2012

Patent Attorney / Agent – Law Firm – Oakland, Calif.

May 10, 2012- US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Weaver Austin Villeneuve & Sampson LLP is actively seeking a registered Patent Attorney or Agent with a strong electrical engineering and/or computer science background, about 3 to 5 years of patent drafting and prosecution experience in EE and/or CS technologies, and good written communication skills. We are located in downtown Oakland at City Center (short BART ride to San Francisco). We offer immediate exposure to interesting clients, a variety of career path options, and a competitive percentage-based compensation plan to provide you with autonomy and control over your practice.

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Westford, Mass.

May 7, 2012- US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Prosecution

Elmore Patent Law Group is seeking candidates for associate positions in the firm. Qualified candidates should hold at least a bachelor's degree in a life science, materials science, chemical engineering or mechanical engineering and 3-5 years of experience in the practice of intellectual property law including a demonstrated ability to prepare, file and prosecute patent applications, conduct legal research and patent research such as for the preparation of freedom to operate or validity opinions. The firm is particularly interested in candidates with a background in nanotechnology in the fields of materials science, chemistry, biotechnology and pharmaceuticals. The firm is conveniently located northwest of Boston in Westford, MA.

Patent Prosecution Associate – Law Firm – Minneapolis, Minn.

May 4, 2012- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Work - Patent Prosecution

Faegre Baker Daniels seeks a career track Associate to join our thriving Minneapolis Intellectual Property Group. Faegre Baker Daniels is an Am Law 100 firm with offices located throughout the U.S., Europe, and China. Our IP practice includes all areas of intellectual property law for a national and international client base. Successful candidates will have 2-6 years experience and preferably have a technical degree (electrical, mechanical or chemical engineering preferred) and be a member of the patent bar. Candidates must also have excellent academic credentials and have strong written and oral communications skills. This position offers competitive compensation and unlimited potential for professional growth.

Patent Associate – Small Corporation – Austin, Texas

May 4, 2012- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Midwest, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate

Luminex Corporation is seeking a Patent Associate to provide assistance with patent related activities, including growth and management of Company's patent portfolio, product clearance searches and analyses, product labeling and other IP-related tasks as required.

The Patent Associate will be responsible for undertaking product clearance activities, including nucleic acid and antibody-based patent searching and analysis. In addition, PA will be expected to work with R&D (systems and assays) to identify patentable inventions and assist with patentability searching and analysis. Additional responsibilities will include assistance with drafting and prosecution activities, support of business-development licensing activities and ensuring patent statements for product labels are accurate

Competencies:
• Business Acumen - knowledgeable about current and future issues that could affect the organization
• Customer Focus - dedication to the customer and earns their trust and respect
• Dealing with Ambiguity - makes decisions and takes action without having the full picture
• Learning on the Fly - learns quickly/open to change
• Negotiating - can win concessions without jeopardizing relationships
• Organizational Agility - knows how to go through the proper channels to get things done
• Peer Relationship - cooperative, team player, trusted and supported by peers
• Planning - sets specific goals and objectives, ability to plan for the length and difficulty of assignments, ability to break down projects into specific tasks/steps
• Priority Setting - focuses on what is most important
• Problem Solving - identifies complex problems and reviews related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions
• Process Management - ability to simplify complex processes and to organize people and activities
• Strategic Agility - ability to create competitive and breakthrough strategies and plans
• Timely Decision Making - decisions can be made quickly even under tight deadlines and pressure
• Written Communications - effectively communicates in writing

Required Education/Training:
• M.Sc or Ph.D in Molecular Biology or related Field
• Patent Agent Registration required (US and/or Canada)

Required Certifications/License/Special Skills:
• Proven time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize
• Reliable and dependable
• Strong logic and analytical skills
• Excellent language skills
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to efficiently identify client needs
• Ability to integrate technical and legal knowledge to provide guidance to scientific and management teams
• Ability to work on multidisciplinary teams

Required Work Experience:
• Between 3-6 years in patent prosecution, preferably in a variety of technology areas
• Proven experience in patentability searches and analyses
• Proven experience in freedom-to-operate searches and analyses
• In-house experience considered a Bonus

Working Conditions:
• Must work onsite at Luminex office at least 90% of the time
• Travel may be required approximately 10% of the time
• International travel may be required approximately 5% of the time
• Possible exposure to biological or chemical hazard, extensive noise and/or working with laser
• Work situations include dealing with people; working alone; making judgments and decisions; and directing, controlling or planning the activity of others

Physical Requirements:
• Lifting/Use of Strength is Sedentary (up to 10 pounds)
• Climbing on the job is required: Never
• Kneeling on the job is required: Never
• Reaching on the job is required: Never
• Stooping on the job is required: Never
• Vision (Colour) on the job is required: Occasionally - up to 33% of the time

Contact:
Apply online at: http://hire.jobvite.com/j/?aj=oX0mWfwZ&s=Patently-O_Jobs.

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: Austin, Texas

Patent Associate – Law Firm – Washington, DC

May 4, 2012- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

North Star IP is currently seeking a patent prosecution “Associate I” and “Associate II,” both with 3 to 4+ years of prosecution experience. Our arts are concentrated on the electrical, wireless, software, and medical areas. We look for a background in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science. However, we will also consider other Engineering disciplines with experience in handling electrical/electro-mechanical arts.

Attorney – Law Firm – Reston, Va.

May 3, 2012- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Finnegan's Reston, VA office is seeking lawyers with a background in electrical technologies (semiconductor, telecom, computer or electrical engineering) and 1 to 3 years experience in patent prosecution and/or litigation. Our compensation package includes competitive salaries and excellent benefits.

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Cleveland, Ohio

May 3, 2012- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Work - Patent Prosecution

Tarolli, Sundheim, Covell & Tummino LLP seeks a patent attorney with at least four years of patent preparation/prosecution experience and a chemical or biochemical background. Advanced degree and pharmaceutical and/or life science experience is required. OH bar is preferred, but not required. Transportable business is a plus, but not required. Compensation commensurate with previous experience and demonstrated abilities. Comprehensive benefits package is offered.

IP Associate – Law Firm – Washington, DC

May 2, 2012- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

The Washington, DC office of Dickstein Shapiro LLP has an immediate need for two (2) Intellectual Property Associates. The ideal candidate will have 2-5 years of patent prosecution and patent litigation experience. Degree in Electrical Engineering required. Strong academic record, excellent writing and analytical skills required. Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

Patent Agent – Other – Austin, Texas

May 1, 2012- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Midwest, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Agent

Tokyo Electron U.S. Holdings, Inc. (TEH), the corporate headquarters entity for TEL in the United States, is seeking a patent attorney. TEH provides shared services support for six TEL subsidiaries located in the United States. The people who power TEH are a group of dedicated professionals committed to the success of our employees and customers.

Responsibilities:
• Works with engineers and scientists to extract their inventions and assists them in Invention Disclosure preparation
• Works with Patent Evaluation Committees to evaluate inventions for patent protection
• Conducts prior art search and evaluates prior art for patentability of inventions
• Drafts, files and prosecutes patent applications directly at USPTO
• Manages prosecution of patent applications through external IP law firms
• Works with Patent Evaluation Committees to decide on maintenance of US patents
• Files PCT patent applications directly at USPTO
• Files and manages prosecution of foreign national patent applications through associate foreign patent attorneys
• Works with Patent Evaluation Committees on foreign filing and foreign patent maintenance decisions
• Leads, participates or assists in Due Diligence assignments
• Leads, participates or assists in freedom-to-operate, validity and non-infringement analysis
• Participates in training engineers and scientists in patent law and procedures

Requirements:
• Patent Agent or Patent Attorney with 5 years of direct experience in patent application preparation, filing and prosecution (USPTO Registration Number is required, in case of Patent Attorney JD is also required)
• Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering (Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering is preferred)
• Proven and demonstrable ability to efficiently and independently prepare, file and prosecute patent applications,
• Through knowledge of U.S. patent law as applied to patent prosecution (knowledge of patent laws of JP, KR and CN is a plus)

Contact:
Apply by emailing: careers@us.tel.com.

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Other
Job Location: Austin, Texas

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Buffalo, N.Y.

May 1, 2012- US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Southfield, Mich.

April 30, 2012- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Attorney – Law Firm – Middletown, Connecticut

April 27, 2012- US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Patent Prosecution Associate Attorney – Law Firm – Palo Alto, Calif.

April 24, 2012- US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Any / Other, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

The Palo Alto office of Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton is seeking a mid-level associate for its patent practice; a Class of 2008 or 2009 law school graduate is preferred. The candidate will be located, full-time, in our Palo Alto office (no splitting time between other Sheppard Mullin offices). Electrical engineering or computer science degree, California bar and patent bar are required. The associate will have significant responsibility and daily client contact. Networking is expected and the associate's efforts will be supported by senior lawyers in the practice. Candidate should have high grades from a nationally ranked law school.

Patent Paralegal – Law Firm – Princeton, N.J.

April 20, 2012- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Work - Paralegal / Legal Secretary

Kacvinsky Daisak, PLLC is currently seeking an experienced Intellectual Property paralegal. The ideal candidate should possess a deep working knowledge of US and foreign patent & trademark prosecution procedures. Additional strengths should include the ability to manage and maintain a patent and trademark docket across multiple clients and attorneys. Previous experience with FoundationIP is a plus. A candidate must be able to manage their time well, and work independently with minimal supervision.

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Atlanta, Ga.

April 18, 2012- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Brient Intellectual Property Law, an IP boutique based in Alpharetta, GA (a suburb of Atlanta) is seeking a patent attorney to join its practice. The successful candidate will have experience preparing and prosecuting computer science, mechanical and/or business method patent applications. Experience preparing infringement and validity opinions is also desirable. An undergraduate or graduate degree in engineering or computer science is required for this position.

Trademark and IP Counsel – Large Corporation – Addison, Texas

April 17, 2012- US - Northeast, - US - Southwest, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Any / Other, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate

Mary Kay is seeking a Trademark and IP Counsel to work in its Addison, Texas, offices. Responsible for working with the Intellectual Property (IP) team to help manage all aspects of Mary Kay’s global trademark portfolio, trademark/IP counseling and education, copyright matters, domain name and Internet enforcement, and trademark enforcement, including anti-counterfeiting. Assist with management of the global patent portfolio, including responsibility for prosecuting global design patents. Works with the Legal group and business clients to provide advice, counseling and assistance on various IP related matters, both domestically and internationally, and prepares relevant contracts, reports and legal analysis.

Patent Researcher – Small Corporation – Chicago, Ill.

April 16, 2012- US - Midwest, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Paralegal / Legal Secretary

Red Chalk seeks a patent researcher to join our team that has a strong ability to assess and analyze the best way to approach a project. We seek candidates with a broad set of experience and knowledge working in multiple industries. However, candidates applying for this position should have previous experience or extensive knowledge in one or more of the following areas:

• Computer networking
• Computer vision and image processing
• Cryptography/Encryption
• Display/pixel technology
• GPS/satellite positioning
• MEMS
• NANO
• Wireless networking

Other strong science, technology and/or engineering backgrounds: biology, chemistry, mechanical
The Patent Researcher will research invention concepts using a variety of databases and compile formal search reports to demonstrate findings to clients. A majority of work requires in-depth reading, writing and working on computers.

Responsibilities:
• Quickly review to gain an understanding of technical aspects of client inventions and/or technical search concepts
• Create research strategies that best utilize time and resources when executed
• Perform extensive database research
• Review, gather and analyze technical literature
• Report research findings in a timely and high-quality manner
• Continuously and concisely learn, interpret, comprehend, retain and apply technical abilities

Requirements:
• Previous patent examining or patent searching experience preferred
• A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree, in Engineering, (e.g., Electrical, Telecommunications) or equivalent experience is required
• Enjoy an ongoing learning and computer-based environment that is dedicated to delivering quality end-products
• Be a self-starter while striving for timely results; this is a distinctive opportunity for one to grow with a high-performing firm
• Proactively, confidently and effectively communicates (written and verbal) with team members and clients
• Thrive in ambiguity with a passion for continuous learning; will put that knowledge to use in delivering swift results to meet client deadlines
• Quick ability to redirect focus on new priorities manages time with good organizational skills

Contact:
To apply for consideration, please email your resume to our Recruiter, Kristen Rettig at Krettig@redchalk.com.

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: Chicago, Illinois

Red Chalk Group is an established professional services firm focusing on intellectual property consulting, transactions, litigation support, investment research, and proprietary enhanced data. Our firm delivers technology valuation, industry & competitive analysis, merger & acquisition/investment support, licensing & commercialization support, and IP transaction services. Red Chalk Group has helped business leaders address their greatest challenges related to Intellectual Property by focusing on IP issues and opportunities at the most senior levels.

Utilizing its network of PhD level subject matter experts and analysts as well as its proprietary databases and tools, Red Chalk Group provides industry-leading capabilities and resources to its clients. Our clients include many of the Fortune 100 as well as leading investment banking and money management institutions. We are building our capabilities in Chicago and the Bay area to support our ongoing growth. We are headquartered in Chicago with additional offices in Munich, Germany and Tokyo, Japan.

To learn more about Red Chalk Group, please visit our website at www.redchalk.com.

Associate – Law Firm – New York, N.Y.

April 16, 2012- US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Any / Other, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Stroock’s full-service Intellectual Property practice combines legal excellence and business-minded counsel to give clients an edge in developing, protecting and monetizing their intellectual property assets. Stroock’s clients benefit from the resources of a national law firm as well as the strategic advice and scientific knowledge of an intellectual property boutique. The firm’s comprehensive practice advises on patent, copyright, trademark and trade secrets matters in the U.S. and overseas.

Patent Counsel – Large Corporation – San Diego, Calif.

April 13, 2012- US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - Southwest, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Prosecution

Qualcomm is looking for talented and motivated Patent Attorneys to apply their technical, communication, and legal skills working with engineers and business units in a team environment with the goal of developing high quality, high value US and international patents. The Patent Attorney will be required to understand the technology, business plans, product roadmaps, and domestic and international patent laws, and to work in a cooperative atmosphere to achieve this goal.

The candidate should be motivated, demonstrate initiative, and possess strong technical, legal, and interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a team environment. Engineering and law firm experience a plus. 3+ years experience in preparing and prosecuting US and international patent applications are required. The candidate must be registered to practice before the USPTO and admitted to the Bar of at least one state. The candidates technical skills should be focused in Electrical Engineering and/or Computer Science. Writing samples will be requested.

The candidate will be required to work closely with engineering and/or business units to understand how their intellectual property provides benefit to Qualcomm and provide quality patent legal advice resulting in a high quality patents.

Other responsibilities include understanding the technology being supported, evaluating inventions for patentability and value, leading patent review boards, working with US and international counsel to ensure high quality patents, and evaluating the impact of prior art searches.

JD degree, USPTO registration, and at least one state bar registration is required. A Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science is preferred.

Contact:
Interested applicants can apply online at: https://jobs.qualcomm.com/public/jobDetails.xhtml?requisitionId=1831841&page=jobSearch.

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Large Organization
Job Location: San Diego, California

Qualcomm, a world leader in the development of wireless technology and products, relies on its valuable patent portfolio to generate substantial revenue. As the company continues to invest heavily in research and development and our product lines continue to expand, the need to protect our intellectual property continues to grow.

IP Counsel – Small Corporation – Seattle, Wash.

April 13, 2012- US - Northwest, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Prosecution

Emergent BioSolutions is seeking an IP Counsel for its Seattle, Wash., office. The principal responsibility of this IP Counsel is to (1) manage and oversee the development of patent portfolios covering biotherapeutic product candidates for oncology and other indications in the company’s pipeline, and (2) provide client and business counseling on IP risk management including clearance searches.