Job Summary
The Director of IP Litigation is responsible for developing and overseeing the global strategy for intellectual property litigation, which encompasses both pre-litigation and high-stakes disputes. This role involves collaboration with external legal counsel, oversight of litigation expenditures, and offering strategic legal guidance to senior management and various business sectors.
Responsibilities
- Formulate and implement strategies for managing global IP litigation matters.
- Oversee pre-litigation processes and handle high-risk disputes effectively.
- Lead and coordinate with outside counsel on litigation cases.
- Manage budgets associated with litigation activities.
- Provide legal advice to senior leadership and relevant business units.
Qualifications
- A Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline.
- A Juris Doctor (JD) degree.
- Minimum of five years of legal experience in a law firm or within the pharmaceutical industry.
- Strong expertise in pharmaceutical intellectual property litigation.
- Active membership in the bar.
Merck provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
