Counsel, Intellectual Property; Hybrid - Acton, MA or San Diego, CA

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- ** About Insulet Corporation
** Insulet Corporation (NASDAQ: PODD) is an innovative medical device company dedicated to simplifying life for people with diabetes. Our flagship product, the Omnipod Insulin Management System, is the only tubeless, wearable insulin pump on the market—revolutionizing how insulin is delivered and empowering users with freedom and flexibility. At Insulet, we are driven by a mission to improve lives through innovative technology and design.
** Position Overview
** We are seeking a highly motivated, hard working, and experienced Counsel, Intellectual Property to join our dynamic legal team. This role will report to the VP, Chief IP Counsel and will be instrumental in protecting Insulet’s cutting-edge innovations in wearable medical devices, software, and digital health technologies. The ideal candidate will preferably have an educational background in software-related technologies, experience at reputable law firms, a background in medical devices, and strong experience in IP litigation, patent drafting and prosecution, and IP transactions.
** Key Responsibilities
*** Provide strategic IP counseling to R&D, product franchises, marketing, and other functions within Insulet, particularly in the areas of software, algorithms, OSS, machine learning, and digital health.
* Manage a global patent portfolio aligned with Insulet’s business objectives, including drafting and prosecuting patent applications, working with outside counsel.
* Conduct freedom-to-operate, patentability, and infringement analyses.
* Support global IP litigation, oppositions, and enforcement efforts as needed.
* Assist with and negotiate IP-related aspects of transactions, including licensing, M&A, and collaborations.
* Manage a global trademark portfolio: from advising marketing team, clearance searches, specimen submissions, and registration maintenance.
* Educate internal stakeholders on IP best practices and emerging trends.
* Perform each of these key responsibilities with a high degree of strategic and long-term thinking.
** Qualifications
* ** J.D. from an accredited U.S. law school and admission to practice before the USPTO and at least one U.S. state.
* Minimum of 6 years of experience in patent law, preferably with a top-tier law firm and/or in-house legal department. Experience as a patent examiner is a plus.
* Strong experience in IP litigation, patent drafting and prosecution, and negotiating IP agreements required.
* Bachelor’s degree;
Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a closely related field is preferred. Other engineering degrees will be considered in light of other relevant experience.
* Experience with medical devices, wearable technologies, or regulated healthcare products is strongly preferred.
* Strong understanding of software patentability, AI/ML, and digital health technologies.
* Knowledge and experience with open source software and ability to advise engineering teams on managing OSS.
* Excellent communication, analytical, and project management skills.
* Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

Additional Information:

Compensation & Benefits:

For U.S.

-based positions only, the annual base salary range for this role is $ - $This position may also be eligible for incentive compensation.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off (PTO)
• And additional employee wellness programs

Application Details:

This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.

To apply , please visit the Insulet Careers site and submit your application online.

Actual pay depends on skills, experience, and education.

Insulet Corporation (NASDAQ: PODD), headquartered in Massachusetts, is an innovative medical device company dedicated to simplifying life for people with diabetes and other conditions…