IP Research Information Scientist

IP Research Information Scientist job at Abbott | Abbott Careers

• Collaborate with other IP researchers in assessing third-party patents with respect to Abbott products by conducting Freedom to Operate (FTO) and patentability searches as well as other IP research projects for Abbott business units.
• Collaborate with the IP legal department to develop search strategies, organize results, and communicate analyses to IP attorneys and other relevant stakeholders.
• Provide patent support for Abbott businesses, including assessing and landscaping technologies and patent portfolios.
• Work with cross-functional teams to assess threats to Abbott products.
• Monitor key competitors using secondary research databases, resources, and technologies for legal projects.
• Collaborate with ARC information teams to compile, analyze, and present research deliverables to support decision-making across Abbott’s business.
• Consult on multifaceted projects to determine information needs, provide information solutions, and apply appropriate data science methodologies and strategies to solve problems.
• Integrate the latest IP tools, including AI technologies where appropriate, into IP workflows to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of IP research, data management, knowledge sharing, and insights generation.

• Possess a Bachelor’s degree or higher in science or engineering
• Patent and/or scientific literature searching experience in the biotechnology, pharmaceutical, medical device, healthcare, or related industry with a strong interest in learning and developing this skillset
• Minimum 3 years of relevant industry experience
• Minimum 3 years of experience with assessing competitor products and IP
• Minimum 3 years of experience analyzing competitive intelligence and developing corresponding IP strategy

• Free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year.
• An excellent retirement savings plan with a high employer contribution
• Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program, and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.

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