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.

IP Attorney – Large Corporation – Phoenix, Ariz.

December 11, 2014- US - Southwest, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Prosecution

ON Semiconductor is seeking to hire an IP counsel to provide support across several different IP areas. Responsibilities will include:

Managing invention generation by counseling with inventors, providing IP training, attending patent committee meetings, and reviewing invention disclosures.
Preparing, filing and prosecuting U.S. and foreign patent applications and managing patent prosecution efforts of outside counsel.
Drafting, negotiating, and reviewing intellectual property agreements, including: license agreements, development agreements, supply agreements, and confidentiality agreements.
Providing support for various IP matters in relation to mergers and acquisitions.
Analyzing, mining, and monetizing the patent portfolio, including investigations of competitive products and preparation of claim charts.
Providing litigation support, both offensive and defensive matters.
This position can be located in Europe or in other US cities where ON Semiconductor has an office location.

Requirements

J.D. degree from an A.B.A. accredited law school.
Member of a state bar and be admitted to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office with 3-5 years of experience as a patent attorney.
Electrical Engineering or Physics degree.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with both technical and non-technical audiences.

Additional Detail: This position reports to the head of intellectual property in Phoenix, Arizona. Related semiconductor industry experience is highly desirable and should be highlighted. The successful candidate will be a team player who demonstrates flexibility and is able to handle a variety of intellectual property law matters in a timely manner. Position is in Phoenix, however, other locations, Europe or other US cities, will be considered depending on the candidate. Occasional travel (<20%).

Contact
To apply, visit this link: http://tinyurl.com/mexg4ex.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Phoenix, Arizona

ON Semiconductor (Nasdaq: ONNN) is driving innovation in energy efficient electronics, empowering design engineers to reduce global energy use. The company offers a comprehensive portfolio of energy efficient power and signal management, logic, discrete and custom solutions to help customers solve their unique design challenges in automotive, communications, computing, consumer, industrial, LED lighting, medical, military/aerospace and power supply applications. ON Semiconductor operates a responsive, reliable, world-class supply chain and quality program, and a network of manufacturing facilities, sales offices and design centers in key markets throughout North America, Europe, and the Asia Pacific regions.

Sr. Patent Counsel – Large Corporation – Sunnyvale, Calif.

December 6, 2014- US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Litigation

Dolby Laboratories is seeking a Senior Patent Counsel. Join the leader in entertainment innovation and help us design the future. At Dolby, science meets art, and high tech means more than computer code. As a member of the Dolby team, you’ll see and hear the results of your work everywhere, from movie theaters to smartphones. We continue to revolutionize how people create, deliver, and enjoy entertainment worldwide. To do that, we need the absolute best talent. We’re big enough to give you all the resources you need, and small enough so you can make a real difference and earn recognition for your work. We offer a collegial culture, challenging projects, and excellent compensation and benefits.

The successful candidate will be an experienced patent attorney responsible for developing patent portfolios and supporting licensing programs, particularly for video compression standards. The position includes a variety of responsibilities such as capturing invention disclosures, performing and managing prosecution, analyzing third-party patents, and conducting due diligence related to potential acquisitions.

Job Functions

Align a growing, worldwide patent portfolio with a dynamic business, including the capture and review of invention disclosures and the preparation of recommendations for the invention review committee.
Manage domestic and foreign outside counsel in the preparation and prosecution of patent applications.
Draft and prosecute patent applications of particular importance to Dolby’s business.
Advise on the acquisition, development, and commercialization of third-party technologies and related intellectual property matters.
Advise on third-party patent claims against products and technologies.
Support patent licensing and enforcement activities.
Provide information and training to internal groups as required regarding patent protection procedures and programs.
Provide such other patent, licensing and intellectual property support as may be assigned.

Qualifications

5+ years of experience as a patent attorney in a top-tier law firm, and, preferably some experience working in-house.
Juris doctor degree.
Admission to the California State Bar and USPTO.
In-depth understanding of the key processes in video compression systems, such as H.264/AVC and H.265/HEVC standards
Masters degree in electrical engineering with an emphasis on digital signal processing or bachelors degree with equivalent experience, especially in the area of video signal processing.
Excellent writing and communication skills.
Self-initiative and ability to work with minimum of direction under pressure.
Superior organization and project management skills.
Proficiency in Word, Excel and PowerPoint applications.

Additional Desired Qualifications

Experience in intellectual property licensing and litigation.
Experience in standard bodies and patent pools.
Management of worldwide patent strategies.

Contact
Apply online by using this link: https://career4.successfactors.com/sfcareer/jobreqcareer?jobId=5921&company=Dolby&jobpipeline=patentlyo.

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

Patent Counsel – Large Corporation – Arden Hills, Minn.

November 9, 2014- US - Midwest, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Regulatory

Boston Scientific Corporation is seeking a Patent Counsel to work in its Arden Hills, Minnesota, offices. This person provides legal advice and service on patent, copyright, and trademark matters; evaluates patents and potential product infringement issues; prepares or oversees outside counsel's preparation of patent applications for filing in the U.S. Patent Office; and represents the company in matters relating to intellectual property law, and provides other general legal advice where required.

Responsibilities

Directs the company's patent, copyright, trademark and intellectual property legal work.
Prepares or directs the preparation and prosecution of the U.S. and foreign patent and trademark applications.
Reviews Outside Counsel work to ensure the work, methodology, and costs meet Boston Scientific’s expectations.
As directed, reviews third party patents for product clearance issues.
Facilitates the patent committee meetings by leading discussions, managing action items and delegating responsibility for follow-up items to committee members ensuring resolution of agenda topics.
May supervise exempt or nonexempt employees, and manage employee career counseling, performance evaluation, discipline, and time and attendance issues when required.
Provides legal advice in preparing and reviewing confidentiality, research, consulting, and other agreements.
Provides advice on marketing and promotional material.
Conducts IP related diligence on companies and/or third party patent portfolios for possible acquisition or licensing analysis.

Quality System Requirements

In all actions, demonstrates a primary commitment to patient safety and product quality by maintaining compliance to the Quality Policy and all other documented quality processes and procedures.
For those individuals that supervise others, the following statements are applicable: Assures that appropriate resources (personnel, tools, etc.) are maintained in order to assure Quality System compliance and adherence to the BSC Quality Policy. Establishes and promotes a work environment that supports the Quality Policy and Quality System.

Qualifications

J.D. admitted to a state bar in good standing
Registered Patent Attorney
Strong academic background
BS in Electrical Engineering or Physics or Biomedical engineering with significant electrical engineering/computer science coursework.
Medical Device experience preferred
At least one year of IP Litigation practice exposure
3-5 years of law firm or corporate department IP practice experience
At least 2 years of experience drafting and prosecuting patent applications in the area of electrical and computer sciences

Contact
Apply online by visiting this link: https://career4.successfactors.com/sfcareer/jobreqcareer?jobId=98822&company=BScientific&username=.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Arden Hills, Minnesota

Patent Agent – Small Corporation – New York, N.Y.

November 5, 2014- US - Northeast, - US - NYC, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Prosecution

NeoStem is seeking a Patent Agent to assist with drafting, writing, and prosecuting patent applications; and, strategically developing patent portfolios, and supporting litigators in the development of enforcement and defense strategies. The ideal candidate will NOT have a JD and will have a strong technical background in Biology and MUST have 2-4 years of patent prosecution experience. NO JDs will be CONSIDERED at this time.

Responsibilities

Prepares and drafts patent applications
Conducts prior art database searches for patentability and freedom to operate analyses
Manages a portfolio of approximately 100 patents and patent applications
Analyzes patents and scientific papers and documents to assist patent attorneys on patent prosecutions in the US and OUS
Works closely with business, project teams, general counsel and product development to identify and articulate opportunities for patent protections
Supports Patent attorneys in patentability and analysis
Coordinates prosecution activities with various departments
Other duties as assigned

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Biology or a relevant scientific or life sciences discipline required; Master’s degree preferred
At least 2-4 years of experience with patent prosecution; prior firm experience is a plus
DOES NOT require a JD degree and NO JDs wll be considered at this time
Must have scientific knowledge and experience in cellular biology/biotechnology
Must be available to work minimum 15-20 hours per week
Registration with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) a plus
Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, preferably Word and Excel
Must have an excellent track record in building effective relationships with other departments and third parties
Ability to comfortably interact and clearly communicate with individuals at all levels of the organization
Proven ability to manage multiple activities and make complex decisions
Must be organizational savvy and action-oriented
Ability to manage critical and ambiguous situations to make effective decisions
Ability to maximize business results through continuous improvement
Strong technical, written and verbal communication skills required
Strong influencing, planning, organizing, problem-solving and negotiation skills
Excellent interpersonal skills

Contact
If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please send a copy of your resume directly to scotton@neostem.com.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: New York, New York

As a leader in the emerging cellular therapy industry, NeoStem is pursuing the preservation and enhancement of human health globally through the development of cell based therapeutics that prevent, treat, cure, or regenerate damaged or aged tissue, cells and organs and restoring their normal function. Cellular therapy is the process by which new cells are introduced into a tissue to prevent or treat disease, or to regenerate damaged or aged tissue. We believe that cell therapy will play a large role in changing the natural history of diseases as more breakthrough therapies are developed, ultimately lessening the overall burden of disease on patients and their families, as well as the economic burden that these diseases impose upon modern society.

Patent Attorney – Large Corporation – Columbia, Md.

October 31, 2014- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Northeast, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Any / Other, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

DSM, is seeking a Patent Attorney to work in its Columbia, Maryland, offices.

Challenge
Creation, development, defense and exploitation of the extensive patent portfolio of DSM.

Responsibilities

Handles all IP issues for entrusted accounts including filing and prosecuting patent applications, obtaining patents, assessing freedom to operate, evaluating and negotiating IP provisions in contracts, and analyzing third party patents
Defends own patents and attacks third party patents having an impact on business activities where appropriate, particularly in written and oral opposition and appeal proceedings before the US Patent & Trademark Office and corresponding proceedings worldwide
Supports evaluation of third-party patent estates; assists in formulating recommendations to the business regarding third-party patent estates; and supports oppositions, inter-parties reviews, nullity actions, invalidation actions that are filed against third-party patent estates
Prepares Information Disclosure Statements
Assists as needed with in-licensing and out-licensing opportunities
Assists in Freedom to Operate, non-infringement and invalidity analysis
Maintains a high level of patent awareness throughout Business and R&D
Helps Management to define and implement an adequate IP strategy aligned with the respective Business Group
Advises upon request, Management, Business and/or Legal, on strategic cooperation with external organizations, divestments and freedom to operate
Where appropriate, advises and/or prepares the IP relevant and technical part of the pleadings for a lawyer and/or appears in court
Builds interactive relationships with customers to ensure proactive involvement with the Business Team
Motivates colleagues to consider strategic IP plans as integral to the Business
Maintains a high level of awareness of world-wide patent prosecution procedure and practice, with an emphasis on the US

Qualifications

Understands scientific, technical, legal and commercial aspects of DSM’s business
Possesses necessary communication skills in order to provide and receive information from a large variety of functions (R&D, Business, patent agents worldwide, legal, etc.)
Ability to understand, analyze and weigh:
ocomplex literature in various research fields;
- data supplied by R&D and/or Business for filing, prosecuting, defending DSM's patent estates and opposing third party patents;
- the importance and strategic value of inventions; and
- the relevance of submissions of third parties
Ability to understand the core of an invention and obtain valid and meaningful patent protection vis-a-vis the prior art and DSM’s competitors
Ability to choose a convincing line of argumentation when defending DSM's patent rights and challenging assertions of third parties that adversely affect DSM’s patent rights
Flexible, able to prioritize and work as part of a large team
Ability to handle numerous cases simultaneously, many of which are subject to strict deadlines
Specialized knowledge of U.S. patent law
Specialized knowledge of international regulations in the field of patent prosecution and various foreign patent systems that are important for DSM’s business
JD required with 10 plus years of industry experience
Specialized post-academic knowledge of US patent law, trademark law, industrial designs & models law, unfair competition & copyright law
Specialized knowledge of international regulations in the field of IP and various foreign patent systems that are important for Business Group’s business
Good communication skills

Contact
Apply by emailing Kim Schwint at: kim.schwint@dsm.com.

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

Patent Attorney – Large Corporation – Pleasanton, Calif.

October 15, 2014- US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Prosecution

Roche is seeking a Patent Attorney to work in its in Pleasanton, California offices.

Responsibilities

Works with scientific staff in preparing and prosecuting patent applications in biotechnology and chemical art areas, conducts prior art searches, and provides freedom of operation analyses. Assist with appeal and interference proceedings.
Prepares, files and prosecutes patent applications to obtain the broadest scope of protection.
Provides assistance in appeals, interference, reissues, reexaminations, validity and/or infringement analyses and litigation.
Conducts, reviews, analyzes state-of-the-art searches, assess patentability, determine scope of invention and develop patenting strategy.
Prepare, review, and revise routine patent-related agreements.
Manages patent docket, and cooperates with Basel on foreign patent filing and actions.

Who you are
You’re someone who wants to influence your own development. You’re looking for a company where you have the opportunity to pursue your interests across functions and geographies. Where a job title is not considered the final definition of who you are, but the starting point.

Qualifications

J.D degree.
MS or Ph.D. in Life Sciences or Chemistry preferred.
3 to 4 years’ experience prosecuting in U.S. and foreign patent applications in the biotechnology or chemical art area.
State Bar; Registration before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
California Bar preferred.
Travel up to 20% of the time (domestic and/or international).

Who we are
At Roche, 85,000 people across 150 countries are pushing back the frontiers of healthcare. Working together, we’ve become one of the world’s leading research-focused healthcare groups. Our success is built on innovation, curiosity and diversity.

Contact
The next step is yours. To apply online today and to learn about other exciting positions, please go to: http://careers.roche.com and enter Job ID #2970454723 in the “Keyword” box underneath the Global Job Search field. Roche is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Pleasanton, California

IP Attorney – Large Corporation – Bloomington, Minn.

September 25, 2014- US - Midwest, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Regulatory

Seagate is searching for an Intellectual Property Attorney for one of our facilities, preferably to be located in the following locations: Bloomington or Shakopee MN, Fremont, CA, or Longmont, CO. This role will report to our IP Associate General Counsel.

The Seagate Technology Intellectual Property Team handles all patent, trademark, domain name, trade secret and copyright matters, including IP strategy, client counseling and training, prosecution and enforcement. The team also supports IP litigation. The team includes IP professionals and staff located in six offices worldwide, and interacts with outside entities, outside counsel, and clients across the organization to capture, protect and use intellectual property in support of Seagate’s business strategies. The Intellectual Property Team is part of the Seagate Technology Legal Department.

Specific duties of the position may include:

Client counseling on intellectual property matters including integrating intellectual property considerations into business plans, enterprise intellectual property risk management and mitigation strategies, and strategies for enhancing the scope and strength of our intellectual property portfolio;
Technical responsibility areas may specifically include magnetic recording media, digital communications, and areas related to signal processing; and generally data storage;
Transaction support including technology licensing agreements, acquisitions, divestitures and strategic alliances;
Patent, trademark, copyright, domain name, and trade secret surveillance and enforcement, and leveraging combined intellectual property assets into comprehensive positions for protecting and advancing associated business initiatives;
Supervising outside counsel in preparation and prosecution of patent and trademark applications both domestically and internationally;
In cooperation with the Seagate litigation team, advising clients on potential and pending litigation;
Conducting white space, freedom to operate and similar analyses to inform business plans/products;
Evaluating potential IP licensing opportunities and provide recommendation;
Drafting and negotiating IP-related joint development, licensing, non-disclosure, and know-how agreements;
Collaborating with and advising corporate contracts and litigation group, as necessary, in intellectual property based transactions, examples of which include independent contractor agreements, supply agreements, and marketing agreements;
Preparing and conducting IP-related client training;
Managing invention generation, review and prosecution via facilitated focused invention sessions, brainstorms, and strategic IP harvests;
Managing and coordinating invention disclosure review and formulating portfolio-specific intellectual property strategy with respective invention review boards; and
Managing the associated budget.

The successful candidate will possess the following:

A Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school with 3 years' experience;
Good standing in the bar(s) where licensed to practice law with preference for licensure in Minnesota;
3 years minimum legal experience in a wide range of intellectual property matters including patent preparation and prosecution, trademark matters, due diligence activities, licensing or merger and acquisitions, IP litigation support, patent portfolio management and client counseling, preferably with experience at both a law firm and a corporation;
Registration with the USPTO;
A Bachelor of Science degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering or related field is desired; background in physics, material science, or chemistry will be considered;
Strong communication skills - ability to convey and discuss intellectual property issues in understandable terms and to establish, manage and leverage relationships with management, co-workers, relevant technical community, and internal and external partners;
Creative thinking and problem solving in a high volume and fast-paced environment, as well as demonstrated ability to lead or collaborate with others across multiple discipline areas to achieve tangible results;
Taking initiative, doing more than is expected;
Results-oriented team player skills, who works best in a collaborative environment; and
Ability to travel both domestically and internationally as necessary.

Contact
Apply online via this link: https://seagate.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?lang=en&job=147176.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Bloomington, Minnesota