Patent Engineer – Corporation – Remote

January 10, 2026- US - Telecommute, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Any / Other, Technical Drafting

All Turtles Corporation is seeking a Patent Engineer to work remotely. This role focuses on technical drafting and invention description. It does not involve prior art searching, patentability analysis, claim drafting, or legal decision-making.

Senior Patent Attorney– Pharmaceuticals, Small Molecule – Corporation – Gaithersburg, Maryland

January 8, 2026- US - Northeast, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Attorney, Work - Other Patent

At AstraZeneca, we turn ideas into life-changing medicines. Working here means being entrepreneurial, thinking big and working together with the utmost integrity to make the impossible a reality. We’re passionate about the potential of science to address the unmet needs of patients around the world. We commit to those areas where we believe we can really change the course of medicine and bring big new ideas to life!

We are looking for a Senior Patent Attorney with experience in drafting and prosecution of pharmaceutical products to join our Global IP team and help turn those ideas into reality. This is a great opportunity to join a world-class in-house IP team in a leading biopharmaceutical company where you will play a vital role in protecting AstraZeneca’s fantastic pipeline. Taking on a role that bridges science and legal practice, you’ll be a global business IP advisor and will work closely with our scientists and global project teams to build and manage complex patent portfolios to protect our exciting pharmaceutical assets (including small molecules and other modalities) and innovations across R&D. As a U.S. Patent Attorney you will prosecute directly before the USPTO and partner with colleagues in the Global IP team as well as external legal counsel to obtain patents globally. Working in-house, you will keep up to date with emerging legal and pharma developments to help set and implement the global IP strategy in your area in collaboration with the Assistant General Counsel.

Typical Accountabilities:

Independently lead all aspects of build, maintenance, and defense of specific patent portfolios
Identifying and managing all associated IP risks for your projects- presenting them to IP, legal and business teams
Actively counsel members of Research & Development organizations to identify new inventions as well as devise and implement strategies for patent protection over the extended drug development life cycle
Build and implement global strategic approaches toward building patent portfolios and contributing to increased business value
Prepare and prosecute patent applications worldwide including effectively managing outside counsel as needed
Lead all aspects of large intellectual property estates in AstraZeneca's core and opportunistic therapeutic areas
Evaluate and monitor patent portfolios of third parties
Develop and communicate IP guidance to partners across the business, including within R&D, Business Development, commercial and legal
Review and analyze license agreements and other contracts
Provide IP and technical analysis in support of patent litigation
Managing external spend to meet budget targets
You may also work on business development deals or coordinate our response to legal changes in a particular country or region

Essential for the role:

U.S. Patent Attorney who can practice before the USPTO with previous experience handling pharmaceutical patent portfolios
Bachelor's Degree in chemistry, biochemistry or related science
4+ years of relevant experience in life science patent prosecution
Strong core chemical/small molecule pharmaceutical patent prosecution skills and ability to independently lead patent dockets and portfolios in multiple markets and jurisdictions

Desirable for the role:

Education to Ph.D. level or equivalent, and/or several years of laboratory experience in the relevant scientific area
Experience in the biotech and/or pharmaceutical industry
Combined law firm experience and in house experience, preferably at a global organization
Experience in leading external service providers
First-hand experience of IP-related litigation
High level of integrity and motivation, ability to work independently
Ability to balance multiple tasks and projects with constantly evolving priorities
Ability to be an enterprise leader for the organization

Office Working Requirements:

When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That’s why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn’t mean we’re not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.

The annual base pay for this position ranges from $174,009.60 - 261,014.40 USD. Our positions offer eligibility for various incentives—an opportunity to receive short-term incentive bonuses, equity-based awards for salaried roles and commissions for sales roles. Benefits offered include qualified retirement programs, paid time off (i.e., vacation, holiday, and leaves), as well as health, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans.

Apply online at:
https://astrazeneca.eightfold.ai/careers/job/563877686642385

Please include resume sharing your experience related to prosecution within the pharmaceutical industry

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Gaithersburg, Maryland

Director, Patents– Pharmaceuticals – Corporation – Gaithersburg, Maryland

January 8, 2026- US - Northeast, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Chemical / Pharma

We are looking for a Patent Director with significant experience in building IP portfolios which protect pharmaceutical products to join our Global IP team. This is a great opportunity to join a world-class in-house IP team in a leading biopharmaceutical company where you will play a vital role in protecting AstraZeneca’s fantastic pipeline. Taking on a role that bridges science and legal practice, you’ll be a global business IP advisor and will work closely with our scientists and global project teams to build and manage complex patent portfolios to protect our exciting pharmaceutical assets (including small molecules and other modalities) and innovations across R&D.

As a qualified US patent attorney, you will prosecute directly before the USPTO and partner with colleagues in the Global IP team as well as external legal counsel to obtain and defend patents globally.  Working in-house, you will keep up to date with emerging legal and pharma developments to help set and implement the global IP strategy in your area in collaboration with the Assistant General Counsel.

What you'll do:

Independently lead all aspects of build, maintenance and defense of specific patent portfolios
Actively counsel members of Research & Development organizations to identify new inventions as well as devise and implement strategies for patent protection over the extended drug development life cycle
Build and implement global strategic approaches toward building patent portfolios and contributing to increased business value
Prepare and prosecute patent applications worldwide including effectively managing outside counsel as needed
Lead all aspects of large intellectual property estates in AstraZeneca's core and opportunistic therapeutic areas
Evaluate and monitor patent portfolios of third parties
Develop and communicate IP guidance to partners across the business, including within R&D, Business Development, commercial and legal
Review and analyze license agreements and other contracts
Provide IP and technical analysis in support of patent litigation and oppositions
Identifying and managing all associated IP risks for your project – presenting them to IP, legal and business teams. You’ll craft strategies for the filing, prosecution, maintenance and defense of patents in your portfolio against third-party challenges.
Managing external spend to meet budget targets
You may also work on business development deals or coordinate our response to legal changes in a particular country or region

Essential for the role:

Qualified US patent attorney, with previous experience of handling pharmaceutical patent portfolios
Bachelors degree or equivalent in Chemistry
At least 7 years of relevant experience in life science patent prosecution with global portfolios
Strong core chemical/small molecule pharmaceutical patent prosecution skills and ability to independently lead patent dockets and portfolios in multiple markets and jurisdictions
Strong communication skills
Ability to be an enterprise leader for the organization
High level of integrity and motivation, ability to work independently
Ability to balance multiple tasks and projects with constantly evolving priorities

Desirable for the role:

Education to Ph.D. level or equivalent, and/or several years of laboratory experience in the relevant scientific area
Experience in the biotech and/or pharmaceutical industry
Combined in-house and law firm experience preferred
Experience in leading external service providers
First-hand experience of IP-related litigation

Apply online at:
https://astrazeneca.eightfold.ai/careers/job/563877686643014

Please include your updated resume that highlights your patent prosecution experience within the pharmaceutical industry

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Gaithersburg, Maryland

General Manager – VIREN (Compliance Vertical) – Corporation – Remote

July 20, 2025- US - Telecommute, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Work - Licensing / Other Corporate

Axyde is seeking a high-agency, strategy-driven operator to serve as the first General Manager (GM) in our commercial IP federation — starting with VIREN, our flagship compliance architecture.

Patent Principal Counsel – Large Corporation – Los Gatos or Los Angeles, California

April 22, 2025Emp - Corporate (in-house), Work - Patent Prosecution

Netflix is one of the world's leading entertainment services, with 283 million paid memberships in over 190 countries enjoying TV series, films and games across a wide variety of genres and languages. Members can play, pause and resume watching as much as they want, anytime, anywhere, and can change their plans at any time.

We are looking for an experienced patent attorney to join our group and partner closely with our engineering teams responsible for providing innovative features and delivery models for streaming and gaming services that delight our members around the world. In this role, you will help protect our innovation by providing practical intellectual property counseling on topics such as patents, publications, trade secrets, and open source. You will be developing the patent portfolio strategy by understanding our business, working with our engineers, making filing decisions, and partnering with our law firms to prosecute our patent assets.

Requirements:

10+ years of overall patent prosecution experience, with at least 4+ years of in-house experience.
Admission to the USPTO Bar and membership in good standing in at least one State Bar.
Experience in strategically building patent portfolios, counseling engineers, harvesting innovations, and collaborating with outside counsel to prosecute patents.
Curiosity and excitement to figure out how technology works.
Highly value being part of a diverse and inclusive team.
Creative problem-solving skills.
Ability to embrace ambiguity and demonstrate flexibility.
Enjoy working in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

Our compensation structure consists solely of an annual salary; we do not have bonuses. You choose each year how much of your compensation you want in salary versus stock options. To determine your personal top-of-market compensation, we rely on market indicators and consider your specific job family, background, skills, and experience to determine your compensation in the market range. The range for this role is $400,000-630,000.

Netflix provides comprehensive benefits including Health Plans, Mental Health support, a 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match, Stock Option Program, Disability Programs, Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts, Family-forming benefits, and Life and Serious Injury Benefits. We also offer paid leave of absence programs. Full-time hourly employees accrue 35 days annually for paid time off to be used for vacation, holidays, and sick paid time off. Full-time salaried employees are immediately entitled to flexible time off. See more detail about our Benefits here.

Netflix is a unique culture and environment. Learn more here.

Inclusion is a Netflix value and we strive to host a meaningful interview experience for all candidates. If you want an accommodation/adjustment for a disability or any other reason during the hiring process, please send a request to your recruiting partner.

We are an equal-opportunity employer and celebrate diversity, recognizing that diversity builds stronger teams. We approach diversity and inclusion seriously and thoughtfully. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, caste, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic makeup, marital status, or military service.

Apply online at:
https://explore.jobs.netflix.net/careers?query=Patent%20Principal%20Counsel&utm_source=Netflix+Careersite

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Los Gatos or Los Angeles, California

Intellectual Property Paralegal – Corporation – Anderson, SC

September 24, 2024- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Work - Paralegal / Legal Secretary

TTI Consumer Power Tools, Inc. has an opening in its growing Anderson, SC headquarters for an IP Paralegal. This individual would report to the Director of IP & Assistant General Counsel and provide professional and administrative support to the organization's Intellectual Property and Legal Departments. This position is hybrid and would require 2-3 days on-site at the Anderson campus.

Job Summary & Responsibilities:

Provide legal and administrative support to TTI’s patent attorneys, including:
- managing and maintaining electronic files relating to patent procurement, freedom to operate investigations, and patent controversies and litigation;
- conducting legal research relating to processes and procedures within the United States Patent and Trademark Office, status and information for lawsuits and USPTO proceedings, and markets and products relevant to TTI;
- communicating and interacting with legal, business, and engineering team members, outside counsels, and state and federal agencies;
- managing payment of annuities and maintenance fees; and
- generating reports using billing, asset, and case management software.
Provide legal and administrative support to TTI’s trademark attorneys, including:
- managing and maintaining electronic files relating to trademark procurement, availability investigations, oppositions, and trademark controversies and litigation;
- conducting trademark searching and providing registrability and availability analysis;
- conducting legal research relating to processes and procedures within the United States Patent and Trademark Office, status and information for lawsuits and USPTO proceedings, and markets and products relevant to TTI;
- communicating and interacting with legal, business, and marketing team members, outside counsels, and state and federal agencies;
- managing elements of trademark prosecution; and
- generating reports using billing, asset, and case management software.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s or Associate’s Degree.
Paralegal Certification.
4-6 years of IP Paralegal Experience in a Law Firm and/or Corporate Setting.
Proficient Skills in Microsoft Office, Anaqua, Legal Tracker, and Coresearch (or equivalent software).
Ability to Autonomously Manage and Prioritize Multiple Tasks and Projects in a Fast-Paced Environment.
Proficient Time Management and Organizational Skills.
Ability to Work Well and Effectively in a Team Environment.
Proficient Written and Verbal Communication and Advocacy Skills.
Self-Motivated and Willing to Take Ownership of Work.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Anderson, SC

Intellectual Property Counsel – Corporation – Boston, MA or Pittsburgh, PA (Hybrid Capability Required)

August 27, 2024- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Intellectual Property, Work - Patent Prosecution

Motional, a small corporation, is seeking a talented Intellectual Property Counsel with experience in preparing and prosecuting patent applications to maintain and enhance our IP portfolio. Motional is at the forefront of autonomous vehicle technology, dedicated to making transportation safer, more efficient, and more accessible. With a commitment to our core values – Win Together, Safety as Our Bedrock, Build for Everyone, Be Everyone, Take Ownership, and Deliver the Future – we are driving the future of mobility.

Intellectual Property Counsel – Corporation – Columbia, MO (remote possible)

April 3, 2024- US - Midwest, - US - Telecommute, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Admin, Work - Copyright, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution, Work - Trademark

EquipmentShare, a large corporation, is seeking an Intellectual Property Counsel to work in Columbia, MO (remote possible).

Primary Responsibilities:

Coordinate with outside counsel on various IP matters involving copyrights, patents, trademarks, and trade secrets
Advise and counsel employees in the product development teams regarding legal compliance and risk management
Advise and counsel employees on various marketing-related matters, including name-logo-slogan approval, waivers, contest language, website copy and disclaimers, etc.
Draft, negotiate, interpret, and advise employees on IP-related agreements (license agreements, joint development agreements, invention disclosures, etc.)
Negotiate, interpret, and advise employees on IP provisions in commercial agreements, such as manufacturing, SaaS, and supply agreements
Work with outside counsel to evaluate inventions to determine patentability and draft, file, and prosecute patent applications before the USPTO and foreign counterparts
Work with the relevant stakeholders to develop and write policies such as open source policy, AI policy, etc.

Skills & Qualifications:

Juris Doctor degree
Requires membership in a State Bar as an attorney qualified to practice law in the State and must remain in good standing with the State Bar including being current on any applicable Continuing Legal Education requirements
Must have 5+ years of experience as an IP attorney, including experience with counseling clients on business aspects of IP matters, with in-house experience highly preferred
Ability to operate with significant independence
-Ability to interact with people at all levels of the organization and interface effectively with leadership, internal business partners, and external partners, such as outside counsel
Ability to thrive in a high-pressure, fast-paced work environment with strict deadlines
Adaptable to growth and changes in the organization, role, and systems
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Strong time management skills
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate legal strategies and courses of action
Exceptional presentation and negotiating skills
Ability to perform complex tasks and to prioritize multiple projects

Apply online at:
https://www.equipmentshare.com/careers/openings/5856108/intellectual-property-counsel-at-columbia-mo-corporate?requestId=7886a3c2-318f-4873-8468-abd2cd92608d%3AAPAb7ITXiQMWFKLr9HwsX8n309VJcwaABA%3D%3D

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Columbia, MO (remote possible)

Director, IP Development – Large Corporation – Phoenix, AZ

December 21, 2023Emp - Corporate (in-house), Work - Patent Litigation

Onsemi, a large corporation, is seeking an IP Development Director to work in Phoenix, AZ

IP Licensing and Litigation Counsel – Corporation – Phoenix, AZ

December 21, 2023Emp - Corporate (in-house), Work - Patent Litigation

Onsemi, a large corporation, is seeking an IP Licensing and Litigation Counsel to work in Phoenix, AZ

Senior Patent Agent – Corporation – San Jose, CA (hybrid)

November 7, 2023- US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech

Takara Bio USA, Inc., a small corporation, is seeking a Senior Patent Agent to work in San Jose, CA

Roles and Responsibilities:

Primary responsibility for managing communications with outside counsel; taking the lead in providing guidance to counsel on the preparation and prosecution of domestic and foreign patent applications so as to best match claims to our products and strategy.
Works with R&D to assess patentability of new inventions; assist in drafting and reviewing related invention disclosures and drafting provisional patent applications.
Review and prepare freedom-to-operate opinions on 3rd party IP in collaboration with outside counsel, as necessary. Undertakes proactive reviews, where necessary.
Responsible for assigning products to relevant licenses for royalty reporting purposes.
Actively guide senior management in evaluating licensing and business transactions based on review of relevant IP.
Proposes strategies for developing the Company’s patent portfolio based on strong understanding of the Company’s technologies and those of its competitors.
Provide periodic training to Company employees regarding the protection of intellectual property.
Maintain knowledge of relevant laws, regulations or statutes affecting the Company’s intellectual property.
Proposes IP expenditure budgets, based on agreed strategy. Assist in managing expenses to budget.
This position may have supervisory responsibilities.A Ph.D. in a life-science discipline required; molecular biology and NGS experience preferred.
Must be a USPTO registered Patent Agent.
A minimum of 6 years’ experience preparing and prosecuting patent applications and conducting patentability and freedom-to-operate searches both at a law firm and within a company environment.
Demonstrated ability to lead IP reviews with key internal stakeholders.
Ability to suggest strategies for internal IP based on understanding of external IP and company’s technology position in the market.
Skilled in preparing, filing, and prosecuting domestic and foreign patent applications.
Strong advocacy skills in connection with patent prosecution.
Proven ability to handle multiple projects and effectively manage priorities so as to meet tight deadlines.
Independent and self-motivated, with a strong sense of urgency and ability to drive a project to completion.
Excellent oral and written communication skills – must be able to communicate clearly both within the organization and externally to drive projects forward.
Highly effective analytical and problem-solving skills, including excellent attention to detail.
Collaborative personality with strong interpersonal skills.
Must be fluent in written and spoken English.
Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Excel and Word.

Apply online at:
https://jobapply.page.link/ZiK5L

Additional Info
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: San Jose, CA (hybrid)

Patent Attorney or Agent / Senior Patent Attorney or Agent, Wireless Communications – Corporation – Reston, VA

October 30, 2023Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Attorney, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Ofinno is a leading research and development lab for 5G/6G, Next-Gen Wi-Fi, and video compression technologies. Home to some of the world’s most prolific inventors, Ofinno helps companies stay ahead of the technological curve by outsourcing their R&D from ideation to delivery.

We are growing rapidly, and we need hard-working people to keep our enterprise at the leading edge of innovation. Our legal team works shoulder-to-shoulder with the technology team, from the conception of a new idea until the moment the patent is received. The end result is an industry-recognized portfolio, with global reach, at the core of next-generation tech.

Cross-training is what separates Ofinno from other R&D labs. We challenge our attorneys and agents to master the technical concepts underlying our inventors’ ideas. At the same time, our legal team is expected to educate our inventors on the legal aspects of intellectual property. Ofinno’s culture of mutual learning and collaboration is unique among R&D labs, and absolutely can not be duplicated at a law firm.

Job Description:

The open position is for a Patent Attorney. Ofinno has a similar position for a Patent Agent. Depending on skills and experience, the applicant may be considered for a role as Senior Patent Attorney or Senior Patent Agent.
The Patent Attorney will report to the IP Director for 5G/6G at our offices in Reston, Virginia. The Patent Attorney’s primary responsibility is to prosecute patent applications, including patents for standard-essential technologies in the 5G/6G technology area.

Ofinno relies on our tech experts to help interpret the cited art and identify distinctions. Our legal team is able to focus on crafting persuasive arguments, which helps Ofinno to obtain quality patents on a compact schedule. Ofinno’s patent portfolio has global reach, and our legal team is responsible for coordinating prosecution strategies across multiple global jurisdictions.

Other responsibilities include:

Reviewing patent applications
Assisting with drafting of specifications, figures, and claims
Assisting with filings and payments of fees
Searching prior art for relevant subject matter
Helping to prepare client presentations

Qualifications:
To fill the role of Patent Attorney, Ofinno is looking for an experienced candidate who is licensed to practice before a state bar and the USPTO. The candidate has an undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science, and has experience with 4G, 5G, 6G or Wi-Fi technology. Experience with European patent practice is a plus factor.

Additional Information
Our people are our business, and it is our job to take care of you. We know you have to see it to believe it, but here are some of the perks you can count on:

Competitive salaries within the range of $120-180k for a Patent Attorney, and up to $225k for a Senior Patent Attorney, with regular opportunities for salary increase, and additional compensation based on company performance and valuation.
401(K) matching -- We help you plan and save for retirement with a 401(K) matching program that’s available on day one.
Free healthcare plans-- Ofinno covers full premiums for you are your family on select healthcare plans, including employer HSA contributions if applicable.
Free Food -- Our kitchen is always fully stocked, including lunch, protein bars, fruit, sodas, coffee and tea.
Unlimited Paid Time Off -- Our lives are enriched by family time, vacations and personal time, so we offer unlimited paid time off and sick leave.
On-campus gym -- Unwind, reduce stress and feel great – even when you’re at work.
Other benefits, too long to list -- Please discuss with our great People Ops team about additional benefits offered.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

To join Ofinno, please submit a resume, cover letter, and some writing samples to https://ofinno.com/careers/.

The writing samples preferably include: (a) a patent application that you have written in the area of 4G, 5G, 6G or Wi-Fi technology; and (b) at least one response to a USPTO or EPO Office Action. For the Office Action Response, we are particularly interested in the persuasiveness of your arguments regarding novelty and non-obviousness. We would like to see your best arguments regarding novelty or non-obviousness (for example, without relying on substantive claim amendments to overcome a rejection). Please do not provide Office Action responses that are primarily focused on 35 U.S.C. § 101 or 112.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: Reston

Patent Attorney or Agent / Senior Patent Attorney or Agent, Video Compression – Corporation – Reston, VA or Remote

October 30, 2023- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Job Description:

The Patent Attorney will report to the IP Director for Video Compression at our offices in Reston, Virginia. The position is open to remote employees, but requires substantial collaboration with team members in the US Eastern time zone and throughout Europe. Ofinno offers a relocation bonus for a candidate who moves to Reston, Virginia.

The Patent Attorney’s primary responsibility is to work with our tech team to draft patent applications, including patents for standard-essential technologies in the video compression technology area.

Other responsibilities include:

Prosecuting patent applications
Assisting with filings and payments of fees
Searching prior art for relevant subject matter
Helping to prepare client presentations

Qualifications

To fill the role of Patent Attorney, Ofinno is looking for an experienced candidate who is licensed to practice before the USPTO and/or EPO. The candidate has an undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science, and has experience with video compression technology. Experience with point-cloud compression, dynamic mesh coding, or MPEG immersive video standards is a plus factor.

Additional information
Our people are our business, and it is our job to take care of you. We know you have to see it to believe it, but here are some of the perks you can count on:

Competitive salaries within the range of $120-180k for a Patent Attorney, and up to $225k for a Senior Patent Attorney, with regular opportunities for salary increase, and additional compensation based on company performance and valuation.
401(K) matching -- We help you plan and save for retirement with a 401(K) matching program that’s available on day one.
Free healthcare plans-- Ofinno covers full premiums for you are your family on select healthcare plans, including employer HSA contributions if applicable.
Free Food -- Our kitchen is always fully stocked, including lunch, protein bars, fruit, sodas, coffee and tea.
Unlimited Paid Time Off -- Our lives are enriched by family time, vacations and personal time, so we offer unlimited paid time off and sick leave.
On-campus gym -- Unwind, reduce stress and feel great – even when you’re at work.
Other benefits, too long to list -- Please discuss with our great People Ops team about additional benefits offered.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

To join Ofinno, please submit a resume, cover letter, and some writing samples to https://ofinno.com/careers/

Do you have any special instructions for applicants, such as materials to include with their submission?
The writing samples preferably include: (a) a patent application that you have written in the area of video compression technology; and (b) at least one response to a USPTO or EPO Office Action. For the Office Action Response, we are particularly interested in the persuasiveness of your arguments regarding novelty and non-obviousness. We would like to see your best arguments regarding novelty or non-obviousness (for example, without relying on substantive claim amendments to overcome a rejection). Please do not provide Office Action responses that are primarily focused on 35 U.S.C. § 101 or 112.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: Reston, VA or Remote

Assistant General Counsel, Intellectual Property – Corporation – Menlo Park, CA

October 24, 2023- US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Intellectual Property, Tech - Biotech, Work - Intellectual Property, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

GRAIL, a small corporation, is seeking an Assistant General Counsel to work in Menlo Park, CA.

Roles and Requirements:

As the Assistant General Counsel, Intellectual Property, you will support all aspects of GRAIL’s global Intellectual Property portfolio strategy, with a focus on patent preparation and prosecution in the life sciences and bioinformatics spaces. This role is based in Menlo Park, CA requiring an on site presence of two days or more a week. This role requires periodic travel, including travel to our affiliate GRAIL location in Raleigh, NC.

You will:

Report directly to the Head of Intellectual Property and lead a team of IP professionals/attorneys to develop and implement strategic IP plans and initiatives Assist in the implementation of IP programs and strategies in line with GRAIL’s business priorities and goals, with a focus on strategic US and ex-US patent filings and prosecution.

Collaborate with research and product development teams to identify and capture high value innovation, and identify the best forms of IP protection for such innovation

Manage internal and external resources for the preparation, filing, prosecution, strategy and management of U.S. and international patent and trademark portfolios

Partner with R&D and commercial business units as an IP generalist, including monitoring and analyzing competitive intellectual property and product offerings, coordinating patent landscape searches and analyses, and supporting corporate IP awareness through IP training

Your background should include:

10+ years experience practicing international patent prosecution, with prior in-house experience preferred
Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree, admittance to California bar and in good standing, and registration to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office
Demonstrated success managing direct reports
Technical background and advanced degree in life sciences (e.g., biochemistry or molecular biology, ideally, with at least some bioinformatics and/or data science experience)
Demonstrated experience and track record of success building and maintaining a global intellectual property and patent portfolio
Experience in preparing and prosecuting domestic and international patent applications, and providing patentability, validity, and infringement assessments
Experience with global patent prosecution, patent appeals, post-grant proceedings, and European opposition proceedings
Ability to set priorities and work under pressure to meet deadlines required and to flexibly change priorities as needed
Strong ability communicate complex patent and technical issues to management
Strong organizational skills, keen attention to detail, and ability to prioritize projects
Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills

Apply online at:
https://jobs.lever.co/grailbio/59b7fdd6-95cd-4f76-aed1-2793d21cb499

Additional Info
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: Menlo Park, CA

Patent and Trademark Attorney – Corporation – Sunnyvale, CA

September 28, 2023- US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Work - Other Patent, Work - Trademark

Intuitive Surgical, a large corporation, is seeking a Patent and Trademark Attorney to work in Sunnyvale, CA.

The Patent and Trademark Attorney will be primarily responsible for managing the company's trademark assets but will also perform some amount of patent-related work. The role may require the attorney to both manage and perform direct work on many varied intellectual property and legal matters, including patent, trademark, trade secret, licensing, contract, and litigation matters. The attorney will interact daily with engineers, engineering management, clinical specialists, and marketing/branding personnel. The attorney will also manage both in-house and outside lawyers and supervise their work products to ensure that company legal and intellectual property rights are maximized.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Counsel engineers and managers about how best to protect and exploit new company intellectual property.
Evaluate benefit of patent or trade secret protection for various particular inventions.
Evaluate benefit of applying for United States and foreign patents in various markets to protect particular inventions.
Supervise preparation and prosecution of United States and foreign trademark and patent applications to ensure marks and inventions are properly protected.
Ensure trademark and patent applications are filed to meet legal department production goal deadlines by working with product managers, marketing/branding personnel, inventors, and outside lawyers.
Edit patent applications and responses to patent office actions authored by outside lawyers, both in the United States and in various foreign jurisdictions.
Personally author patent applications and responses to patent office actions.
Analyze various patents and patent portfolios owned by others.
Personally conduct and/or supervise outside lawyers’ patent searches.
Advise engineers and engineering managers on the impact of patent claims on proposed and current development work.
Support intellectual property and business litigation matters.
Counsel engineers, managers, and business units regarding trademark, patent, and trade secret matters.
Provide advice on trademark law and brand protection.
Perform clearance analysis on all potential trademarks, and support resolution of trademark disputes, including consent and coexistence agreements.
Manage US and foreign trademark prosecution and maintenance.
Track and coordinate domain name registrations and maintenance.
Work with relevant business functions to ensure appropriate use of trademarks.
Actively seek out and identify patentable subject matter.
Work with engineers and engineering managers to ensure that inventions are protected using the appropriate intellectual property protection scheme.
Draft and negotiate commercial contracts to cover a variety of commercial needs.
Joint research and technical collaboration agreements.
Intellectual property licensing agreements.
Other general commercial and intellectual property matters.
Mentor and train less senior legal team members.
Participate in and lead cross-functional projects and initiatives involving the Legal Team.
Perform in-house IP analytics using patent literature databases, advanced search and analysis software, and other available resources to assess licensing, partnering, or acquisition opportunities.
Allocate and deploy Legal resources appropriately to advance the interests of Intuitive in a cost-effectively and timely manner.

Qualifications

Skill/Job Requirements:

Juris Doctorate
Membership in the CA State Bar, preferred
Registration with United States Patent and Trademark Office
Minimum of 5 years experience total in patent and trademark application preparation and prosecution in the United States, under the Patent Cooperation
Treaty and/or Madrid Protocol, and working with non-U.S. counsels in various foreign jurisdictions, preferably with at least two years experience in each of patent and trademark practice

In addition, in order to effectively perform the responsibilities of this position, the following skills are preferred:

Eligibility for Membership in the California State Bar
Strong academic background in engineering (mechanical or electrical preferred); practical engineering experience is preferred
Patent experience in medical device industry, preferably with surgical products
Ability to visualize object relationships in three dimensions (i.e., an intuitive understanding of machine operation)
Strong interpersonal skills and be willing to work closely with various executives, managers, employees, and employee teams
Strong writing, drawing, and oral communication skills—this includes the ability to communicate in down-to-earth, practical terms
Strong contract drafting experience, including experience in general commercial matters, joint development agreements, and intellectual property matters
Ability to assess, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks within a rapidly changing environment in compliance with resource and bandwidth constraints.
Strong decision-making skill to effectively resolve issues that involve competing priorities and high-level objectives

Apply online at:
https://careers.intuitive.com/en/jobs/743999931996463/JOB5480/patent-and-trademark-attorney/

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Sunnyvale, CA

Patent Agent/IP Attorney – Corporation – Phoenix, AZ

August 4, 2023- US - Southwest, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Work - Patent Agent

ASM is seeking a Patent Agent (or IP Attorney) for a hybrid position out of our Phoenix, AZ office. This individual will be co-accountable for IP generation, security, and competitive intelligence within the framework of ASM’s Global IP Policy. The primary focus is on generating patents linked to ASM’s process and engineering activities. This includes organizing and running patent council meetings with senior management, drafting patent applications, patent searches and clearance letters, managing outsourced patent services through law firms, maintaining patent database, conducting and organizing brainstorming sessions, and reviewing relevant publications to ensure patents are filed before disclosure.

Associate Director, Senior Counsel IP (Intellectual Property) – Corporation – Duluth, GA – Hybrid

August 3, 2023- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Telecommute, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Intellectual Property

As an employee of Boehringer Ingelheim, you will actively contribute to the discovery, development, and delivery of our products to our patients and customers. Our global presence provides opportunity for all employees to collaborate internationally, offering visibility and opportunity to directly contribute to the companies' success. We realize that our strength and competitive advantage lie with our people. We support our employees in several ways to foster a healthy working environment, meaningful work, diversity and inclusion, mobility, networking, and work-life balance. Our competitive compensation and benefit programs reflect Boehringer Ingelheim's high regard for our employees.

The AD, Sr. Counsel IP (Intellectual Property) supports Boehringer Ingelheim's Animal Health global biotech patent team by providing legal services to Clients in Boehringer Ingelheim’s Animal Health division, typically at the Executive Director level and below. This level of counseling provided requires an in-depth knowledge of U.S. patent law and practice, familiarity with patent prosecution practice in Europe and other jurisdictions as well as having a sound scientific background in biotech-related life sciences. Duties for this role include preparing, filing and prosecuting patent applications in the U.S. as well as managing and coordinating the global prosecution of Boehringer Ingelheim’s patent applications.

Responsibility for this role also includes drafting and reviewing intellectual property provisions in agreements and providing patentability and freedom to operate assessments of internal and third-party intellectual property rights. In addition to one area of expertise (e.g., patents), the incumbent must have begun developing skills and acumen in an additional area of law and have a clear understanding of the Animal Health or related business environment in which legal advice is rendered. The incumbent must utilize their legal background, and strong knowledge of the business, to move the business forward by providing sound legal counsel and advice.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Prepares, usually independently, legal documents, including letters, notices, legal opinions, contracts, patent applications, administrative filings, etc.
Identifies inventions, prepares and files patent applications.
Prosecutes patent applications in the U.S. and instructs foreign agents in the prosecution of corresponding applications in their jurisdictions.
Provides advice to clients on questions related to patentability, infringement and freedom to operate of Intellectual Property (IP) rights.
Participates in IP due diligence activities for in-licensing or acquisition projects.
Participates in & supports patent oppositions and other post-grant administrative proceedings.
Influences clients by identifying and communicating risks associated with complex business activities within the IP legal area. Helps identify risks in outside lawyer's legal area; provides training and business advice to clients on legal issues within lawyer’s expertise.
Partners with clients by looking beyond immediate business issue and identifying broader business purposes.
Proactively applies legal framework to both the specific business activity and the broader business purposes.
Develops alternative legal solutions to enable the achievement of successful outcomes.
Usually leads with other in-house and outside counsel where appropriate.
Manages (directly / indirectly) assistants and other department members.
Mentors and/or trains junior attorneys, paralegals, support team and/or others in department.
Keeps current with evolving legal and business issues within area of expertise and clients.

Requirements:

Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school; at least six (6) to eight (8) years relevant legal experience; admission to at least one State bar.
A sound background and education (preferably graduate degree) in a biotech-life science field such as for example biotechnology, molecular biology, microbiology, biochemistry, immunology or vaccine research.
Must be registered to practice at the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills; demonstrates discretion and ability to maintain confidentiality of information.

Preferred:

Expert understanding of state and federal laws, regulations and policies in at least one specialized legal area.
Strong working knowledge of laws, regulations and policies in a second specialized legal area.
Ability to interpret and apply such laws, regulations and policies to inform business activities.
Ability to apply law to complex business situations.

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.
Must be willing to take a drug test and post-offer physical (if required).
Must be 18 years of age or older.

Apply online at:
https://jobs.boehringer-ingelheim.com/job/Duluth-AD-Sr_-Counsel-IP-%28-Intellectual-Property-%29-Unit/950923901/

Include a resume with your submission.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Duluth, GA - Hybrid

Patent Attorney – Corporation – Santa Monica, CA

July 27, 2023- US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech, Work - Attorney

Pushing the frontier of solid cancer therapy, Neogene Therapeutics is a global, clinical stage biotechnology company built on the premise of innovation and novel paradigm-changing science. Using tumor mutation profiles to engineer fully individualized T cell therapies, Neogene is bringing new hope to address the current limitations of treatments available today.

We offer the opportunity to join a highly dynamic biotech with locations in Amsterdam, Netherlands and in Santa Monica, CA. You can expect a collaborative environment created by a team with deep scientific expertise and an industrial track-record in T cell therapies.

Neogene values pro-active team-players who pursue their goals with dedication, endurance, and a daring mindset. If you share our commitment to make a difference to patients in need, we can provide an exciting opportunity for your career.

Position Summary:

Neogene is seeking a diverse Patent Attorney is responsible for building and supporting the IP function of the organization by the drafting and prosecution of patent applications, general IP portfolio maintenance, and providing local IP support to all U.S. based science and legal functions. Additional obligations will include supporting the broader IP function of Neogene commensurate with the experience and interest of the selected candidate. This role is based in Santa Monica, CA and directly report to the Vice President, Intellectual Property in the Netherlands.

Responsibilities:

Drafts and files patent applications in coordination with outside counsel: including first provisional and PCT applications.
Handles all aspects of ongoing patent prosecution, including formulating strategy for office action responses.
Works with science teams to identify patentable inventions and coordinate preparation of data packages.
Coordinates with parent company (AstraZeneca) on docketing and administrative matters.
Coordinates with other members of the legal team to support IP review of contract and related matters.
Works with collaborators on in-licensed patent portfolios, including the oversight of third-party filing and prosecution.
Supports due diligence activities through preparation of patent portfolio summaries and review of third-party patent portfolios.
Conducts or coordinates freedom-to-operate and landscape review activities.
Performs other duties and special projects as assigned.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

Coordinates with parent company (AstraZeneca) on all IP matters including prosecution, docketing, and administration.
Drafts and files patent applications in coordination with outside counsel: including first provisional and PCT applications.
Manages ongoing patent prosecution.
Partners with science teams to identify patentable inventions and coordinate preparation of data packages.
Coordinates with other members of the legal team to support IP review of contract and related matters.
Works with collaborators on in-licensed patent portfolios, including the oversight of third-party filing and prosecution.
Performs patent searches and initial analysis of results for patentability, landscape, and FTO.
Performs other duties and special projects as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

Familiar with USPTO services and software.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and related software.
Demonstrated experience with statistics software (preferably Prism).
Proven analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to function well in a high-paced environment.
Preferred location is LA area however remote applicants with these qualifications will be considered.
The anticipated salary range for candidates who will work in Santa Monica, CA is $170,000 to $230,000. The final salary offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and length of experience within the job type and length of experience within the industry, education, etc.

Note: At this time, Neogene is not sponsoring VISAs

At Neogene we celebrate the diversity of our employees and our leadership. Neogene is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Apply online at:
https://www.neogene.com/careers/?gh_jid=4147989101

Additional Info
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: Santa Monica, CA

Senior Ip Counsel, Wireless/Video Compression – Corporation – Northern VA

July 27, 2023- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Work - Patent Prosecution

We are growing rapidly, and we need experienced IP counsel to keep our enterprise at the leading edge of innovation. Our legal team works shoulder-to-shoulder with the technology team, from the conception of a new idea until the moment the patent is received. The end result is an industry-recognized portfolio, with global reach, at the core of next-generation tech.

Cross-training is what separates Ofinno from other R&D labs. We challenge our IP counsel to master the technical concepts underlying our inventors’ ideas. At the same time, our IP counsel are expected to educate our inventors on the legal aspects of IP. Ofinno’s culture of mutual learning and collaboration is unique among R&D labs, and absolutely can not be duplicated at a law firm.

Job Description
What you’ll be doing:

You will have responsibility for all IP needs of the business related to Ofinno’s technical team, including working closely with inventors to evaluate, draft, file, and prosecute patent applications in the United States and other jurisdictions.

Your responsibilities include:

Reviewing and drafting patent applications, including specification, figures, and claims
Making filing decisions and formulating prosecution strategies
Interviewing Examiners and responding to Office Actions
Coordinating prosecution strategies across multiple global jurisdictions and instructing foreign associates
Helping to coordinate, evaluate, and manage Ofinno’s 5G/6G, Next-Gen Wi-Fi, or Video Compression patent portfolio
Searching prior art for relevant subject matter

Qualifications
Who you are:

Licensed to practice before the USPTO
Experience with 5G, Next-Gen Wi-Fi, or Video Compression technology
Five or more years of experience drafting and prosecuting patents, managing portfolios, performing patent analysis, and developing patent strategies
Degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science
Willing and able to report to our office in Reston, Virginia, at least four days per week

Additional information:

Our people are our business, and it is our job to take care of you. We know you have to see it to believe it, but here are some of the perks you can count on:

Competitive salaries within the range of $175k - $240k for attorneys ($125k - $170k for agents), with regular opportunities for salary increase, and additional compensation based on company performance and valuation.
401(K) matching -- We help you plan and save for retirement with a 401(K) matching program that’s available on day one.
Free healthcare plans-- Ofinno covers full premiums for you are your family on select healthcare plans, including employer HSA contributions if applicable.
Free Food -- Our kitchen is always fully stocked, including lunch, protein bars, fruit, sodas, coffee and tea.
Unlimited Paid Time Off -- Our lives are enriched by family time, vacations and personal time, so we offer unlimited paid time off and sick leave.
On-campus gym -- Unwind, reduce stress and feel great – even when you’re at work.
Other benefits, too long to list -- Please discuss with our great People Ops team about additional benefits offered.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines

To join Ofinno, please submit a cover letter and some writing samples to careers@ofinno.com. The writing samples preferably include: (a) a patent application that you have written in the area of 5G/6G, Next-Gen Wi-Fi, or video compression; (b) at least one response to a USPTO or EPO Office Action. For the Office Action Response, we are particularly interested in the persuasiveness of your arguments regarding novelty and non-obviousness. Ideally, the Office Action Response includes substantive arguments with fact-based analysis of the cited art (as opposed to 101 arguments or arguments in support of newly-added features).

Additional Info
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: Northern VA

Patent Professional – Agent or Attorney (US Remote) – Corporation – Multiple Locations, Remote Work Available

July 16, 2023- US - Telecommute, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Attorney, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Motorola Solutions, Inc., a large corporation, is seeking a Patent Professional to work remotely.

The Patent Professional may be responsible for one or more of the following:

Attending and participating in patent committee review meetings,
Identifying high-value disclosures that would be additive to our existing portfolio
Working with inventors to properly capture their ideas and inventions and submitting corresponding disclosures to the proper patent committee for consideration
Participating in innovation scrubs of product and/or software releases
Writing, filing, and prosecuting patent applications in the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO) and in foreign patent offices
Securing and preparing source code and/or APIs for registration with the United States Copyright Office
Overseeing outside counsel on certain aspects of outsourced cases
Being the lead 'patent contact' for a particular business unit, including handling client training and development, understanding client business and existing patent portfolio(s), and guiding business and engineering professionals in generating high-value, high-impact assets
Working and interacting with other MSI Patent Attorneys, Agents, Engineers, and Administrative Professionals on a daily basis, both inside and outside of the PS&O group
Participating in invention mining / harvesting sessions. Some litigation / licensing support may also be periodically requested by litigation / licensing leads in the PS&O and/or Business Legal groups
Mentoring inventors with nascent ideas to help expand and develop them to meet the company’s strategic portfolio needs
Aiding in managing the current issued patent portfolio for their assigned business and the strategic focusing of that portfolio. This may include making and/or assisting with annuity decisions, foreign filing decisions, patent classifications, portfolio analysis, mining existing applications for additional coverage, competitive analysis, and identification of further strategic focus areas, among other possibilities

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience drafting, editing, and/or reviewing patent disclosures and/or patent applications in stated field(s) of expertise, including experience in a law firm or corporate law department environment
Strong organization, leadership, and communication skills to draft invention disclosures and/or draft and prosecute patent applications with high quality and efficiency
Ability to present technical materials to technical and non-technical audiences.
Great interpersonal and team-work skills.
Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
Knowledge of video processing concepts (video encoding, decoding, object identification and tracking, scene understanding, media training and machine learning, etc.), IoT concepts, software development principles (OOP, Agile Dev., etc.), programming languages (such as Python, C#, Swift), cloud development and deployment principles, networking principles, and/or telecommunications principles a plus.
Knowledge of various related technologies such as security, encryption, mixed reality, video / audio processing and analytics, access control, and/or blockchain a plus.
Demonstrated experience in successfully working in a multi-discipline legal and/or technical office and the ability to work with and across multiple legal and/or technical disciplines.
Extensive knowledge of U.S. patent laws and introduction to and/or knowledge of foreign patent laws.
Experience and/or awareness of U.S. and Int’l export control requirements and/or processes.
Prior familiarity with USPTO’s PAIR, EFS, and EPAS systems, Google Apps for Business, and/or Lecorpio preferred but not required.
Candidate may reside anywhere in the US

Basic Requirements:

Juris Doctor Degree
Undergraduate or Graduate degree in Electrical Engineering, Systems or Computer Engineering, or Computer Science or comparable field of study
6+ years of total legal and/or technical experience in the above-identified legal and technical areas
Need to be a member of the USPTO patent bar and a member of at least one state bar, both in good standing
Legal authorization to work in the U.S. indefinitely is required. Employer work permit sponsorship is not available for this position.

Travel Requirements:

Under 10%

Relocation Provided:

None

Position Type:

Experienced

Referral Payment Plan:

Yes

Our U.S. Benefits include:

Incentive Bonus Plans
Medical, Dental, Vision benefits
401K with Company Match
9 Paid Holidays
Generous Paid Time Off Packages
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Paid Parental & Family Leave
and more!

EEO Statement:

Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran's status, or, any other protected characteristic.

Apply online at:
https://motorolasolutions.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/Careers/job/Illinois-Remote-Work/Patent-Professional---Agent-or-Attorney--US-Remote-_R39375-1

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Multiple Locations, Remote Work Available