We are looking for an IP Manager (x|f|m) for the Intellectual Property Management - BPS division at Sartorius Stedim Biotech GmbH. In this role, you will be responsible for the filing, prosecution, maintenance, defence and enforcement of Sartorius' intellectual property rights (trademarks, designs, patents, trade secrets) for the Bioprocess Solutions (BPS) business unit. The job is full-time, remotely on a daily basis and on site at the Göttingen campus.

Grow with us – Your Responsibilities

You will work closely with inventors from product development and corporate research to assess the patentability of inventions
You will advise internal stakeholders on strategic issues and develop IP strategies to support Sartorius business objectives
You will conduct prior art searches and freedom-to-operate analyses to support product development and commercialisation strategies
You will monitor competitor patents and industry trends to identify potential risks and opportunities for the company
You prepare expert opinions and assessments on IP-relevant topics for the management
You will prepare in- and out-licensing activities and review IP-related clauses in various contracts and agreements. contracts and agreements
Promote IP training and mentoring related to Sartorius' IP strategy, internal IP workflow and IP law fundamentals
You manage IP litigation and nullity proceedings (oppositions, nullity proceedings, post-grant reviews, etc.) against the IP rights of third parties
You support M&A projects and other major strategic projects

What will convince us

You have successfully completed a degree in the natural sciences (preferably biochemistry, biotechnology, life sciences, biology, chemistry) or a comparable field
A qualification as a German, European or US patent attorney is an advantage
Several years of proven professional experience as an IP manager in a multinational corporate environment or from a patent law firm
Very good knowledge of international IP law in relation to the filing, defence and enforcement of IP rights, including litigation and negotiation of IP-related agreements
You are characterized by your strong negotiation and analytical skills, excellent interdisciplinary communication skills and intercultural competence for working in a multinational team
Fluency in English rounds off your profile

What we offer

As a growing global life science company, stock listed on the DAX and TecDAX, Sartorius offers a wide range of Benefits:

Personal and Professional Development: Mentoring, leadership programs, Talent Talks, internal seminar offerings
Work life balance: Remote options, flextime, flexible work schedules
Attractive compensation: Vacation and holiday bonuses including pension benefits and 30 vacation days
Large, modern campus: Open office spaces, terraces, company restaurant with vegetarian and vegan options, cozy Italian bistro with ice cream sales, fitness studio and daycare center
Making an impact right from the start: Comprehensive onboarding, including a virtual online platform even before joining, Welcome Workshops, "buddy" as point of contact
Travel benefits: car leasing, bike leasing, large free parking garage, good bus connections
Welcoming Culture: Mutual support, teamspirit and international collaboration; communities on numerous topics, such as coaching, agile working and business women network

IP Manager (x|f|m)- Hybrid