Job Description

Company DescriptionDr. Reddy\'s Laboratories Ltd. is a leading multinational pharmaceutical company based across global locations. Each of our 24,000 plus employees comes to work every day for one collective purpose: to accelerate access to affordable and innovative medicines because Good Health Can\'t Wait.We started in 1984 with a modest investment, 20 employees and a bold vision. Today, we have research and development centres, manufacturing facilities or a commercial presence in 66 countries.For nearly four decades, we have stood for access, affordability and innovation based on the bedrock of deep science, progressive people practices and robust corporate governance. As the pharmaceutical industry evolves and undergoes disruption, we see an opportunity - to strengthen our core further (the next steps) and to build the future (the new bets).\'The Next and the New\' is how we aim to continue to be the partner of choice - purpose-driven, future-ready and sustainable. Our aim is to reach over 1.5 Bn+ patients across the world by 2030 by growing our core businesses and building for the future with sustainability at the core of our purpose and strategy. Sustainability for us means operating in a manner that respects people, planet and purpose - helping us conserve precious resources, serve our patients, create value for stakeholders, give back to society, fulfil our potential and maintain our integrity and transparencyDr Reddy\'s maintains a work environment, free from discrimination and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to employ & nurture all qualified diverse workforce without regard to race, colour religion, nationality, sex, age, disability status, genetics, sexual orientation, gender expression, citizenship or any other characteristic or classification protected by applicable law(s) of the country we operate in. We treasure every talent, and recognize merit and diversity in our organization.Job Summary
We are looking for a candidate with an Electronics or Computer Science Engineering background to join our DTx (Digital Therapeutics) team. The role involves conducting IP (Intellectual Property) search, IP due diligence, report preparation, patent drafting & prosecution activities, with expertise in wearable devices, medical devices, connected apps, software, and other digital spaces.Roles & Responsibilities

• You will be responsible for devising search strategies and conducting searches for identified opportunities/ideas. This includes identifying blocking patents, studying prosecution history (PH), and legal status to provide appropriate solutions.
• You will identify regulatory-related blocks and offer suitable solutions, providing primary solutions, and preparing patent landscape reports. Presenting the findings to stakeholders is also part of your responsibilities.
• You will be responsible for identifying relevant and concerned patents, assessing their legal status, and preparing FTO (Formulation Technology Organization) reports. This includes studying PH and precedence cases to develop mitigation strategies. Your role involves preparing draft opinions/relevant reports, monitoring the prosecution/litigation status of competitors\' patent landscapes, and proposing appropriate measures to mitigate risks.
• You will also build search queries, conduct searches in various patent and non-patent databases, prepare patentability reports, identify "White space" for the proposed program/ technology, report identified opportunities in a structured manner, and propose IP filing options.
• You will be responsible for proposing new IP filing options, identifying data points and coordinating with inventors for data collection, reviewing Invention Disclosure Forms (IDFs), identify first-cut invention hooks, and preparing necessary patent compliance documentation when filing IP in various jurisdictions.
• You will be responsible for preparing preliminary patent drafts based on identified inventions, coordinating closely with external counsels throughout the filing, studying and preparing draft responses for office actions, completing necessary forms for filing patent applications, and coordinating with the Indian Patent Office.
• You will collaborate with the finance team and other stakeholders, maintain patent dockets in the CPI database, track all annuity payments, and provide timely instructions.
• You will be responsible for evaluating alternative IP filing options, including Design, Trademark, or Copyright. Your duties will involve close coordination with legal and other stakeholders to manage the filing, prosecution, and maintenance of such intellectual property rights (IPRs).
• You will actively track the activities and IP filings of competitors and relevant players, providing timely reports to stakeholders, and monitor technology landscapes for updates.
• You will be responsible for coordinating with relevant stakeholders to obtain necessary publication clearance, managing all publication databases, providing support in clearance processes, and tracking all associated costs and assisting the finance team in processing invoices.

QualificationsEducational qualification: A B.Tech. in Electronics or Computer Science; a qualified Indian Patent Agent and/or PG Diploma in patents law is preferredMinimum work experience: 6 to 9 years in IPSkills & attributes:Technical Skills

• Proficiency in devising IP search strategies and conduct comprehensive searches.
• Capability to identify blocking IP and contribute to building an effective IP strategy.
• Experience in preparing various IP reports, such as FTO, patentability, and other relevant analyses.
• Ability to prepare preliminary patent drafts, manage the filing process, and engage in patent prosecution activities to protect IP.
• Skill in tracking the technology and IP space, providing Competitive Intelligence (CI) inputs to support strategic decision-making.
• Ability to support in securing other IPRs (such as Design, Trademark, and Copyright), publication activities, and CI initiatives related to IP.

Behavioural Skills

• Proficiency in addressing complex challenges through analytical thinking and effective problem-solving.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, fostering collaboration and understanding.
• Ability to identify opportunities and take prompt action, displaying a proactive approach.
• Ability to think strategically and critically, connecting the dots to innovate for unmet needs.
• Ability to acquire new skills and is a quick learner, excelling in deliverables.
• Ability to connect with people and is result-oriented, achieving outcomes effectively.

Additional InformationAbout the Department
Emerging Markets
Branded generics is one of our biggest businesses in Emerging market and our branded products are available 48 countries across 5 regions. Our key markets are Russia, China and Brazil. We also have presence in Latin America, Africa, Australia, New Zealand, ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations), CIS and Romania. We have added 13 new geographies in the last 5 years.
In the last 4 years, our emerging markets business\' growth rate has doubled (June \'22). Our diverse portfolio spans all segments. We are continuously advancing technologies, enhancing efficiency of operations and increasing our portfolio of highest-quality quality products.
With nearly 40 products and 6 mega brands, Russia is a key market. With more than 30 years of operations in the region, as of FY22, we have reported a year-on-year growth of 32%. This was driven by improved existing business performance, launch of new products during the year along with divestment of some non-core brands. 6 key products were ranked among the top 200 bestselling formulation brands, as per IQVIA in its report for the 12-month period ended 31 March, 2022. 5 of our leading products were voted as the \'Product of the Year\' by the consumers - reaffirming the trust that the people of Russia have in them.
We are among the earliest Indian pharma companies to have a business presence in China. We have a representative office that focuses on filings and approvals, including the Group Purchasing Organisation (GPO). Our joint venture entity (Kunshan Rotam Reddy Pharmaceutical Co. Ltd) offers a portfolio of niche and essential products, strengthening our presence in China.
In Latin America we have a strong presence in Brazil and Colombia. In just a little over five years in Brazil, our team has established itself in the region with our diverse portfolio. Our primary focus in Brazil is oncology and institutional. Our team in Colombia was certified as a \'Great Place to Work\'.
Through our comprehensive COVID-19 portfolio, we were able to reach over 5 million patients in low and middle-income countries. With the aim of reaching more and more patients around the world, we are harnessing our deep science capabilities to create a robust portfolio in the region to become the partner of choice.
Our teams in China, Brazil, Colombia and Thailand, Malaysia are a certified great place to work. Our team in Russia is among the top 3 in Head-hunter\'s Best Employer Ranking in 2022. These recognitions reaffirm our commitment and efforts to bring science, technology and innovation together to offer affordable medicines and solutions beyond the pill to patients in the region.
As the need, scope and standards of healthcare evolve, we keep track of emerging needs to contribute to patient welfare. After all, Good Health Can\'t WaitBenefits Offered
At Dr. Reddy\'s we actively help to catalyse your career growth and professional development through personalised learning programs.
The benefits you will enjoy at Dr. Reddy\'s are on par with the best industry standards. They include, among other things and other essential equipment, joining & relocation support, family support (Maternity & Paternity benefits), learning and development opportunities, medical coverage for yourself and your family, life coverage for yourself.Our Work Culture
Ask any employee at Dr. Reddy\'s why they come to work every day and they\'ll say, because Good Health Can\'t Wait. This is our credo as well as the guiding principle behind all our actions. We see healthcare solutions not only as scientific formulations, but as a means to help patients lead healthier lives, and we\'re always attuned to the new and the next to empower people to stay fit. And to do this, we foster a culture of empathy and dynamism. People are at the core of our journey over the last few decades. They have been supported by an enabling environment that buoys individual ability while fostering teamwork and shared success. We believe that when people with diverse skills are bound together by a common purpose and value system, they can make magic.
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