Jun 2019

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Discipline
R & D , Biotechnology
Hours
Full Time
Contract Type
Permanent
Experience Level
Graduate

Job Details

Choose a career within Cell & Gene therapy using your academic knowledge in a different way.

We are delighted to be able to provide an entry-level opportunity to join our Intellectual Property (IP) team.  As a Researcher you will be undertaking IP searching, analytics and reporting and assisting in the creation and maintenance of a strong IP portfolio.

Oxford Biomedica is a pioneer of gene and cell therapy and our work is helping to deliver life changing treatments.

Gene and cell therapy is the treatment of disease by the delivery of therapeutic gene into a patient’s cells, providing long-term and potentially curative treatments for a wide range of diseases. With the potential to transform medicine, the sector holds significant promise with the first commercial products now launched and others rapidly approaching the market.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

  • Supporting the creation and maintenance of a strong IP portfolio by performing (under supervision) prior art searches and assisting with the analysis of the results
  • Assisting with the monitoring of third party activities by performing (under supervision) third party patent searches
  • Able to review, identify and summarise key information from scientific (and patent) documents
  • Able to present complex IP information in a meaningful way without compromising the company’s legal position
  • Support IP team to ensure efficient delivery of department objectives
  • Work closely with other members of the IP and scientific teams to understand the technology and ensure work product meets its requirements
  • Understand activities, goals and objectives for the IP team and contribute to team meetings.
  • Communicate work-product clearly and concisely primarily to the IP and scientific teams
  • Build and maintain good working relationships with colleagues
  • Scientific knowledge relevant for a gene therapy company
  • Basic understanding of value of IP to an innovative company

Key Qualifications Skills and Experiences

  • Bsc in molecular biology OR biochemistry
  • An interest in cell and gene biology (perhaps from degree)
  • Demonstrable interest in intellectual property
  • Some previous experience in identifying, analysing and then summarising key information from scientific documentation
  • A high level of written and spoken English.
  • A good standard of IT literacy with MS Office and some experience with an ERP would be desirable.

*Please note there will be an analytical assessment as part of the selection process

 We look forward to receiving your application.

No agencies please. 

Company

Oxford Biomedica is a quality and innovation-led viral vector CDMO that enables its clients to deliver life-changing therapies to patients around the world. One of the original pioneers in cell and gene therapy, Oxford Biomedica has more than 25 years of experience in viral vectors, the driving force behind the majority of gene therapies.  

Cell and gene therapy is the treatment of disease by the delivery of therapeutic genetic material (DNA or RNA), into a patient’s cells. One highly effective approach to delivering genetic information is to re-engineer existing viruses to be safe delivery vehicles (vectors) to insert the genetic material into patients’ cells. This can be achieved either by directly administering the vector to the patient (often referred to as in vivo gene therapy), or by first introducing the genetic material to cells or tissue outside of the body, before administering the cells or tissue into the patient (often referred to as ex vivo gene therapy or gene-modified cell therapy).  

Oxford Biomedica collaborates with some of the world's most innovative pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, providing viral vector development and manufacturing expertise in lentivirus, adeno-associated virus (AAV) and adenoviral vectors. Oxford Biomedica's world-class capabilities span from early-stage development to commercialisation. These capabilities are supported by robust quality-assurance systems, analytical methods and depth of regulatory expertise. 

Oxford Biomedica, a FTSE4Good constituent, is headquartered in Oxford, UK. It has locations across Oxfordshire, UK and near Boston, MA, US. Learn more at www.oxb.comwww.oxbsolutions.com, and follow us on LinkedInTwitter and YouTube

Life at Oxford Biomedica

We value everyone’s unique contribution, we appreciate everyone’s individuality, and every job matters.

Your contributions are recognised and appreciated. Your work-life balance matters. We recognise, develop and use your strengths. It’s a place where you are valued as a whole person, as an individual and as part of a team.

No matter who you are, or what you do, your work will make a significant difference.

We go the extra mile, every day, because we truly care. We work together as a team to achieve our life changing therapies. Our talented colleagues help to build other people’s futures, so can you. We empower each other to be our best.

We have access to like-minded scientists and engineers, working in the latest technologies.

Our community of experts create new life-saving cures. Shaping the business’ future through collaboration. Our people are on a continuous professional development journey aided by a thought-provoking environment. A place for experts to be stretched, and future experts to be nurtured. We inspire creativity and deliver great science, and so can you.

Our supportive culture invites talent, while creating future innovators.

We’ll give you a place where you can learn, grow and contribute to the future of cell and gene therapy. We create opportunities and invest in our people, promoting ongoing learning.  Our defined career pathways provide opportunities for everyone to achieve their career potential.  We make a difference, and so can you.

Company info
Website
Telephone
+44 (0) 1865 783 000
Location
Windrush Court
Transport Way
Oxford
OX4 6LT
United Kingdom

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