Intellectual Property (IP) Manager Reagents (80%)

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The Position

A healthier future. It’s what drives us to innovate. To continuously advance science and ensure everyone has access to the healthcare they need today and for generations to come. Creating a world where we all have more time with the people we love. That’s what makes us Roche.

Our Roche Diagnostics IP Management Team works in the field of diagnostic instruments, laboratory systems and reagents across different business units. In close collaboration with Patent Attorneys and R&D projects, we provide comprehensive IP support to protect our innovations, conduct freedom to operate activities, and strengthen IP awareness within the organisation.

The Opportunity

We are looking for you as IP Manager Reagents (m/f/d). In this position you will be responsible for interacting with project managers and members of development teams in the field of diagnostic assays, reagents and instruments. You will therefore be part of our IP Management team working at different locations.

Your tasks will be:

IP generation

1. Collecting and identifying valuable patent ideas

2. Collaborate with inventors and Patent Attorneys to evaluate patent ideas and relevant prior art

3. Advice and assist inventors in the preparation and filing of invention disclosures

4. Provide technical support to Patent Attorneys in filing patent applications and handling office actions, oppositions and appeals

5. Support in the annual review of IP portfolio

Freedom To Operate analysis

1. Identification of product features for IP analysis

2. Provision of FTO Searches

3. Pre-screen and assist technical experts with technical evaluation of search results

IP awareness

1. Develop and organize IP trainings, events or workshops together with Patent Attorneys to increase IP awareness and understanding of IP related processes in the organization

General support

1. Support and technical advice on IP issues and inquiries at the interface of R&D, Patent Attorneys, and business

2. Support of the consolidation, documentation and implementation of IP strategies and processes

Who you are

1. You have a degree in chemistry, biochemistry, or biology or a related field and have experience in intellectual property related to diagnostic assays and reagents

2. Profound knowledge in diagnostic instruments and systems is a plus

3. You are able to manage multiple projects and be responsive to collaborations with Patent Attorneys and R&D team members

4. You have experience in searching, screening, and technically evaluating patent literature relevant to diagnostic assays and reagents

Furthermore, you work efficiently, effectively and in a structured manner across different diagnostic business units and technical areas. You have excellent interpersonal and communication skills. You are fluent in English and have at least basic knowledge of German.

Be part of our Patent team at Roche in Rotkreuz. Apply now!

Possible starting date: 1 August 2025

Location: Rotkreuz

Who we are

A healthier future drives us to innovate. Together, more than 100’000 employees across the globe are dedicated to advance science, ensuring everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Our efforts result in more than 26 million people treated with our medicines and over 30 billion tests conducted using our Diagnostics products. We empower each other to explore new possibilities, foster creativity, and keep our ambitions high, so we can deliver life-changing healthcare solutions that make a global impact.

Let’s build a healthier future, together.

Roche Diagnostics International in Rotkreuz is a leading provider of diagnostic systems solutions, and the largest manufacturer of fully automated in vitro diagnostic systems in Switzerland. We are more than 2’700 passionate colleagues from over 65 nationalities. Find out more about our site in Central Switzerland, here.

Besides extensive development and training opportunities, we offer flexible working options, 18 weeks of maternity leave and 10 weeks of gender independent partnership leave. Our employees benefit from multiple services on site such as child-care facilities, medical services, restaurants and cafeterias, as well as various employee events.

We believe in the power of diversity and inclusion, and strive to identify and create opportunities that enable all people to bring their unique selves to Roche.