Job Description

Greetings from Kashiv Biosciences !!!

We are looking for a technically strong R&D professional with hands-on experience in Downstream cell culture processes who is interested in transitioning into Intellectual Property (IP) work. This role will provide full training and mentorship in patent analytics while utilizing the candidates scientific expertise to support biosimilar IP strategy, freedom-to-operate (FTO) assessments, and patent filings The role is Based out of Ahmedabad

Key Responsibilities:

• Apply technical knowledge to analyze patents, scientific literature, and regulatory filings relevant to biosimilar Downstream processes
• Conduct patent landscape studies, prior art searches, and FTO assessments with guidance from senior IP professionals
• Support the preparation of patentability evaluations, infringement analyses, and invalidity assessments for Downstream manufacturing technologies
• Liaise with R&D teams to gather technical data and insights for IP filings and risk assessments.
• Prepare technical summaries and documentation for patent attorneys and cross-functional teams.
• Track competitor filings and monitor emerging trends in Downstream biosimilars manufacturing.
• Assist in drafting technical portions of patent applications, invention disclosures, and IP documentation
• Receive ongoing training in patent law, IP processes, and biosimilar regulatory frameworks to build long-term IP expertise.

Interested Candidates, please share the resume at my mail id manan.hathi@kashivindia.com

Requirements

Candidate details:

• Education: Master's in biotechnology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, or related field
• Experience: 4 -8 years of hands-on industry experience in Downstream process development for biologics or biosimilars ( AKTA Process, Protein Purifications, process scale-up, etc).
• Strong interest in developing a career in Intellectual Property and patent analytics
• Exposure to regulatory aspects of biosimilar development will be an advantage.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and scientific writing skills.
• Good communication skills with the ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams.
• Prior exposure to IP ( patent searches, literature reviews, regulatory filings etc.)
• Familiarity with patent databases (e.g., Derwent, Orbit, Patsnap, Google Patents)
• Certification or coursework in IP or patent law will be an added advantage.