Insmed is a global biopharmaceutical company on a mission to transform the lives of patients living with serious and rare diseases. Our most valuable resource is our employees, and everything we do is motivated by a patients-first mentality. We are dedicated to growing our team with talented individuals from around the world who are willing to challenge the status quo, solve problems, and work collaboratively with a sense of urgency and compassion.

Guided by our core values of collaboration, accountability, passion, respect, and integrity, we aim to foster an inclusive, diverse, and flexible work environment, where our employees are recognized for leaning in and rolling up their sleeves. If you share our vision and want to work with the most dedicated people in the biopharma industry, come to Insmed to accelerate your career.

 

	Consistently Ranked Science’s Top Employer Insmed is dedicated to creating a collaborative environment where our team can thrive. Every day, our employees turn their passion for science and research into innovative solutions for patients. That’s why we’ve been named the No. 1 company to work for in the biopharma industry in Science’s Top Employers survey for four years in a row.

 

A Certified Great Place to Work® We believe our company is truly special, and our employees agree. In July 2024, we became Great Place to Work-certified in the U.S. for the fourth year in a row. We are also honored to have been listed on the Best Workplaces in Biopharma™, Best Workplaces in New York™, PEOPLE® Companies That Care, Best Workplaces for Women™, Best Workplaces for Millennials™, and Best Medium Workplaces™ lists.

 

Insmed is seeking a Patent Prosecution Paralegal, to support Insmed’s IP team in the management of its global patent portfolio. The Patent Prosecution Paralegal will demonstrate comprehensive knowledge and an understanding of U.S. and international patent law procedures to prepare U.S. and PCT filings, review daily docket and deadlines, manage internal files and records, draft related correspondences to outside counsel. This position will also be responsible for coordinating invention disclosure submission with business partners, generating summary tables as assigned, assisting in assembling patent due diligence materials, reviewing and processing invoices and managing annuity payments. Preferred location: close to either Bridgewater NJ or San Diego Cali however we will consider remote candidates.

Additional representative responsibilities may include, but not necessarily be limited to, the following:

• Process all incoming mail daily, including, but not limited, to patent related correspondence from the United States Patent and Trademark Office, Outside counsel, International Agents, and Inter-Office communications among attorneys and research teams.
• Coordinating U.S. and international patent application filing procedures with Insmed patent team and outside counsel.
• Preparing and filing new U.S. and national stage applications, PCT applications, and responses in the USPTO.
• Monitoring and updating information on all global patent cases in the IP Docket Database in relation to client communications, government notifications, and international agent correspondence.
• Conducting periodic status checks and participate in docket audits using government websites and communication to International Agents and outside counsel.
• Generating various reports as requested on an as needed basis.
• Maintaining current knowledge of IP rules and procedures, both domestic and international.
• Assisting the accounting department with the reconciliation of invoices and USPTO deposit account.
• Performing factual research on third parties and other topics as directed.
• Updating competitive intelligence tables with up-to-date claim sets and application status by searching USPTO and EPO databases on a monthly basis.
• Experience with Word, Excel, and Outlook, as well as solid internet research capabilities.
• Proficiency and previous experience with IP Docketing Systems.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and complete tasks with strong attention to detail and adhering to the firm’s best practices.
• Intake and docketing of invention disclosure forms, coordinating meetings between the R&D and patent teams to effectuate the flow of information and filing of patent applications based on forms.
• Opportunity to take on contracts and projects in areas other than patents.

About You:

• High school diploma or equivalent; college degree preferred.

• A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience at a law firm or in pharma / biotech industry.
• Biotech / pharma industry experience desired.
• Paralegal Certificate preferred.
• Strong work ethic and ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Interpersonal and communication skills required to interact with lawyers and staff.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a varied audience, including all levels of Company business partners, vendors, and other outside interested parties.

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$42 - $59 an hour

At Insmed, we’re committed to investing in every team member’s total well-being, now and in the future. Our benefit programs vary by country but we offer the following to all Insmed team members, regardless of geographic location:

• Flexible approach to how we work
• Health benefits and time-off plans
• Competitive compensation package, including bonus 
• Equity Awards (Long-Term Incentives)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

 

For more information on U.S. benefits click here.

 

 

Insmed Incorporated is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

 

Unsolicited resumes from agencies should not be forwarded to Insmed. Insmed will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resumes through this source. Insmed will only pay a fee to agencies if a formal agreement between Insmed and the agency has been established. The Human Resources department is responsible for all recruitment activities; please contact us directly to be considered for a formal agreement.

 

Insmed is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact us by email at TotalRewards@insmed.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

 

Applications are accepted for 5 calendar days from the date posted or until the position is filled.