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Our Service Unit Global Intellectual Property is one of the biggest inhouse IP units in Germany. We are responsible for all services relating to patents, trademarks, trade secrets, plant variety protection, copyrights, designs and IP Intelligence, as well as all IP-contracts. We are a global team servicing the entire BASF group and work in close alliance with the operating business units as well as with the research and technology platforms. In this way we create a basis for future business success and actively influence BASF's competitive situation.

PATENT COUNSEL (m/f/d)

RESPONSIBILITIES

We are looking for a Patent Counsel turning innovation into effective IP value. Our multidisciplinary, international team supports BASF's cutting-edge innovation pipeline in the field of coatings ranging from chemistry via physics (including optics and color science) to the intersection of sustainability and digital.

• In this role you actively shape BASF's IP position by consulting innovation teams on matters of all aspects of IP.
• The core tasks are identifying patentable ideas with business impact, building and maintaining patent portfolios in different technology areas as well as advising the teams on IP in partnerships.
• You are also going to evaluate patent landscapes and derive strategic measures (freedom to operate, invalidity, licensing strategies).
• You advise the innovation teams on technological aspects in contractual matters, partnerships and M&A activities.

QUALIFICATIONS

• PhD in Chemistry, preferably Theoretical Chemistry, Quantum Chemistry, Computational Chemistry, Physics or related fields 
• (almost) completed training as European or German Patent Attorney
• proven understanding and experience in drafting and prosecution of patent applications in chemistry and ideally in the digital field
• (first) experience inhouse or in a patent law firm is a plus
• strong communication skills in English and preferably in German
• curious and open minded with a sound understanding of business interests in chemistry and in digital environment 

BENEFITS

• attractive competitive salary and a variable bonus
• company pension scheme, company-financed supplementary long-term care insurance as well as accident insurance, share program for employees, value account and company car subsidy
• flexible working time models 

ABOUT US

Do you have any questions about the application process or the position? Please reach out to: Melissa Amina Rahmani (Talent Acquisition).

At BASF, the chemistry is right.

Because we are counting on innovative solutions, on sustainable actions, and on connected thinking. And on you. Become a part of our formula for success and develop the future with us - in a global team that embraces diversity and equal opportunities irrespective of gender, age, origin, sexual orientation, disability or belief.