Company Description
With sales of €700m and 3300 employees worldwide, Nemera is one of the leading global manufacturers of complex drug delivery systems for the pharmaceutical industry, offering to patients a broad product portfolio which includes inhalation devices, injection devices, nasal and dermal pumps and ophthalmic delivery devices. Nemera has built very long lasting, strong relationships with the leading global pharmaceutical companies globally by providing high quality development, industrialization and manufacturing services. Nemera develops and manufactures its own IP product platforms but also offers also fully custom developments and contract manufacturing.
Nemera’s manufacturing sites are located in the US, France, Germany, Brazil and Poland. The headquarters and Innovation Center for early device design and development are located in Lyon (7e).
We have big ambitions at Nemera! We are growing our franchises and strengthening our capabilities.
Job Description
Industrial Property Manager F/M/X
(CDI - based in Lyon)
Innovation is at the heart of everything we do. As we continue to grow and develop cutting-edge drug delivery solutions, we are looking for an experienced Industrial Property Manager to help protect and maximize the value of our innovations worldwide.
You will serve as the primary point of contact for all Intellectual Property (IP) matters within the franchises of the Business Units, partnering closely with R&D, Engineering, Legal, marketing and Business teams, as well as external IP counsels to support Nemera’s growth ambitions.
This position reports to the Global IP Manager and is based in Lyon.
Job Description :
IP Protection & Portfolio Management
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Identify and protect innovations through IP Rights, including patents, design patents, and trademarks, notably by managing invention disclosures, patentability assessments, and filing strategies.
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Coordinate patent and design patents drafting and prosecution with inventors, designers and external counsel.
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Manage, develop and protect the IP portfolio, including filings, examinations, renewals, extensions, and oppositions management.
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Lead Innovation review and IP portfolio committees and support strategic portfolio decisions.
Freedom-to-Operate & Competitive Intelligence
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Support Business by conducting IP landscape analysis, technology scouting, and competitive intelligence activities.
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Perform and coordinate Freedom-to-Operate (FTO) assessments to identify and mitigate IP risks associated with products, technologies, and development projects.
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Monitor competitor IP activities and assess risks and opportunities related to emerging technologies and markets.
Contracts & IP Advisory
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Support the review and negotiation of IP-related provisions agreements.
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Advise internal stakeholders and support discussions with customers and partners on IP matters.
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Promote best practices in confidentiality, data protection, and contractual compliance.
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Support the development and implementation of IP policies, procedures, and awareness initiatives across the organization
Strategic IP Support
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Conduct IP due diligences and support IP-related litigation matters.
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Support the IP budget definition and contribute to the definition of IP strategy.
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Identify risks and opportunities, enhance IP processes, and foster collaboration across the organization.
Qualifications
So, what are we looking for?
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Engineering degree, preferably in Mechanical Engineering.
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CEIPI qualification or equivalent IP certification; EQE is a plus.
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At least 8 to 10 years of experience in Intellectual Property within an international and industrial environment, ideally in connection with the plastic industry.
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Strong knowledge of patent law, and engineering principles.
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Excellent analytical, communication, and project management skills.
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Proactive team player with the ability to work independently and influence stakeholders.
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Capable of translating complex technical topics into effective IP strategies.
Languages:
Excellent level of English : day-to-day working language
If you’re:
- Passionate about growing a business
- Enjoy working as a team
- Proud to make products that improve patients’ lives
- And go the extra mile to deliver on your commitments,
Then you’ll be successful here!
You’ll help us achieve our corporate growth goals by bringing these skills to Nemera and have fun in the meantime !
Additional Information
Our Recruitment Process
We believe in a transparent and straightforward recruitment process to ensure a great fit for both you and our team.
Here's what you can expect:
- CV Review: Upon receiving your CV, our Talent Acquisition Team will review it to assess your qualifications for the role.
- Initial Screening: If your profile matches our requirements, you'll be invited for an initial screening call with a member of our Talent Acquisition Team.
- Interview with Hiring Manager: After the initial screening, you'll have an interview with the Hiring Manager to discuss your experience, skills, and fit for the role in more detail.
- Interview with N+2: Following the Hiring Manager interview, you'll meet with the next level of management (N+2) for further evaluation.
- HR Manager Interview: The final step involves an interview with our HR Manager to discuss company culture, benefits, and other HR-related topics.
- Offer: If all goes well, you'll receive an offer to join our team!
We look forward to receiving your application (resume submitted in English is appreciated). We offer varied jobs job in an international group, if you want to discover more about Nemera, please look at our website www.nemera.net
Know someone at Nemera? We have a Referral Program so, be sure to have them submit you as a referral prior to applying for this position!
Chez Nemera, nous valorisons la diversité et l'inclusion et nous nous engageons à créer un environnement de travail où tous les employés sont traités avec dignité et respect.
Nous sommes fiers d'être un employeur offrant l'égalité des chances et nous encourageons les candidatures de toutes les origines, genres, orientations sexuelles, âges, et capacités.
