台北市南港區3年以上碩士以上
【About the role】
You will support the execution of Acepodia’s intellectual property (IP) operations by ensuring that all patent-related activities are strategically aligned with the company’s R&D roadmap and business objectives. In this role, you will work closely with the IP lead, R&D teams, and external patent counsel to translate scientific advancements into timely, high-quality IP actions. Your contribution will help strengthen the protection of Acepodia’s innovations and support the company’s long-term value creation.
Your core responsibilities include organizing technical documentation throughout the patent prosecution process, monitoring competitors’ patent activities, and assisting with freedom-to-operate (FTO) analyses to support research and business strategies. You will also help facilitate communication between scientific teams and legal advisors, ensuring that our IP coverage evolves in parallel with R&D progress across both cell-based and non-cell-based pipelines.
We seek a candidate with a background in chemistry, biology, or a related field, along with proven experience in patent prosecution or IP operations. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, well-organized, and motivated to deepen their understanding of IP work in a dynamic biotech environment.
【Position Title】 (Senior) Patent engineer
【Location】 Taipei, Taiwan.
【Reports to】 Associate Director of Patent
【Job Type】 Full-time
【Education /Background】
• A Master's degree or above in biotechnology, pharmacology, chemistry, cell or molecular biology, bioengineering, or a related field, with a solid technical background in biotechnology, molecular biology, chemistry, biochemistry, and/or pharmacology.
• Experience in patent or law firms with prior art searches, patent applications drafting, and legal or office action responses; and/or in biotech-related companies conducting freedom to operate (FTO) analyses.
【Responsibilities include but are not limited to】
• Support the implementation and execution of Acepodia’s patent portfolio management in alignment with the company’s R&D roadmap and business priorities.
• Coordinate with R&D teams and external patent counsel to ensure timely and accurate handling of patent filings, responses, and other prosecution matters.
• Assist in drafting technical descriptions and patent specifications, and support the preparation of response materials during prosecution.
• Conduct internal patent searches and assist in freedom-to-operate (FTO) assessments, helping identify potential IP risks or opportunities.
• Perform other IP-related assignments and responsibilities as delegated by the IP lead.
【Position Requirements & Relevant Skills & Experience】
• At least three years of experience in patent or law firms and/or in biotech-related companies.
• MSc degree or above in biotechnology, pharmacology, chemistry, cell or molecular biology, bioengineering, biochemistry, or a related field.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Excellent analytical skills with strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability.
• Must have proficiency in English.