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How to Apply for REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS-RESEARCHER ON EPO VALIDATION SYSTEM IMPACT

at International Treatment Preparedness Coalition (ITPC)

🏢 About International Treatment Preparedness Coalition (ITPC)

ITPC is a global activist network that fights for equitable access to treatment and health for communities affected by HIV, TB, and other diseases. It uniquely challenges profit-driven power dynamics in the pharmaceutical industry, making it a compelling workplace for those passionate about health justice and systemic change.

About This Role

This role involves researching the European Patent Office's validation system and its impact on access to medicines in low- and middle-income countries. You will conduct patent analyses, stakeholder interviews, and draft a briefing paper that could influence policy and advocacy strategies.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might involve conducting patent searches for selected INNs in Espacenet, analyzing patent filing trends in Excel, and scheduling semi-structured interviews with stakeholders. You might also draft sections of the briefing paper or review literature on the EPO validation system's impact.

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🎯 Who International Treatment Preparedness Coalition (ITPC) Is Looking For

  • Holds a graduate degree in intellectual property law, economics, philosophy, or a related field (PhD preferred) with strong research skills.
  • Has experience in IP research, especially on patents and patent law, with a focus on access to medicines issues.
  • Proficient in statistical analysis and patent database searches (e.g., Espacenet, Patentscope) and comfortable with MS Office and Adobe.
  • Possesses excellent interviewing and writing skills to synthesize complex findings into a clear, actionable briefing paper.

📝 Tips for Applying to International Treatment Preparedness Coalition (ITPC)

1

Tailor your cover letter to explicitly connect your research experience to the specific tasks: patent validation trends in Morocco and Moldova.

2

Highlight any prior work on the EPO validation system or access to medicines in LMICs; mention specific INNs you've studied.

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Demonstrate your statistical analysis skills by mentioning software (e.g., Excel, R, Stata) and providing a brief example of patent trend analysis.

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Show familiarity with ITPC's advocacy by referencing their campaigns or publications in your application.

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Submit a concise writing sample (e.g., a policy brief or research paper) that showcases your ability to communicate complex IP issues to non-specialists.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

["Emphasize your commitment to health equity and challenging pharmaceutical power dynamics, aligning with ITPC's mission.", 'Detail your experience with patent law and access to medicines, especially in LMICs or with EPO validation.', 'Mention specific statistical or analytical methods you will use for patent trend analysis.', 'Express your ability to conduct stakeholder interviews and synthesize qualitative and quantitative data.']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Review ITPC's recent reports and campaigns on access to medicines and patent barriers.
  • → Study the EPO validation system, especially its application in Morocco and Moldova, and relevant literature.
  • → Familiarize yourself with key INNs relevant to HIV, TB, and other diseases ITPC focuses on.
  • → Understand the political and economic contexts of Morocco and Moldova regarding pharmaceutical patents.
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💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 How would you approach the statistical analysis of patent application trends in Morocco and Moldova?
2 Describe your experience with patent database searches (e.g., Espacenet) for specific INNs.
3 How do you see the EPO validation system impacting access to medicines in LMICs?
4 Can you provide an example of a research project where you combined quantitative and qualitative methods?
5 How would you ensure your findings are actionable for ITPC's advocacy?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Submitting a generic cover letter without connecting your skills to the specific tasks (e.g., patent trend analysis).
  • Overlooking the need to demonstrate both quantitative (statistical) and qualitative (interview) research skills.
  • Failing to show awareness of ITPC's activist stance and how your research supports their advocacy.

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

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Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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