Roger Ferreira (He/Him/His)
About Roger Ferreira (He/Him/His)
Roger Ferreira is a Team Manager at the European Patent Office, overseeing Team Biological Material B since 2020. He has a strong academic background in biochemistry and molecular biology, holding a Master's degree and a Doctorate in the field.
Work at European Patent Office
Roger Ferreira has been employed at the European Patent Office (EPO) since 2005. He currently holds the position of Team Manager for Team Biological Material B, a role he has occupied since 2020. Prior to this, he managed the Team Coatings & Polysaccharides from 2017 to 2020. His extensive experience at the EPO includes serving as a Patent Examiner from 2005 to 2016, where he contributed to the examination of patent applications in various scientific fields.
Education and Expertise
Roger Ferreira earned a Master's degree in Biochimie et biologie moléculaire from Université de Cergy-Pontoise, where he studied from 1992 to 1996. He further advanced his education by obtaining a Doctorat in the same field from Université Paris-Sud (Paris XI) between 1996 and 2001. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his work in patent examination and management within the biological materials sector.
Background
Before joining the European Patent Office, Roger Ferreira worked as a postdoctoral researcher at LMU - Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München from 2001 to 2005. This role allowed him to deepen his research skills and expertise in molecular biology. His career trajectory reflects a consistent focus on biological sciences, culminating in his current managerial position at the EPO.
Professional Experience
Roger Ferreira's professional experience spans over two decades, primarily in the field of patent examination and management. His tenure at the European Patent Office includes significant roles that have shaped his expertise in biological materials and coatings. His work as a postdoctoral researcher further complements his extensive background in scientific research and patent law.