Patent Agent – Large Corporation – Raleigh, N.C.

May 20, 2015- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

The Red Hat Legal team is looking for a Patent Agent to join our Intellectual Property team at our corporate headquarters in Raleigh, N.C. The primary focus of this role will be to ensure that Red Hat files and prosecutes top-quality, strategic patent applications. You will interface with Red Hat engineers and developers to generate strategic invention disclosures, and assist in managing the quality of patent prosecution work and other patent-related projects performed by outside counsel.

Primary Responsibilities

Assist senior patent counsel in managing day-to-day operations of Red Hat’s patent program for inventors, including directing outside the counsel's preparation and prosecution of patent applications, and reviewing draft applications, office action responses, and other prosecution documents
Contribute to Red Hat’s patent-related intranet sites and educational efforts, as well encourage employee participation through training and employee meetings
Work with Red Hat inventors to develop strategic invention disclosures
Participate in the Red Hat patent committee to review disclosures and make filing decisions
Assist other Red Hat intellectual property group members with reviewing patent acquisition opportunities, analyzing defensive capabilities of Red Hat’s patent portfolio, and supporting important third-party patent-related alliances
Assist with ongoing litigation as needed, as well as patent assurance, patent licensing, and M&A due diligence

Required skills/Experience

5+ years of relevant experience in all aspects of patent prosecution practice
Some in-house patent and technical experience is preferred
Technical background in software, like a bachelor's degree in computer science or electrical and computer engineering, or programming experience
Excellent academic credentials from a top-tier college
Registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office

Contact
To apply, please visit this link: http://jobs.redhat.com/jobs/descriptions/patent-agent-raleigh-north-carolina-job-1-5366071.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Raleigh, North Carolina

At Red Hat, we connect an innovative community of customers, partners, and contributors to deliver an open source stack of trusted, high-performing technologies that solve business problems. We're a billion dollar S&P 500 company offering solutions from Linux to middleware, storage to cloud, together with award-winning global customer support, consulting, and implementation services.

Patent Engineer – Small Corporation – San Francisco, Calif.

May 18, 2015- US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Electrical

RPX is seeking an experience individual to contribute to the growth of the Patent Analysis team. In this role, the Patent Engineer, Software and Media will assess and quantify software patent-based risk. This individual will use industry experience to evaluate patents for the purpose of providing patent intelligence to support Company initiatives, including, defensive buying, acquisition syndication (for large portfolios), and advisory services. The Patent Engineer, Software and Media must possess a broad knowledge of software technology, spanning Internet, Digital Media, SaaS, Consumer, and Enterprise. Previous experience with patents, prosecution, or litigation viewed favorably. This individual reports directly to the Director, Patent Analysis.

Role
Supports RPX’s business model by identifying meaningful patents for our clients and succinctly communicating those findings to help the Company make informed decisions by:

Reviewing patent claims and other materials to determine basis for possible infringement disputes
Exploring relevant market(s) to assess technology use
Researching prior related disclosures/commercial efforts to assess novelty of invention
Identifying and locating written evidence for specific innovations that occurred prior to the filing of a patent
Coordinating with external subject matter and enforcement experts
Communicating patent analysis findings to relevant internal and external clients

Education/Experience Required

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field
Minimum of 3 years’ experience in technical or engineering role in the software industry, with some experience writing code

Required Competencies

Ability to learn legal concepts related to patent prosecution and valuation
Ability to identify the software domains to which a patent claim relates
Knowledgeable of companies in software domains and the products produced by these companies
Ability to use critical thinking skills to catalog, match, and relate similar patents, portfolios, and technologies
Ability to distill critical components of a technology and articulate the technology to a non-technical audience
Ability to develop and foster relationships with key stakeholders internally and externally
Results-oriented and service-minded with ability to develop and foster relationships with key stakeholders internally and externally
Willingness to adapt to the many changing requirements/needs of a fast-growing, young company
Collaborative work ethic and ability to work in a team-oriented culture
Ability to work with virtual, global teams
Excellent interpersonal, networking, and influencing skills
Motivated, self-directed, and proactive with a willingness to take on additional projects
Proven track record of excellence, ownership, and accountability
Confident personality supported by disciplined, logical thinking and fact-based, documented conclusions and opinions
Ability to demonstrate sound judgment and execute against deliverables under deadlines and competing priorities
Highly focused, organized, and detail-oriented
Excellent oral and written communications skills
Represents RPX in a manner consistent with its culture and values

Technical Skills
Strong familiarity with the following technology domains:

Software and Software Development
Web-based technologies
Internet and Networking protocols

Additional familiarity will be viewed favorably:

Digital Media
Enterprise software
SaaS

Strong proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

Preferred Competencies

Previous experience with patents, prosecution or litigation experience, viewed favorably
Law Degree background viewed favorably
Advanced engineering degree(s), viewed favorably

RPX is an equal opportunity employer.

Contact
To apply, visit this link: http://www.rpxcorp.com/about-rpx/rpx-careers/.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: San Francisco, California

RPX Corporation is the leading provider of patent risk management solutions. Since its founding in 2008, RPX has introduced efficiency to the patent market by providing a rational alternative to litigation. The firm acquires potentially problematic patents in the open market and out of litigation that would otherwise be used offensively against its clients. The San Francisco-based company’s pioneering approach combines principal capital, deep patent expertise, and client contributions to generate enhanced patent buying power. RPX also executes large-scale structured transactions on behalf of its clients, provides innovative NPE litigation insurance, and delivers in-depth market intelligence and strategic advisory services to its growing client network. To learn more about RPX, visit our website.

Patent Attorney – Large Corporation – Research Triangle Park, N.C.

May 5, 2015- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech, Work - Patent Prosecution

Syngenta is seeking a Patent Attorney to work in its offices located in Research Triangle Park, N.C.

Role purpose / Accountabilities
The Syngenta Patent Department is comprised of highly skilled and motivated individuals working together in a mutually supportive environment to achieve Syngenta’s business goals.

The position will involve all aspects of patent law with particular emphasis on application drafting, worldwide patent filing and prosecution, client counseling, evaluating patent validity and infringement issues, preparing and reviewing agreements and managing an IP portfolio. The position will provide IP support for and be located at Syngenta Crop Protection, LLC. in Research Triangle Park, NC.

Qualifications
Knowledge, experience & capabilities

Critical knowledge

Juris Doctor degree
Admitted to a State Bar
Registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
M.S. or Ph.D or equivalent experience in life sciences, preferably in Genomics, Molecular Biology, Plant Molecular Biology, Plant Genetics or Biochemistry. Working knowledge of marker assisted breeding a plus.

Critical experience

Minimum of 3-5 years of life science patent experience (preferably in agricultural field drafting and prosecuting biotech and marker assisted breeding subject matter areas).
Strong interpersonal and team building skills.
Strong oral and written communications skills.
Law firm, Patent Office, or in-house experience is a plus
Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Critical technical, professional and personal capabilities

Collaboratively formulate, implement and continually update a worldwide patent strategy for assigned company projects that is consistent with company, project and development goals.
Develop strategies for extending patent life and exclusivity for products in development or commercialized.
Identify potential infringement of company patents and participate in development of strategy.
Develop filing and prosecution strategies to maximize patent protection for company projects.
Assess company’s competitive patent position, and anticipate moves by company’s competitors.
Ability to critically read and understand scientific literature, lab experimentation, data, results, and scientific methods
Monitor scientific and patent literature for patentability and strategic purposes.
Review company publications and presentations prior to public disclosure.
Collaborate with the non-IP legal team to provide document review and legal advice on intellectual property issues.
Provide advice on the interpretation of contracts relating to IP.
Abide by standards for departmental patent practices. Continually seek to identify and provide input on improvements to department processes.
Establish annual individual performance goals in collaboration with Supervisor that are consistent with company and department goals.
Actively participate in regular development project team meetings and advise project team on IP issues.
Foster company and department competencies and values.
Ability to proactively identify issues, propose and implement solutions
Ability to effectively and constructively interact with a diverse group at all levels of the organization
Self-initiative and self-direction, ability to work independently
Excellent oral and written communication, problem solving and organization skills required.
Ability to contribute as a successful part of a team

Contact
Apply by Jessica Wisdom emailing at: jessica.wisdom@yoh.com.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Research Triangle Park, North Carolina

Patent Attorney – Large Corporation – Tarrytown, N.Y.

April 21, 2015- US - Northeast, - US - NYC, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate

Regeneron, a leading science-based biopharmaceutical company, is seeking an attorney who will help to develop strategies for expanding its patent portfolio around key molecules, platforms and other technologies to ensure its long-term competitive advantage.

The attorney will also advise on emerging legal issues, including monitoring and reviewing case law and legislative developments, and be expected to contribute to administrative and legal projects intended to develop an IP Department displaying the highest legal and ethical standards.

Responsibilities

Conducting strategic IP due diligence, including analyzing Regeneron’s IP portfolio as well as the portfolios of our competitors and potential collaborators;
Identifying opportunities for expanding Regeneron’s IP position;
Contributing to the negotiation and drafting of license, collaboration and other IP agreements; and
Working closely with Regeneron’s scientists and patent prosecution attorneys to identify and track new inventions and technologies.

Requirements

Exceptional communication skills, including presentation, interpersonal, writing and conflict resolution.
Ability to independently oversee legal matters, manage the use of outside legal counsel and work collaboratively with other personnel at Regeneron.
Ability to set aggressive deadlines, handle multiple complex legal matters and see projects through to conclusion.

Education and Experience

Juris Doctorate and admitted to practice in at least one state, New York preferred.
4-7 years’ in-house and/or law firm experience.
Ph.D. in biological sciences required, immunology a plus.
Registered to practice before the US Patent and Trademark Office.
Ideal candidate will have a broad range of patent-related legal expertise. Experience in patent preparation and prosecution, IP due diligence and strategic counseling required. Experience in licensing, patent litigation and drug regulatory affairs a plus.

This is an opportunity to join our select team that is already leading the way in the Pharmaceutical/Biotech industry. Apply today and learn more about Regeneron ís unwavering commitment to combining good science & good business.

To all agencies: Please, no phone calls or emails to any employee of Regeneron about this opening. All resumes submitted by search firms/employment agencies to any employee at Regeneron via-email, the internet or in any form and/or method will be deemed the sole property of Regeneron, unless such search firms/employment agencies were engaged by Regeneron for this position and a valid agreement with Regeneron is in place. In the event a candidate who was submitted outside of the Regeneron agency engagement process is hired, no fee or payment of any kind will be paid.

Regeneron is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Contact
Apply online by visiting this link: http://jobs.regeneron.com/tarrytown-ny/patent-attorney/0FA6A06CBFC94AA9AB9ABC415D6B170C/job/.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Tarrytown, New York

Known for its scientific and operational excellence, Regeneron is a leading science-based biopharmaceutical company that discovers, invents, develops, manufactures, and commercializes medicines for the treatment of serious medical conditions. Regeneron markets medicines for eye diseases, colorectal cancer, and a rare inflammatory condition and has product candidates in development in other areas of high unmet medical need, including hypercholesterolemia, oncology, rheumatoid arthritis, allergic asthma, and atopic dermatitis.

Global IP Systems Administrator – Large Corporation – Portland, Ore.

April 21, 2015- US - Northwest, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Work - Licensing / Other Corporate

Nike seeks a Global IP Systems Administrator to work in its Portland, Oregon, headquarters. As our Systems Administrator supporting Intellectual Property, you'll work with multiple aspects of the NIKE Intellectual Property Center of Excellence (IP COE), including:

Work closely with Patent and Trademark COEs to lead project work-streams that help identify and evaluate critical strategic priorities.
Drive development and implementation of key deliverables through collaboration with the IP COE.
Support key portfolio and business operations for IP COE initiatives by providing quantitative and qualitative analytical support and thought partnership.
Utilize IP workflow knowledge to support portfolio management-related activities, including report requirement gathering.

In addition, you will be responsible for:

Management of IP Docket and Workflow System including the oversight of application upgrades and integrations with all additional IP tools required for Patent and Trademark day to day work.
Liaise between service provider and Patent and Trademark Teams to ensure overall operational excellence and continuous system/workflow improvement.
Triage system errors reported by the user base to ensure they are resolved timely and provide proper system training as needed.
Recommend operational improvements based on knowledge of IP workflows that will enhance the IP Management System used by the IP COE.
Implement system configurations in support of business needs and lead testing efforts to drive projects to completion.

You'll be responsible for managing multiple sources of communication and documents. You'll exercise proactive communication with key stakeholders. You will develop and employ best practices, policies and good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for defining, designing, developing, testing, and implementing technologies in Intellectual Property. You'll continually analyze operations, identify problems, seek process and reporting improvements and integrate into operations and work processes.

Finally, you'll need to demonstrate a strong ability to rapidly assimilate new information and technologies, work successfully in a highly matrixed organization and forge partnerships with peers, customers, and suppliers.

Qualifications:

Minimum 4+ years Intellectual Property experience
Experience or aptitude for understanding, developing and deploying new systems, processes, concepts or tools across a team
Ability to resolve conflict, manage multiple priorities and utilize a keen attention to detail
Ability to analyze and interpret data through IP Legal filter and elevate information as a strategic asset
Proven ability to work in a fast-paced, results-oriented, diverse team environment
Must be comfortable with ambiguity and be resourceful enough to find solutions on your own
Ability to lead and influence others to prioritize and accomplish objectives Communication Skills
Ability to develop strong working relationships across a broad set of stakeholder groups
Professional business demeanor; demonstrates patience, ability to negotiate effectively and network within/outside of the organization
Ability to communicate and present effectively to all levels of the organization
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, comfortable giving presentations and training sessions
Ability to network and influence critical business outcomes in a matrix based, global environment Knowledge and Experience
Knowledge of Internal Nike networks and systems is beneficial but not required
Knowledge of the Nike matrix is beneficial but not required Computer Skills
Strong computer skills, including experience navigating the internet and using PC and Windows-based software (Microsoft Office)
Experience using and managing electronic docketing systems is required
Experience with Anaqua is a strong plus

Still Interested?
NIKE is a growth company. We’re looking for team members to grow with us. If we’ve piqued your interest, then, good! A generous benefits package will only sweeten the deal. We offer a stock purchase plan, 401(k), a casual work environment, and a host of other perks we don't have room to mention here.

Contact
Apply by visiting this link: http://jobs.nike.com/portland/admin-(administrative)/jobid6685602-global-ip-systems-administrator-jobs.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Portland, Oregon

Nike does more than outfit the world’s best athletes. We’re a place to explore potential, obliterate boundaries, and push out the edges of what can be. We’re looking for people who can grow, think, dream and create. We thrive in a culture that embraces diversity and rewards imagination. We seek achievers, leaders and visionaries. At Nike, it’s about bringing what you have to a challenging and constantly evolving game.

Patent Technical Specialist – Large Corporation – York, Pa.

April 18, 2015- US - Northeast, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical

DENTSPLY is seeking a Patent Technical Specialist. Reporting to the Director of Patents, this position will be responsible for assisting with the Patent Section of the DENTSPLY Legal Department in its performance of tasks related to protecting and enforcing Company intellectual property patent rights.

Essential Duties

Receive and review invention disclosure documents; interact with inventors as needed to complete the disclosures for purposes of patenting and/or freedom to operate opinions.
Conduct state-of-the-art, patentability, validity and patent landscaping searches as assigned by the Director of Patents
Maintain the Legal Department Patent Docket database, including creating new case entries; posting incoming Official Actions; daily review of upcoming due dates and interaction with the Patent Lawyers regarding the same; and, monitoring and periodic reporting of patent expiration dates
Maintain the Patent Maintenance Fee database including interacting with responsible business persons to obtain authorization for payment of the fees.
Interact with Strategic Business Unit (SBU) R&D personnel to monitor, track and report the status of individual projects.
Facilitate electronic filing in U.S. Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO) and Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT).
Maintain corporate patent watches including ongoing competitor watches.
Litigation assistance, especially discovery matters including locating, obtaining, reviewing and/or discussing development documents with SBU, corporate Legal, and outside counsel.

Guiding Principles

Continually seek and embrace process improvements.
Committing to a professional relationship with all associates and customers.
Understanding that all internal and external contacts are our customers.
Commit/aspire toward having an expert-level knowledge base in Accolade and sharing this knowledge with the users.
Complying with all regulatory requirements and DENTSPLY core values and policies.
Providing timely and accurate information and solutions.

Qualifications

Moderate to advance experience with Microsoft Office suite required.
Strong interpersonal skills with a proven ability to work effectively with all levels of an organization.
Motivated self-starter with strong communication, organization and multi-tasking abilities.
Ability to meet deadlines.

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s Degree in science, engineering or related discipline or equivalent combination of education and experience.
A minimum of one year of patent experience or general knowledge of patent examination required.

DENTSPLY is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Contact
To apply, please visit this link: https://career012.successfactors.eu/career?company=DENTSPLY. We appreciate your interest in DENTSPLY International. If you need assistance with completing the online application due to a disability, please send an accommodation request to careers@dentsply.com. Please be sure to include “Accommodation Request” in the subject.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: York, Pennsylvania

How does it feel knowing that DENTSPLY International; the premier dental company in six continents with over 12,000 employees around the globe, the world-wide industry leader in innovation and technology is looking for you to join the team? At DENTSPLY International, we do not hire employees, but true business partners who will live the DENTSPLY vision: Always First in dentistry; delivering world-class dental products with world-class precision and technology. DENTSPLY’s broad global product platform helps dental professionals serve patient’s oral health care for a lifetime, from preventative services to tooth replacement. Our products range from general dental consumables and laboratory products to products supporting the dental specialty markets of orthodontics, endodontics and implants. With a presence in more than 120 countries, our geographic footprint virtually mirrors the dental market. This position is located within our Corporate Headquarters. Please visit our website for additional information. Our Corporate headquarters is located in York, Pennsylvania. Offering the cultural attractions of a big city and the down-home charm of a small town, York, PA is an extraordinary place to live, work and play. York is located in south-central Pennsylvania and is within 25 miles of Gettysburg and Lancaster, 45 miles of Baltimore and Hershey, and 100 miles of Washington, DC and Philadelphia. Engrained with a rich history and heritage and becoming one of the fastest growing cities in Pennsylvania, York is a place where the past and the present comfortably coexist.

Sr. Attorney – Large Corporation – Dallas, Texas

April 8, 2015- US - Midwest, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Any / Other, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Prosecution

AT&T seeks a motivated, self-reliant, experienced patent litigation attorney in its Legal Department in Dallas, Texas. The attorney will be responsible for handling a diverse, challenging patent litigation docket. The attorney is expected to actively supervise outside counsel, participate in all aspects of trial preparation, including the development of litigation strategies, the marshalling of evidence and the selection of witnesses and experts.

Patent Attorney – Large Corporation – Fort Collins, Colo.

April 7, 2015- US - Midwest, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate

OtterBox is seeking an experienced and motivated patent attorney to assist with the acquisition and protection of our intellectual property. The selected candidate will join a small existing team of in-house intellectual property professionals, as well as work with a broader group of attorneys specializing in other fields.

What You’ll Do (but not limited to)

Efficiently draft and prosecute high quality patent applications in the mechanical arts
Prepare Office Action response and other Patent Office communications
Harvest inventions from a creative team of engineers and designers
Team with others to manage a growing intellectual property portfolio
Assist in the analysis of patents and patent applications held by other companies
Provide guidance to others regarding intellectual property law, particularly patent law
Other legal tasks and analysis as needed

What You Need (but not limited to)

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or related field
J.D. from a top tier law school
Admitted to practice law in at least one state
Registered as a patent attorney with the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office
Minimum 2 years of experience drafting and prosecuting patent applications at a reputable law firm and/or in-house, a significant portion of those applications in the mechanical arts and a significant number of applications drafted from scratch
Attention to detail a must
Self-motivated, energetic, and team-oriented
Experience in other areas of intellectual property a plus
Industry engineering experience a plus, particularly in plastics, molding, manufacturing, or consumer products

Otter Products is an equal employment opportunity employer (EEO).

Contact
To apply, please use this link: https://thrivepartners.csod.com/ats/careersite/jobdetails.aspx?site=4&c=thrivepartners&id=2293. Note: Applicants selected to interview will be requested to provide samples of already public patent applications and/or office action responses they’ve written.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Fort Collins, Colorado

Built upon fundamentals of hard work, innovation and perseverance, OtterBox is the leader in the production of premier protective solutions for hand-held mobile technology. Incorporating creativity and cutting-edge design into every product, OtterBox creates sleek and durable cases that offer reliable device protection to complement any lifestyle. OtterBox was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in Fort Collins, Colorado.

Patent Agent – Large Corporation – Salt Lake City, Utah or Las Vegas, Nevada

March 26, 2015- US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Varian Medical Systems is seeking a Patent Agent who will work directly with inventors and scientists in all aspects of patent practice, including evaluating invention disclosures, drafting patent applications, and prosecuting applications. The company continuously pioneers leading edge technology in a number of exciting areas, including medical devices, software, security, and inspection.

Candidates should have strong academic credentials and prior work experience as a patent agent (4+ years), as well as strong written and verbal communication skills. A background in medical devices, imaging systems and software, and mechanical systems strongly preferred. Current USPTO registration as a patent agent required. The successful candidate will be one who enjoys drafting and prosecuting patent applications, and can maintain a significant docket of cases as his or her primary responsibility.

When you join Varian, you’re joining an organization with nearly $3 billion in annual revenue, and more than 6,500 team members across more than 30 countries. You’ll be backed by a culture that is centered on fostering your creative potential, and experience the full support of an organization and leadership committed to inspiring you to do your best work. You’ll also enjoy an array of benefits that give you security, including: 401K plan with a generous 6% match, employee stock purchase program, wellness programs and facilities, comprehensive insurance plans, flexible paid time off, and so much more.

You’re just one click away from the most impactful work you’ll ever do. Apply now. Someone, somewhere, will be glad you did.

Contact
To apply, please use this link: http://jobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_jobdetail.asp?partnerid=25044&siteid=5224&AReq=7731BR.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Salt Lake City, Utah or Las Vegas, Nevada

Varian Medical Systems’ mission is to focus energy on saving lives. To meet this challenge, we equip the world with new tools for fighting cancer, taking X-ray images, and protecting ports and borders. Since the 1950s we have been producing tools that harness the power of X-ray energy to benefit humankind. In recent decades, we have pioneered developments in the fields of radiotherapy, radiosurgery, X-ray tube technology, digital image detectors, cargo screening, and non-destructive testing. We have a robust product portfolio, and long-standing relationships with many of the world’s leading clinicians and manufacturers of industrial and medical imaging systems. As Varian continues to grow, our staff of over 6,500 people in 70 sales and support offices around the globe is developing innovative, cost-effective solutions that help make the world a healthier, more secure place.

Patent Counsel – Large Corporation – Princeton, N.J.

March 8, 2015- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Northeast, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Prosecution

Technicolor is seeking two Patent Attorneys to join our team. These roles focus on:

Reviewing R&D projects, invention disclosures and prior art to propose actions for protecting the Group's intellectual property.
Preparation, filing and prosecution of patent applications, including appeals to obtain valuable patents for licensing needs.
Providing patent support to the licensing organization through marking process and patent talks and to the business units.

We typically work on the following technologies therefore you will need some experience with:

audio and video technology including compression/codecs;
streaming media;
user interfaces;
mobile devices; and
embedded software

You must have demonstrated patent expertise in filing and prosecution and/or licensing support and generally at least 4 years of patent counsel professional experience.

US Patent Attorney strongly preferred.

The above are minimum requirements. Resumes from more experienced candidates are welcome. Compensation and responsibilities will depend on experience/qualifications.

Contact
To apply, please visit this link: https://job-opportunities-technicolor.icims.com/jobs/2953/patent-counsel/job?mode=view&mobile=false&width=920&height=500&bga=true&needsRedirect=false&jan1offset=-480&jun1offset=-420.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Princeton, New Jersey

Technicolor is home to industry-leading creative and technology professionals committed to the creation, management and delivery of entertainment content to consumers around the world. Propelled by a culture of innovation and underpinned by a dedicated research organization, the company’s thriving licensing business possesses an extensive intellectual property portfolio focused on imaging and sound technologies. Serving motion picture, television, and other media clients, the company is a leading provider of high-end visual effects, animation, and post-production services. In support of network service providers and broadcasters globally, Technicolor ranks among the world leading suppliers of digital content delivery services and home access devices, including set-top-boxes and gateways. The company also remains a large physical media service provider, being one of the world’s largest film processors and independent manufacturers and distributors of DVDs and Blu-ray discs™.

Senior Corporate Counsel, Open Source and Patents – Large Corporation – Seattle, Wash.

March 5, 2015- US - Northwest, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Any / Other, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Prosecution

Amazon’s legal department is looking for a talented patent attorney to lead a team that supports Amazon Web Services (AWS), a dynamic and rapidly growing business within Amazon.com that is blazing new trails as a pioneer in the fast-growing cloud computing industry. Amazon Web Services is at the forefront of the "cloud" computing and service industry providing IT infrastructure services such as on-demand compute capacity, storage, database, content delivery, message queuing, mobile application developer tools, software-as-service products, and more.

If you have a passion for innovative technology, this is the place for you. You will have significant influence on the development and execution of our patent strategy and will solve cutting edge intellectual property issues. Responsibilities include client counseling, third party IP investigations and actively working with outside counsel to manage filing, prosecuting and maintaining our growing US and foreign patent portfolio. The ideal candidate will become embedded with the builders of our newest technologies, while helping shape the products and services as they come to market.

The successful candidate must be inquisitive, enthusiastic about technology, enjoy working hard and being continually challenged, and demonstrate sound judgment even in ambiguous situations. Compensation based on experience and includes equity compensation.

Basic Qualifications

7+years of legal experience (with at least three years at a law firm) as patent attorney
Juris Doctor and membership in good standing in at least one state bar is required
Registered to practice before the US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)

Preferred Qualifications

Understanding of a wide variety of technology areas including: web services, digital media, virtualization, data storage, database, operating systems, mobile applications, content delivery, and e-commerce
Ability to identify effective methods of protecting intellectual property created from software, hardware and internet related products and services
Effective oral and written communication skills in communicating business and intellectual property issues with and between developers, engineers and business leaders
Ability to be responsible for intellectual property related activities for several business and technology teams, including training the business on patent filing and strategy, idea harvesting, management of patent application preparation and prosecution, addressing third party patent issues, and assisting in patent acquisitions and licensing
Ability to assist in-house and outside litigation counsel in patent litigation issues
Ability to counsel other Amazon lawyers with intellectual property issues that affect the business
Have personally prepared and prosecuted at least 50 patent applications
Ability to demonstrate sound judgment even in ambiguous situations
Ability to work independently while being able to contribute successfully to cross-functional teams
Ability to work with various teams across the Company to advise on open source issues, including technical analysis of software products, education and training of technical teams, and review of licenses for open source projects
Excellent organizational skills, ability to manage multiple projects at once, and follow through and meet deadlines
Strong analytical and computer skills
Common sense, great judgment, and a good sense of humor

Amazon is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Contact
For more information and to apply online, visit the listing's page on our website: http://www.amazon.jobs/jobs/243350/senior-corporate-counsel-open-source-and-patents.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Seattle, Washington

Corporate Counsel, Patents – Large Corporation – Seattle, Wash.

March 5, 2015- US - Northwest, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Any / Other, Tech - Electrical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate

Are you looking for a new challenge in a fast-paced, innovative company? Come make history with Amazon’s legal department.

If you have a passion for innovative technology and want to help grow the patent portfolio of the world’s largest online retail business, this is the place for you. As a member of the patent group for Digital Kindle Business Segment, you will directly interact with the business and technology teams to introduce and protect new and innovative technology. Responsibilities include direct client counseling, third party IP investigations and actively working with outside counsel to manage filing, prosecuting and maintaining our growing US and foreign patent portfolio. Other responsibilities will include conducting product clearance searches to assess and understand the business risks involved in bringing a product to market. The ideal candidate will become embedded with the builders of our newest technologies, while helping shape the products/services as they come to market.

Every day across the world we develop the ideas, the services and the products that make life easier for tens of millions of customers, and make good things happen faster. From providing Earth’s Biggest Selection of products to developing ground breaking software and devices that change entire industries. Amazon is a place of invention and progressive thinking.

Basic Qualifications

4+years of legal experience (with at least two years at a law firm) as patent attorney
Juris Doctor and membership in good standing in at least one state bar is required
Registered to practice before the US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)

Preferred Qualifications

Understanding of a wide variety of technology areas including: consumer device hardware, displays, consumer device software, and backend systems for supporting consumer devices
Ability to identify effective methods of protecting intellectual property created from software, hardware and internet related products and services
Effective oral and written communication skills in communicating business and intellectual property issues with and between developers, engineers and business leaders
Ability to be responsible for intellectual property related activities for at least one business segment, including training, idea harvesting, patent application preparation and prosecution and addressing third party issues in a fast paced, frugal environment
Have personally prepared and prosecuted at least 50 original patent applications
Have conducted product clearance searches
Admitted to the Washington State Bar Association preferred
Ability to demonstrate sound judgment even in ambiguous situations
Ability to work independently while being able to contribute successfully to cross-functional teams
Excellent organizational skills, ability to manage multiple projects at once, follow through and meet deadlines
Strong analytical and computer skills
Common sense, great judgment, and a good sense of humor

Amazon is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Contact
For more information and to apply online, visit the listing's page on our website: http://www.amazon.jobs/jobs/289367/corporate-counsel-patents.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Seattle, Washington

Sr. Patent Paralegal – Large Corporation – San Mateo, Calif.

March 3, 2015- US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Work - Paralegal / Legal Secretary

SolarCity is seeking a Sr. Patent Paralegal to support 5+ member IP team with patent preparation, prosecution, diligence, and other IP-related projects including meeting planning, project management, docketing, managing various internal processes, client reporting, etc. The location of this position is flexible, but the successful candidate must be available to occasionally travel to meetings in the bay area (e.g., San Mateo, San Rafael, Fremont, and San Francisco).

Sr. Patent Agent – Small Corporation – Billerica, Mass.

February 28, 2015- US - Northeast, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate

RainDance Technologies is seeking a Patent Agent who will have overall responsibility for drafting and prosecuting of our patent portfolio, and for maintaining related internal records and analyses. The Patent Agent works directly with outside patent counsel (which is responsible for docketing and for strategic review and other aspects of patent prosecution). The position reports to the VP Intellectual Property. The Patent Agent works with the VP Intellectual Property and the CTO to identify and develop inventions for development into patent applications, and, together with the CEO, to develop strategies for patent development and in-licensing. The Patent Agent works directly with scientists and engineers, as well as marketing and sales people, at RainDance to ensure that patent prosecution addresses high-value commercial areas and anticipates market needs as well as technological developments and opportunities.

Patent Lawyer – Large Corporation – Wayzata, Minn.

February 21, 2015- US - Midwest, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Prosecution

Cargill is seeking to hire a patent lawyer at its worldwide headquarters in the Minneapolis area. This is an in-house lawyer position within Cargill's Worldwide Law Team, which is comprised of approximately 400 legal professionals (including 200+ lawyers) working in over 30 Cargill offices globally.

The lawyer filling this position will provide legal counsel to Cargill, Incorporated and its affiliates as an in-house lawyer, and will be a part of the Cargill Law Department's Intellectual Property Team. This lawyer will work closely with various Cargill businesses and its R&D Function. This lawyer will also work collaboratively with other Cargill lawyers and paralegal who provide legal counsel to Cargill worldwide as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Principal Accountabilities

Preparing and prosecuting patent applications, developing disclosures, and counseling inventors with a commercial focus;
Coordinating patent activities generally, including various business unit intellectual property review team meetings, providing patentability and infringement opinions, and developing patent strategies;
Developing, coordinating and providing training for key employees on intellectual property matters;
Providing legal counseling to Cargill's businesses, including due diligence and the preparation and negotiation of various agreements relating to acquisitions, dispositions, joint ventures, technology licenses, research and development agreements, confidentiality agreements and other transactional matters; and
Providing legal counseling and support related to pre-litigation evaluations and on-going litigation matters as they may arise

Requirements

License to practice law in Minnesota (or if currently licensed in another state the ability to become licensed in Minnesota), and registration to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, are required.
2 to 4 years of experience as a patent lawyer is required, including significant experience drafting priority patent applications and preparing substantive office action responses.
Bachelors of Science in chemical, biochemical, food technology, chemical engineering or biological arts is required (advanced degree or comparable work experience is helpful).
Agreement and/or opinion experience is preferred.
Excellent academic track record (top 25% of law school class strongly preferred).
Strong strategic and commercial conceptual strength.
Creative, resilient, and flexible style and approach to solving legal problems.
Demonstrated ability to have a broad perspective and approach work with curiosity
Ability and desire to work with diverse teams in meeting corporate goals and missions.
Excellent communication, advocacy, and drafting skills

Contact
Apply online by visiting this link: https://cargill.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?lang=en&src=REF-12&job=WAY04997.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Wayzata, Minn.

Patent Agent – Large Corporation – Multiple Locations

February 19, 2015- US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house)

SolarCity is seeking several talented and motivated patent attorneys to join its growing team. Positions are located in Fremont CA, San Mateo, and San Francisco, although the exact locations are flexible. Ideal candidates will be embedded in various R&D teams throughout SolarCity as they bring new energy products to market. Some domestic and international travel may be required.

Primary responsibilities include identifying patentable inventions and preparing and prosecuting patent applications. Other responsibilities include client counseling, IP training, third-party IP investigations, due diligence, and managing outside counsel.

At least one attorney will support SolarCity’s software engineering, system design, and power systems teams, which are based in San Mateo & San Francisco, CA. The role will focus on photovoltaic system design and optimization, monitoring and maintenance of energy generation and consumption, solar financing, smart energy storage, and distributed power.

At least one attorney will also support our Silevo team, based in Fremont CA, a solar technology and manufacturing company that recently joined SolarCity. The role will focus on solar cell design, fabrication, and module manufacturing and support our new 1 GW plant, which is under construction in New York.

Qualifications

5+ years of legal experience (with at least 3 years at a law firm) as a patent attorney.
Juris Doctor and membership in good standing in at least one state bar.
Registered to practice before the US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
Excellent written and verbal communication skills required
Excellent customer service skills required
Must be able to successfully pass a pre-employment criminal background check

Preferred Qualifications

Undergraduate degree in electrical engineering, physics and/or computer science.
Must have prepared and prosecuted at least 40 original patent applications, including a substantial number in the area of (i) semiconductor device physics or (ii) electrical and software-based technologies.
Excellent analytical and interpersonal skills.
Excellent organizational skills, ability to work independently, manage multiple projects at once, follow through, and meet deadlines.
Common sense, great judgment, drive, a passion for solar energy, and a good sense of humor.

Benefits for Full-Time Positions

Competitive compensation with many positions incentivized
Paid training with the nation’s leader in solar power
Full benefits package including health, vision, dental insurance
Attractive vacation, sick and holiday pay
401(k) savings plan
Employee referral program
Eligibility to receive equity in the company
Career path opportunities for top performers

SolarCity is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

Contact
To apply, visit this link: https://careers-solarcity.icims.com/jobs/5793/patent-agent/job?mode=view.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: San Mateo, Fremont, or San Francisco, California

Legal Counsel, Patents – Large Corporation – Benton Harbor, Mich.

February 16, 2015- US - Midwest, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Litigation

Whirlpool Corporation is currently seeking qualified candidates for a Legal Counsel opening in our Patent Operations group within the Law Department. Our Patent Operations team of eleven includes attorneys, patent agents, legal specialists and an administrative assistant. We are a group that enjoys working together in a collegial environment.

If you enjoy a challenge and the opportunity to have an impact on company success, consider a career at Whirlpool Corporation. Bring your ideas, enthusiasm and passion to a place where you can make a difference. We are currently seeking a highly qualified Intellectual Property Attorney to be an integral part of the Whirlpool Law Department.

Brief Overview
This position will be responsible for providing legal counsel and services on matters involving patents, copyrights, trade secrets and other proprietary information. This position supports Whirlpool’s global product organization, including its advanced development and product engineering groups.

In this position you'll have the opportunity to

Advise on intellectual property issues involving patents, copyrights, trade secrets, and proprietary information. Specifically, you will help ensure Whirlpool’s unique and compelling innovations are a core driver of Whirlpool’s success. Specific responsibilities may include:
Developing and executing patent strategies related to assigned Whirlpool technology areas.
Reviewing inventions and advising on patentability issues and arranging for the filing and prosecution of U.S. and foreign patent applications.
Preparing and prosecuting patent applications.
Establishing product clearance plans and reviewing and advising on patent infringement risks.
Supporting various innovation generation activities such as invention workshops to target development of strategic intellectual property.
Providing intellectual property advice and training to clients.
Drafting and assisting in the negotiation and administration of intellectual property related contracts, including confidentiality, development and license agreements, as well as assisting in negotiation of more general commercial agreements, including procurement and various service agreements.
Investigating and pursuing patent infringement and enforcement opportunities, including patent litigation.
Providing patent support for special projects.
Researching intellectual property issues relevant to the company’s business.

Qualifications
What you need to succeed in this position:

JD from an accredited law school, with strong academic credentials and Bar Admission, and admission to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
Technical bachelor degree, preferably electrical or mechanical engineering or related field.
Minimum of 5 years of legal experience as an attorney. Experience in patent preparation, prosecution, IP transactions (e.g., development and licensing agreements), product clearance, and patent litigation is highly desirable.
Ability to prioritize and manage a large volume of concurrent projects.
Strong analytical, research, organization and management skills.
Exceptional interpersonal and communication (both written and oral) skills.
Demonstrated ability to achieve results as a leader or member of a cross functional team.
Ability to provide strong strategic thought to Whirlpool’s patent processes.

This position requires execution of Whirlpool’s Non-Disclosure and Non-Competition Agreement.

Great Opportunities
Whirlpool is great place to work. We offer challenging opportunities, ownership of your role, great teams, and tools to build your capability. In our performance-based setting, you can take your career in exciting new directions—and as far as you want to go.

Contact
Apply online by visiting this link: https://whirlpool.taleo.net/careersection/10000/jobdetail.ftl?job=244817.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Benton Harbor, Michigan

Whirlpool is the industry leader in the manufacturing and marketing of home appliances. Whirlpool is a global company and markets Whirlpool, Maytag, Amana, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Baucknecht and other major brand names in more than 170 countries around the world. Whirlpool is a company that creates innovative solutions and products to meet consumer needs. As a result, Whirlpool has been recognized as one of the world's 100 most innovative companies by Business Week magazine and the Boston Consulting Group. Additionally, Whirlpool Corporation was ranked among the Top 10 Innovators in Consumer Products by The Patent Board and has been consistently ranked as one of the Top 20 Companies for Leaders by Hewitt Associates and Fortune magazine. Whirlpool’s unique business strategy provides it with an unmatched leadership position and ability to build and sustain loyalty to Whirlpool’s brands.

Patent Attorney/Sr. Patent Agent – Large Corporation – Bothell, Wa.

February 10, 2015- US - Northwest, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech, Work - Patent Agent

Seattle Genetics is seeking is a patent attorney or agent with prosecution experience in molecular biology or immunology, and preferably antibody prosecution.

Wireless Patent Attorney – Large Corporation – Santa Clara, Calif.

February 4, 2015- US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Electrical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Prosecution

Come join Intel’s Legal General Counsel as a Patent Attorney with wireless expertise.

Patent Litigators – Large Corporation – Queens, N.Y.

January 12, 2015- US - NYC, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Work - Patent Litigation

Steuben Foods, Inc. is seeking Patent Litigators who will work, both independently and within a team, to conduct an advanced legal analysis of patents, relevant technologies, and other materials for intellectual property matters within the legal group of a privately owned food and beverage company.