Amgen Inc.

Title: Corporate Counsel II
Department: Amgen Legal / Patent Law Group
Location: Thousand Oaks, Ventura County, CA


Company Background:

Amgen, the world's largest biotechnology company, uses science and innovation in an effort to dramatically improve people's lives. Amgen aspires to be the world's best human therapeutics company. Our researchers harness the powerful tools of cellular and molecular biology and medicinal chemistry to discover, develop and commercialize naturally occurring proteins, antibodies and small molecules, with the goal of extending the reach of science to unleash the body's own powerful therapeutic responses.


Job Summary:

Job Description

This candidate will be involved primarily in patent litigation, drafting opinions and developing legal strategies associated with Amgen's business and research endeavors and may be involve in some patent prosecution and licensing.

Experience

The position requires a minimum of 5-7 years of experience in patent litigation, including trial experience, preferably in biotechnology related cases, and a solid background in all aspects of U.S. intellectual property law, and the ability to travel. This position requires a J.D. degree and admission to practice before a state bar and the U.S. Patent Office.


How to Apply

If you are interested in applying for this opportunity, please apply online on Amgen’s website and please contact Craig Seipel at (805) 313- 4534 or cseipel@amgen.com if you have any questions.

As an EEO/AA M/F/D/V employer, Amgen values and encourages diversity in the workplace.