Patent Attorney – Large Corporation – Davis, Calif.

Novozymes, Novozymesa biotech-based world leader in enzymes and microorganisms is seeking a registered patent attorney for our Davis, CA based Research and Development site.

The candidate will be responsible for conducting various aspects of Novozymes’ intellectual property activities. The vast majority of the IP responsibilities are patent-related primarily in the area of patent preparation and prosecution; as well as work on opinions and assessments. The Patent Attorney will foster a strong collaborative working relationship with scientists at Novozymes.

Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have a solid education in science. Technical background in molecular biology and protein chemistry is desired. The successful candidate will possess a JD degree, be registered to practice before the USPTO and have membership in a state bar (CA preferred). Must have a minimum of 5 years experience in patent application preparation and prosecution, opinion studies, and licensing in the biotechnology art. Previous experience within the biotechnology field is particularly relevant.

Contact
Apply online at: www.novozymes.com/careers. The application deadline is 7/31/2014. Novozymes, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex or national origin.

Additional Info
Job Location: Davis, California

Rethink tomorrow Novozymes is the world leader in bioinnovation. Together with customers across a broad array of industries we create tomorrow’s industrial biosolutions, improving our customers' business, and the use of our planet's resources. With over 700 products used in 130 countries, Novozymes’ bioinnovations improve industrial performance and safeguard the world’s resources by offering superior and sustainable solutions for tomorrow’s ever-changing marketplace. In Novozymes we’re working on some of the world’s biggest challenges. We have set out to improve the world around us by reducing CO2 and preserving our planet’s resources. If you want to be part of this, join our global team to make a real difference.