Job Title: Senior Executive – Intellectual Property Rights (IPR)
Company: Axxelent Pharma Science Private Limited
Location: Chennai – IIT Madras Research Park, Taramani
Department: Intellectual Property Rights (IPR)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Industry: Pharmaceutical / Biotechnology
About Axxelent Pharma Science Pvt. Ltd.
Axxelent Pharma Science Private Limited is a research-driven pharmaceutical organization specializing in formulation development, analytical research, regulatory support, and innovative healthcare solutions. We are seeking a highly motivated Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) professional to strengthen our patent portfolio and support innovation initiatives.
Job Summary
The Senior Executive – Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) will be responsible for managing patent-related activities, including patent drafting, prosecution, filing, portfolio management, patentability analysis, and coordination with patent attorneys and R&D teams. The role requires a strong understanding of Indian patent laws and pharmaceutical intellectual property practices.
Key Responsibilities
- Draft, review, and file patent applications in compliance with Indian Patent Laws.
- Conduct patentability, novelty, and freedom-to-operate (FTO) searches.
- Manage patent prosecution activities, office actions, hearing notices, and oppositions.
- Maintain and monitor the organization's patent portfolio.
- Coordinate with inventors, patent attorneys, regulatory teams, and R&D departments.
- Perform patent landscape analysis and competitor patent monitoring.
- Identify opportunities for patent filings arising from ongoing research projects.
- Prepare technical documentation and maintain patent records.
- Ensure compliance with applicable intellectual property regulations and timelines.
Required Skills
- Strong knowledge of the Indian Patents Act, 1970 and Patent Rules.
- Experience in patent drafting, prosecution, filing, and portfolio management.
- Good understanding of patent search and patentability analysis.
- Experience handling office actions, hearings, and oppositions.
- Knowledge of patent databases and IP search tools.
- Strong analytical, documentation, and communication skills.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
Qualification
Essential:
- M.Sc. in Pharmacy, Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, or a related discipline.
Preferred:
- B.Pharm with LLB (IPR) or M.Tech (Biotechnology) will be an added advantage.
Experience
- 2–4 years of relevant experience in Intellectual Property Rights within the Pharmaceutical or Biotechnology industry.
Why Join Axxelent?
- Opportunity to work on innovative pharmaceutical research projects.
- Exposure to end-to-end patent lifecycle management.
- Collaborative R&D environment.
- Career growth in a research-focused organization.
Location
Axxelent R&D Unit
IIT Madras Research Park
Taramani, Chennai
Apply Now
Interested candidates can share their updated resume to:
[email protected] / [email protected]
WhatsApp: +91 95005 93997 / +91 97890 98123
Company Website: www.axxelent.com
Pay: ₹13,897.38 - ₹65,442.96 per month
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Food provided
- Health insurance
- Provident Fund
Work Location: In person
