IP Search & Analytics Manager
What if your expertise could help shape critical intellectual property decisions across one of the world's leading healthcare companies? As an IP Search & Analytics Manager, you will be at the forefront of scientific and patent intelligence, transforming complex data into strategic insights that support innovation, business development, and intellectual property protection. Working closely with patent attorneys, scientists, and global business teams, you will play a key role in enabling informed decisions that help bring groundbreaking medicines to patients worldwide.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct patent and scientific literature searches to support critical intellectual property and business decisions.
- Develop innovative search strategies using advanced research methodologies and specialized patent databases.
- Deliver actionable patent analytics supporting due diligence, litigation, and freedom-to-operate assessments.
- Partner with patent attorneys, scientists, and business teams to define objectives and deliver insights.
- Translate complex technical information into clear recommendations for diverse stakeholders.
- Maintain high-quality documentation, search records, and confidentiality standards across all projects.
- Strengthen organizational expertise by sharing best practices and monitoring industry developments.
Essential Requirements
- Master degree (or PhD) in Biology or Biochemistry or a related scientific discipline.
- Experience in patent searching, intellectual property research, technical research, or patent analytics.
- Proficiency using patent and scientific literature databases and advanced search platforms.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and research skills with exceptional attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate effectively within a global environment.
- Knowledge of pharmaceutical, biotechnology, healthcare, or related life sciences industries is a plus
Benefits & Rewards
The salary for this position is expected to range between $138,600 and $257,400 per year. The final salary offered is determined based on factors like, but not limited to, relevant skills and experience, and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically. Novartis may change the published salary range based on company and market factors. Your compensation will include a performance-based cash incentive and, depending on the level of the role, eligibility to be considered for annual equity awards. US-based eligible employees will receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, life and disability benefits, a 401(k) with company contribution and match, and a variety of other benefits. In addition, employees are eligible for a generous time off package including vacation, personal days, holidays and other leaves.
EEO Statement:
The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.
Accessibility and reasonable accommodations
The Novartis Group of Companies are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to or call and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.
Salary Range
$138,600.00 - $257,400.00
Skills Desired
Analytical Thinking, Brand Protection, Collaboration, Communication, Detail-Oriented, Microsoft Office, Team Player