Intellectual Property Assistant (Intern / Working Student)
Full time / Part time
Leipzig, Germany
About the position
We are seeking a highly motivated student to assist with patent-related activities. The role involves conducting deep patent searches as the first step, followed by collaborative patent analysis with our team. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience at the intersection of biotechnology and intellectual property.
Key responsibilities
- Perform in-depth patent searches in biotechnology and life sciences domains.
- Collaborate with team members to analyze patents and identify relevant features for ongoing projects.
- Assist in drafting reports and presentations based on patent search and analysis results.
- Support the team in identifying trends and gaps in the patent landscape.
Qualifications
You should bring
- Exceptional communication skills (written and verbal) to convey technical and legal information clearly and concisely.
- Strong analytical skills and meticulous attention to detail.
- Passion for working with legal documents and a curiosity about intellectual property.
- Basic understanding of patent databases and search tools (e.g., Espacenet, WIPO, or USPTO) is a plus, but not required—we will provide training.
Send us the following documents in an email
- Your CV including relevant prior experience
- Few lines describing your motivation and fit for the position
- Your preferred starting date