Sharon Fujita
About Sharon Fujita
Sharon Fujita serves as the Executive Director of Intellectual Property at CytomX Therapeutics, where she has worked since 2017. She possesses extensive expertise in intellectual property law, particularly in the biotechnology and pharmaceutical sectors.
Work at CytomX Therapeutics
Sharon Fujita has served as the Executive Director of Intellectual Property at CytomX Therapeutics since 2017. In this role, she oversees the company's intellectual property strategy and management, focusing on protecting innovations in the biotechnology sector. Her responsibilities include navigating complex patent landscapes and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Under her leadership, CytomX has advanced its molecular biology platforms and therapeutic developments.
Previous Experience at Calysta, Inc.
Prior to her current position, Sharon Fujita worked at Calysta, Inc. as Vice President, Legal & Chief Patent Counsel from 2013 to 2015. In this role, she managed the legal aspects of the company's operations, focusing on intellectual property and patent strategy. Her experience at Calysta contributed to her expertise in the biotechnology field, particularly in relation to patent protection and legal compliance.
Educational Background
Sharon Fujita holds a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from the University of California, Hastings College of the Law. She also earned a Master's Degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of California, Berkeley, and a Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Southern California. This educational background provides her with a strong foundation in both legal and technical aspects of intellectual property in the biotechnology sector.
Specialization in Intellectual Property
Sharon Fujita specializes in intellectual property matters related to molecular biology platforms, large molecules, including antibodies and other protein therapeutics, as well as small molecules. Her expertise encompasses licensing and transactional matters within the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries. She has extensive experience in adversarial proceedings in both U.S. and foreign patent offices, making her a knowledgeable resource in patent litigation.
Litigation and Counsel Experience
Sharon Fujita has significant experience in litigation, having served as both in-house counsel and as a law firm associate. Her background includes working as Corporate Patent Counsel at Chiron Corporation from 1997 to 1999. This diverse experience in legal proceedings and patent law has equipped her with the skills necessary to navigate complex legal challenges in the biotechnology sector.