Hologic, Inc. · 1 day ago
Intellectual Property Counsel
San Diego, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$183K/yr - $325K/yr
3+ years expHologic, Inc. is seeking an Intellectual Property Counsel to support its Diagnostic Solutions Division. The role involves advising on a wide range of intellectual property issues, managing outside counsel, and overseeing the development and management of a strategic global intellectual portfolio.
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Responsibilities
Develop and manage a strategic global intellectual portfolio (including patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets) in support of Hologic’s business objectives
Draft and prosecute patent applications in the biological and chemical arts
Conduct competitive intelligence, landscape searches, patentability reviews, and freedom-to-operate analyses relating to R&D activities and product releases
Assist with M&A due diligence, including contract reviews, portfolio assessments, and freedom-to-operate analyses
Manage IP litigation and administrative proceedings
Review and assist in drafting agreements relating to the use, transfer or ownership of IP, including non-disclosure, material transfer, professional services, research, collaboration, and license agreements
Oversee trademark, copyright, and trade secret matters, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations
Review marketing and promotional literature
Counsel key technical and business personnel on IP portfolio development and strategies, adversarial proceedings, competitive intelligence, commercial activities, and licensing opportunities
May participate in conducting periodic training for employees on invention disclosures, litigation preparation, confidentiality, the safeguarding of trade secrets, and other intellectual property topics
Qualification
Required
Demonstrated experience in developing and maintaining a patent portfolio
Experience in conducting and reviewing patentability and freedom-to-operate searches
At least minimal experience negotiating and drafting agreements having an IP component
Possession of excellent interpersonal, communication, and collaborative skills with the ability to impact and influence others at all levels
Possession of organizational skills and the ability to manage numerous projects and conflicting demands
Business acumen and ability to distill complex legal and technical concepts into practical legal advice
JD from an accredited law school
Member in good standing of a state bar and registered to practice before the USPTO
A Bachelor of Science in a biological science and An advanced degree in a biological science, or At least 2 years of practical laboratory experience
3-7 years of experience as a registered patent attorney
Preferred
Experience managing a trademark portfolio is desired
Benefits
Comprehensive training when you join
Continued development and training throughout your career
Competitive salary
Annual bonus scheme
Company
Hologic, Inc.
We’re an innovative medical technology company whose purpose is to enable healthier lives everywhere, every day.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.87B2025-10-21Private Equity
2025-10-21Acquired
2025-07-15Post Ipo Debt· $2.42B
Leadership Team
Stephen MacMillan
Chairman President & CEO
Karen Harrington
Director Scientific Affairs
Recent News
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