Intellectual Ventures is looking for an experienced patent attorney to join the US Patent Development Team. Reporting to the Head of Patent Development, the Senior PDM will be part of a team of patent professionals involved in invention sourcing, selection, and the creation of patent assets. A core responsibility will be the selection, mentoring, and management of a network of outside counsel. The Senior PDM will work closely with Portfolio Managers during the selection and prosecution of patent assets according to IDF’s Invention Themes. Strong patent skills and technological breadth are important as is the ability to work across cultures throughout Asia and India. The Senior PDM will also provide support to business managers, and be involved in the development and implementation of business and licensing strategies. The Senior PDM must possess good management skills, and be skilled at mentoring. This individual must also be a leader, have the ability to champion initiatives, and think creatively.
Intellectual Ventures (“IV”) is a privately-held, invention investment company based in Bellevue, Washington. Our business model centers on creating, acquiring and licensing invention in a variety of technology areas. We plan to commercialize inventions through licensing, spin-offs, joint ventures and partnerships.
Responsibilities:
• Managing a team outside counsel to support IV”s patent portfolio activities.
• Managing the patenting flows and patenting strategy for inventions sourced throughout the US, Asia, and India for the Invention Theme(s) and Technology Silo(s) for which they have responsibility.
• Managing the prosecution of the existing patent application portfolio for which they have responsibility through outside counsel.
• Assisting in the review and selection of inventions for the Invention Theme(s) and Technology Silo(s) for which they have responsibility.
• Assisting in the strategic management of the existing portfolio of issued patents.
• Providing detailed oversight and mentoring of outside counsel drafting, filing, and prosecution of US and foreign patent applications. Mentoring in-house patent professionals in patent practice in specific technology areas and in the complexities of US and foreign patent laws.
• Reviewing and evaluating the quality, cost-effectiveness and scope of work performed by outside counsel. Managing patent drafting and prosecution costs within budget.
Key Qualifications and Required Skills:
• Law degree from reputable and American Bar Association accredited law school.
• Prefer M.S./Ph.D. in Materials/Chemistry/Chemical Engineering/Physics/Biomedical Engineering/Life Science.
• Registered to practice before US Patent and Trademark Office.
• At least 7-10 years experience as practicing patent attorney, with primary emphasis on drafting and prosecuting patent applications.
• Experience in both law firm and in-house roles an advantage.
• Excellent English communication and writing skills.
• Training and/or exposure to foreign patent laws, particularly in Asia and India, is preferred.
• Fluency in an Asian language is an advantage.
• Relevant industry work experience and experience in Asia an advantage.
Contact:
Please apply directly to: http://www.intellectualventures.com. We are an equal opportunity employer.
Additional Info:
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: Bellevue, Washington