(Senior) Manager, IP Intelligence (m/w/d)

Overview At the heart of QIAGEN’s business is a vision to make improvements in life possible.We are on an exciting mission to make a real difference in science and healthcare. We are still the entrepreneurial company we started out as and have today achieved a size where we can bring our full power to many initiatives and to our presence across the globe. Our most valuable asset are our employees – more than 6000 in over 35 locations around the world. Our ambition is to ensure we have outstanding and passionate people working in the best teams and we are constantly looking for new talent to join us. There are few players who have shaped the world of modern science and healthcare as much as QIAGEN, and we have only just started.If you are looking to advance your career, are seeking new challenges and opportunities, enjoy working in dynamic and international, diverse teams and want to make a real impact on people’s lives, then QIAGEN is where you need to be. Join us. At QIAGEN, you make a difference every day. Position Description An exciting new vacancy has become available in QIAGEN’s IP Department for an IP Search Specialist focusing on cutting-edge technologies. The successful candidate will work independently on projects in close collaboration with QIAGEN’s Patent Attorneys and internal clients in an international environment.Based in Monheim am Rhein, we are a dynamic and friendly team looking for a team-minded professional addition.Key responsibilities:- Independent preparation of Patent Searches (e.g. novelty, state of the art, freedom-to-operate, IP-Landscape searches, etc.) as a support of the internal product development as well as M&A and licensing activities- Preparation of IP analyses regarding market and technology trends in close collaboration with QIAGEN internal clients (R&D, Business Development, etc.)- Preparation of IP analyses for the evaluation of strategic options such as licensing opportunities and M&A activities.- Close collaboration with internal patent attorneys , for example in coordinating and interpreting IP searches- Counsel QIAGEN internal clients with regard to the search tools, data bases, significance of search results, etc. Position Requirements - Masters or PhD degree in a biotechnological field, such as Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, with a strong analytical mindset- An understanding of patent law or willingness to acquire required knowledge in a short timeframe- Previous experience as a search professional or similar is highly desirable- Genuine enthusiasm for biotechnological topics and excellent team-working abilities- Fluent German and English, written and spoken (essential) Please submit your application in English What we offer At the heart of QIAGEN are our people who drive our success. We act with passion, always challenging the status quo to drive innovation and continuous improvement. We inspire with our leadership and make an impact with our actions. We create a collaborative, safe and engaging workplace which forms the basis for high performing individuals and teams. We drive accountability and entrepreneurial decision-making and want you to excel your growth and shape the future of QIAGEN.QIAGEN is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, or disability.