Sr. Counsel (Patent Preparation & Prosecution) – Small Corporation – Foster City, Calif.

January 22, 2013- US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Prosecution

Gilead Sciences is seeking a Senior IP Counsel — Patent Preparation & Prosecution to work in its Foster City, California headquarters. This position will report to a senior patent attorney of the Intellectual Property department and will be responsible for all aspects of patent application preparation and prosecution on a worldwide basis for at least one of Gilead's current therapeutic areas, which includes anti-virals, respiratory, oncology and inflammation, and cardiovascular. This position will work closely with R&D and other cross-functional areas, including scientists and management, to monitor the progress of Gilead's research and product development activities in order to provide clear and concise direction and solutions on a variety of IP issues, including evaluate freedom to operate with respect to third party patent rights, patentability assessments and assessment of third party patent rights.

This is an individual contributor position that provides the successful candidate with the opportunity to work on a wide range of IP issues in a growth-oriented pharmaceutical company. The successful candidate should be able to independently identify all of the legal issues in their day-to-day activities and be able to identify many of the legal and business issues associated with increasingly complex matters and, in doing so, begin to develop expertise in specific areas of the law and contribute effectively to legal and cross functional projects. The ability to counsel clients including scientists and management by providing clear, concise direction and solutions to the issues and needs is essential.

Essential Duties and Job Functions:
• Draft patent applications and their prosecution in the US and in foreign patent offices, with minimal or no supervision.
• Collaborate effectively with outside US and foreign patent counsel handling patent prosecution matters.
• Maintain a detailed understanding of products and technical developments through relationships within the Company and professional growth and development through seminars, workshops, and professional affiliations.
• Conduct patentability reviews.
• Conduct freedom-to-operate reviews
• Review and assist in drafting nondisclosure, research, license and other agreements involving the use, transfer, or ownership of IP.
• Counsel scientists and management regarding IP portfolio and strategy.
• Provide IP support to cross-functional areas for in-licensing and acquisitions.
• Through analysis and application of legal guidelines, supports IP project representatives on cross-functional projects.
• Responsible for independently researching routine issues with visibility to senior Company management with the ability to analyze, effectively communicate and defend analysis.
• Frequently interacts and collaborates with other functional areas in order to establish and optimize close working relationships.
• May participate in briefings with more senior members within legal regarding the process for delivering against assigned tasks and responsibilities.

Knowledge, Experience and Skills:
• Bachelors degree in chemistry with emphasis in organic chemistry, or a chemistry-related subject such as medicinal chemistry. A Ph.D. or M.Sc in chemistry, or a chemistry-related subject, is a plus. Other academics will be considered, particularly biological sciences.
• Juris Doctorate with admission to at least one State Bar, preferably California
• 12+ years of industry or law firm experience which includes 5+ years in Biotechnology or Pharmaceutical patent prosecution experience.
• Registered before the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office
• Experience with FDA Orange Book listings and related FDA matters, including ANDA litigation experience, a plus.
• At least five (5) years of patent preparation and prosecution experience in the pharmaceutical industry or pharmaceutical arts

Other:
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are necessary, including the ability to fluently speak, write and understand English.
• The successful candidate will be given considerable responsibility, and the ability to work independently with minimum or no supervision is essential.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment is essential. Willingness to take initiative and be proactive; good people skills and flexibility are a must.

The candidate must be proficient in MS Office-based applications. The ability to conduct computer-based prior art searches, and patent family searches, is a plus.

Travel Requirements: occasional business trips within the U.S. or abroad may be required.

Contact:
We are an equal opportunity employer. Apply online today by visiting this link: https://www.gilead.apply2jobs.com/ProfExt/index.cfm?fuseaction=mExternal.showJob&RID=10257&CurrentPage=1.

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Foster City, California

Gilead Sciences is a biopharmaceutical company that discovers, develops and commercializes innovative therapeutics in areas of unmet medical need. The company's mission is to advance the care of patients suffering from life-threatening diseases worldwide. Headquartered in Foster City, California, Gilead has operations in North America, Europe, Asia and Australia.

Patent Prosecution Paralegal – Small Corporation – Chicago, Ill.

January 21, 2013- US - Midwest, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Electrical, Work - Paralegal / Legal Secretary, Work - Patent Prosecution

Trading Technologies is seeking to add a Patent Prosecution Paralegal with vision and ambition to support its IP Team in Chicago, Illinois. The Patent Prosecution Paralegal will have an integral role in the administration and management of Trading Technologies’ expanding global patent portfolio in the trading software industry and serve as a resource for other members of the IP Team, outside counsel, and inventors to secure and administer appropriate protection for Trading Technologies’ innovations. The successful candidate will be self-motivated and competent at providing direction to others, as well as comfortable with teamwork. The objective is to ensure the global patent portfolio remains secure and well-positioned to support our growth.

Responsibilities:
• Work closely with the IP Team to develop, implement, and maintain docketing processes, procedures and policies for invention disclosures, patents, and patent applications, including daily or periodic clearance of workflow.
• Advise the IP Team regarding proposed changes to the MPEP, the Code of Federal Regulations, and court opinions that affect the docketing process.
• Coordinate and report communications with the USPTO and foreign patent agencies.
• Prepare and file appropriate documentation for patent applications.
• Coordinate electronic filings of patent applications and communications with the USPTO.
• Coordinate filing of Information Disclosure Statements, including maintaining a database to ensure prior art is being cited where appropriate.
• Interface with inventors to capture new innovations for review by the IP Team.
• Interact with U.S. and international counsel.
• Perform comprehensive literature searches to identify potential prior art.
• Administer inventor awards program.
• Assist other departments to ensure understanding and expectations for patent policies and rules, including fielding questions from employees.
• Review new patent grants for errors and corrections.
• Maintain docketing system for invention disclosures, patent applications, and patents.
• Prepare patent committee meeting agendas; obtain, assemble and distribute meeting materials.
• Identify and coordinate training needs for individuals within the IP team.

Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree with a Paralegal certificate is preferred.
• Five (5) years of progressive experience providing a thorough understanding of domestic and international patent prosecution practice to achieve business objectives.
• Experience with working with extensive patent portfolios and docketing systems (experience with Anaqua is preferred).
• Excellent writing, analytical, and communication skills.
• Organized, independent, detailed oriented, and enthusiastic, with a demonstrated ability to work well in a team environment, on multiple tasks, and to meet deadlines.
• Experienced with the USPTO’s Electronic Filing System (EFS), and Patent Term Adjustment.
• Ability to search patent and related literature in public and proprietary databases quickly and efficiently.
• Familiarity with patent law and practice, including the MPEP, Code of Federal Regulations, is preferred.

Headquartered in Chicago with 12 offices globally, TT has received "best in class" awards from numerous independent third parties including FOW, Buy-Side Technology, The Technical Analyst and Chicago magazines as well as the Illinois Information Technology Association (ITA).

TT is committed to providing an environment where highly talented, challenge-hungry people thrive. We invest heavily in employee satisfaction. Competitive salaries, stock options, company-matched retirement plans, low-cost comprehensive health benefits, Flexible Spending Accounts, 22 days of paid time off plus holidays, pre-tax commuting benefits, health club subsidies, company-sponsored social outings, game room lounges, an ultra-casual work environment, company sponsored social events, and free breakfast, snacks, and beverages are just some of the benefits of working at TT.

Contact:
Please send your resumes to: careers@tradingtechnologies.com
222 South Riverside Plaza, Suite 1100 | Chicago, IL 60606 | http://www.tradingtechnologies.com/careers.

Trading Technologies
222 South Riverside Plaza, Suite 1100
Chicago, IL 60606
http://www.tradingtechnologies.com/careers

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

Are you interested in pursuing your passion in an industry that demands innovation? Trading Technologies (TT) is looking for self-motivated employees who thrive on challenges and take ownership in fast-paced and collaborative environments.

Trading Technologies (www.tradingtechnologies.com) develops multi-asset-class trading software and microsecond server-based execution solutions for the world’s premier investment banks, proprietary traders, brokers, hedge funds and other trading institutions. On any given day, thousands of traders in more than 40 countries use TT’s software to access dozens of global derivatives markets. TT’s software & solutions are distributed through more than 100 firms, including 19 of the top 20 U.S futures brokers.

Patent Attorney – Large Corporation – Atlanta, Ga.

January 15, 2013- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Any / Other, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Carestream Health, Inc. is seeking a Patent Attorney to support its Dental business unit, which includes digital dental x-ray systems and software, practice management software, dental film, and anesthetics. The Patent Attorney will be located at Carestream’s Atlanta, Georgia office.

Responsibilities:
• Draft patent applications
• Prosecute patent applications, both in the United States and internationally.
• Manage outside counsel involved in international prosecution.
• Provide legal counsel regarding patentability of new products and technologies.
• Provide legal counsel regarding infringement and validity issues.
• Provide advice on product and technology development in light of the competitive IP landscape.
• Review and analyze competitor patents and competitor technology and provide analysis for developing both defensive and offensive IP strategies.
• Provide support for patent litigation.
• Assist in developing and implementing policies and procedures relating to intellectual property.
• Keep current with case law and other legal developments.

Required Skills and Experience:
• J.D. from an accredited Law school.
• Minimum of B.S. in Electrical Engineering, B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, BS in Physics.
• Minimum of 5 years experience as a patent attorney, including experience in patent preparation and prosecution and counseling on infringement and validity issues.
• Admission to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
• Admission to one state bar; preferably admitted to Georgia or eligible for admission via reciprocity.
• Conversational French language skills highly desirable, with preference given to candidates with business level French language skills.
• Candidates local to Atlanta, Georgia strongly preferred..
• Must have the ability to travel to Carestream’s sites in Paris, France and Shanghai, China on regular basis.
• Ability to work with people at different management levels within the company.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects with rapidly changing priorities.
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment.
• Outstanding organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Computer skills: strong Word, Excel and experienced working with different databases.

Contact:
To apply for this position, please visit the careers section of our website at www.carestream.com/careers.

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: Atlanta, Georgia

Carestream Health is a dynamic global company with over 100 years of leadership in radiology and healthcare IT. We are passionately committed to helping our customers do their jobs better, faster and more cost effectively. By applying our insights and experience, we create inventive, elegant solutions that offer a smarter way forward.

Headquartered in Rochester, NY, Carestream has over 7000 employees operating in 150 countries. Our customers range from large enterprises to small private practices, including: large health systems, hospitals, imaging centers, medical groups and dental practices. In addition to our innovative radiology products, Carestream also sells solutions for information management, non-destructive testing, molecular imaging, thin-film coating & nanomaterials.

Carestream Health, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Patent Agent – Large Corporation – Holmdel, N.J.

January 8, 2013- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Agent

Vonage is seeking an Patent Agent for its Holmdel, N.J. headquarters. The Patent Agent will work in a collaborative and dynamic IP department, with primary responsibilities including the drafting, reviewing, filing and prosecution of patent applications with the USPTO and foreign patent offices. He or she will also be responsible for interfacing with employees – both technical and otherwise – across a broad range of the organization to ascertain the scope and status of product and service offerings in development, working with inventors to document invention disclosures and otherwise develop ideas to fruition and the securing of IP rights.

Senior IP Counsel – Small Corporation – Sioux Falls, S.D.

December 26, 2012- US - Midwest, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Work - Licensing / Other Corporate

POET is seeking a Senior Intellectual Property Counsel to work in its Sioux Falls, South Dakota office. The Senior Intellectual Property Counsel is the primary legal advisor to our management team on all IP matters (including patents, trademarks, copyright, and licensing) and an integral contributor to business and legal strategy.

Who We Seek
Are you as exceptional as a business person as you are an IP lawyer? Are you as creative and savvy at negotiating agreements as you are at navigating the patent landscape and mitigating risk? Do you love teaching in plain English the essential elements of your very technical jargon to scientists and business executives alike? Do you competitively improve things and get exasperated with mediocrity? Do you thrive on setting bold targets, tracking performance, and then beating those goals? Do you have humility enough to fervently serve your teammates?

If you honestly answered an emphatic, “Yes!” to all of these questions, then we would be pleased to hear from you. Innovation in the biorefining space is high as companies race to capture the growing demand for renewable energy. The patent issues in this space are broad, technically challenging, and a strategic imperative for POET.

Contact:
Apply by visiting this link: http://goo.gl/NoqTI.

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: Sioux Falls, South Dakota

Who We Are
At POET, we are passionate about reducing our country’s reliance on foreign energy, lifting economies by revitalizing global agriculture, and providing a cleaner, affordable alternative to fossil fuels. We also believe in creativity from common sense. Our engineers and scientists have a relentless focus on developing technologies for more efficient biofuel production with the slightest environmental footprint. By integrating that technology development with our expertise in construction, operations, risk management, and marketing, we’ve built a network of 27 biorefineries in seven states that each year produces in excess of 1.6 billion gallons of ethanol, 9 billion pounds of high protein animal feed, and thousands of pounds of bio-based oils and lubricants. We aim to revolutionize the worldwide development, production, and marketing of biorefined products.

At POET Legal, our vision is to become the premier legal department among companies of our size. Our nimble team runs like a business, with a strategy and differentiated value proposition built around an intimate knowledge of our company and the needs of our business team.

Software Patent Prosecutor – Small Corporation – Palo Alto, Calif.

December 21, 2012- US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house)

Theranos is seeking a Software Patent Prosecutor.

Patent Attorney – Other – Wayne, N.J.

December 14, 2012- US - Northeast, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Any / Other, Tech - Biotech, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Maquet is seeking a Patent Attorney who will report directly to the General Counsel and will (i) provide patent drafting and prosecution services, assuring protection of the company’s legal rights and ability to market and sell its products, and (ii) review and draft contracts for the company (both general business related and intellectual property related).

Responsibilities:
• Patent prosecution, including the preparation, filing, and prosecution of new patent applications.
• Draft and review business contracts, including supply and manufacturing agreements, purchase agreements, licenses, etc.
• Supporting counsel in the preparation of intellectual property related legal opinions on issues such as freedom to operate, ownership, infringement, and validity.
• Supporting patent related due diligence in commercial transactions such as acquisitions, divestitures, and licensing.
• Communicate effectively with R&D on patent matters.

Qualifications:
• Admitted to the Bar (NJ or NY preferred).
• Undergraduate degree in mechanical or electrical engineering or physics strongly preferred.
• Registration to practice before the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office.
• A minimum of three year's patent prosecution experience. Experience reviewing and drafting contracts is a plus.
• Must be familiar with patent related case law and have experience in analyzing the patentability of inventions and the validity of patents, and drafting related opinions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) is essential.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to relate comfortably at all levels within business clients, and with multinational personnel from a variety of cultures, backgrounds and locations.
• Be highly motivated, with the ability to pro-actively organize a heavy workload and demonstrate excellent analytical abilities.
• A flexible and proactive approach to problems and demands, with the ability to thrive on challenge and react quickly and positively to a fast-moving and challenging environment.
• A record of providing legal services in a timely, accurate, and professional manner.

Contact:
To learn more and to apply, please visit this link: http://www.Click2Apply.net/3f5sgq3. Maquet is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Other
Job Location: Wayne, New Jersey

The MAQUET Group is a subsidiary of the publicly-listed Swedish company GETINGE AB and is the leading international provider of forward-looking products and therapeutic applications for the OR and ICU.

As a specialist for the three divisions Cardiovascular, Critical Care and Surgical Workplaces, MAQUET employs more than 5,000 personnel worldwide in research, development, production, sales and service.

• In the Critical Care division MAQUET focuses on the implementation of innovative products and solutions for ventilation and anesthesia.
• In the Cardiovascular division MAQUET bundles its competencies for the gentle treatment of heart, lung and vascular diseases.
• In the Surgical Workplaces division MAQUET concentrates on the implementation of efficient, practice-oriented workplaces in the operating room.

Patent Counsel – Corporation – San Francisco, Calif.

December 10, 2012- US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate

Join Dropbox as one of the first members of the legal department. We're in the early stages of building a legal team to pursue our mission of helping people have their stuff everywhere and share it easily. Our technology, vision, and team make this a great place to impact people around the world. As patent counsel you’ll have a broad range of responsibilities counseling the company on patent related matters. You’ll develop and implement legal approaches and processes for our patents globally. Entrepreneurial by nature, you will have immediate impact with your analytic rigor, uncanny judgment, effective counseling, and ability to get things done. If you are a person with user-driven instincts who loves a challenging, team-focused, and fast environment, then this is the place for you.

IP Counsel – Large Corporation – Mentor, Ohio

December 8, 2012- US - Midwest, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Prosecution

Avery Dennison is seeking an IP Counsel to work in The Materials Group, its largest global division. This intellectual property counsel will focus on both U.S. and international intellectual property services, including IP prosecution (patent applications and office actions), transactions involving IP (licensing and development), patent opinions, right to markets, patent landscapes, trade secret protection, trademarks, and copyrights. This attorney will also be expected to work closely with the Materials Group’s global research and innovation functions assisting with efforts in the US, Europe, China, and India. This position reports to the Materials Group Senior Intellectual Property Counsel and is based in the Regional Law Department in Mentor, Ohio. A background in chemistry or a related field is strongly preferred. Demonstrated skills in practical day-to-day client support and counseling is a must.

Responsibilities:
• Provide a full spectrum of intellectual property legal services including client counseling, IP transactions including technology development and licensing contracts, patent protection, surveillance, enforcement, licensing, and litigation.
• Conduct patent novelty, validity and right to market studies and patent and information searches using internal and external resources and vendors, analyzing and summarizing search results.
• Draft and file patent applications and liaison with inventors for the information needed to prepare and file patent applications; conduct such drafting and liaison activities.
• Draft and file foreign and PCT patent applications and liaison with inventors and foreign counsel for the information needed to prepare and file patent applications; handle such filing and liaison activities.
• Attend to ongoing patent prosecution, including preparing responses to Office Actions received from patent offices, foreign and domestic.
• Transaction services include IP agreements such as license agreements, secrecy agreements, joint development agreements, and consulting agreements, as well as intellectual property advice in regard to M&A negotiations and other transactions.

Requirements:
• Must possess a technical degree, preferably in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering or a related field.
• Must possess a law degree (with excellent academic credentials), be registered with the USPTO, and be a member of the Bar in good standing. Willing to consider outstanding candidates admitted to the Bar in any state.
• 3-7 years of patent legal experience in a diverse intellectual property practice (law firm or in-house), including patent drafting and prosecution, non-infringement opinions, and freedom to operate opinions.
• Familiarity with films and adhesives, or products that are based on related chemistries is a plus.
• Experience with other intellectual property (IP) such as trademark and copyright is useful.
• Must have strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A working knowledge of PCT and European patent practice is desirable.
• Experience drafting patents (patent prosecution).
• Transactional experience (licensing, JDA, partnering agreements, negotiation experience with universities) is a plus.
• Litigation experience is a plus.
• Approximately 25% travel should be expected.

Contact:
Apply by visiting this link: https://www.averydennison.apply2jobs.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=mExternal.showJob&RID=8190&sid=63.

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Mentor, Ohio

Patent Engineer – Large Corporation – St. Louis, Mo.

December 7, 2012- US - Midwest, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Any / Other, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate

Elekta, a human care company pioneering significant innovations and clinical solutions for treating cancer and brain disorders, is currently seeking a Patent Engineer to join our team.

The role of a Patent Engineer (PE) is to be a catalyst for idea generation, evaluate said ideas to find candidates for patent protection, and to interact with US patent consultants for drafting and prosecution of patent applications. In addition, the PE will build up a competitive patent portfolio and monitor competitor patents using database systems.

Working with corporate Patent Manager as a part of a small global team, the PE will:

• Assume the primary responsibility for Research and Development patents arising from Elekta’s US sites, which are predominately involved in Software Engineering.
• Promote and develop patenting and management of new applications.
• Operate searches for new technical developments
• Monitor and analyze patent applications for technical trends, potential infringements and license opportunities in addition to managing the existing portfolio.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications:
• Advanced degree in a scientific or engineering discipline (MS or PhD) and 3-5 years of related professional experience is required. A PhD is strongly preferred.
• Patent experience is required. Patent experience in the software industry is STRONGLY preferred.
• Professional engineers with related background (academia or industry) will be considered. Legal qualifications are not required for this opportunity.
• Must be personable, approachable, self-driven and able to encourage idea generation.
• Must have excellent organizational skills and an eye for details.
• Must possess the ability to quickly understand advanced technical inventions, even in areas where one might not have much experience.
• Must have a strong understanding of the English language, as the job will involve reading and extracting the inventive features from patent publications.
• Must have a broad technical understanding as products involve complex technology in the areas of mechanical, software, electronics and/or radiation physics.
• Domestic and International Travel will be required for this position.

Contact:
Apply online by visiting this link: https://uscareers-elekta.icims.com/jobs/2424/job?mode=apply&iis=patently-o.

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: St. Louis, Missouri

Elekta develops sophisticated, state-of-the-art tools and treatment planning systems for radiation therapy and radiosurgery, as well as workflow enhancing software systems across the spectrum of cancer care. Our clinical solutions and information systems are used in over 5,000 hospitals globally and every day more than 100,000 patients receive diagnosis, treatment of follow-up with the help of an Elekta product.

Patent Attorney – Large Corporation – Salt Lake City, Utah

November 30, 2012- US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

FLSmidth, a multinational company in the engineering and manufacturing industries seeks, due to continued growth and expansion, an experienced Patent Attorney to work in our Global IPR Portfolio Management department, based in Salt Lake City, Utah, U.S.A.

IP Counsel – Large Corporation – Kalamazoo, Mich. and San Jose, Calif.

November 30, 2012- US - Midwest, - US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Any / Other, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Litigation

Stryker Corporation seeks two intellectual property attorneys, one to be based in Kalamazoo, MI; the other to be based in San Jose or Fremont, CA.

Corporate Counsel (Patent Litigation) – Small Corporation – Foster City, Calif.

November 19, 2012- US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Gilead Sciences is seeking a Corporate Counsel II - Intellectual Property - Patent Litigation. This position reports to the Senior Counsel - Patent Litigation and will be responsible for assisting with the global defense of Gilead’s patent portfolio. The title will depend upon the candidate’s years of relevant experience. Specific responsibilities will include assisting with patent litigation in the U.S. and foreign countries, providing support in global opposition, invalidation and revocation proceedings and handling a small docket of patent application preparation and prosecution. The position may occasionally be called upon to assist the department in managing work load by undertaking additional activities as needed to support the IP interests of the company. The position may also occasionally be engaged in activities designed to improve departmental processes and procedures as requested by the Senior Counsel - Patent Litigation and/or the VP Intellectual Property.

Essential Duties and Job Functions:
• Actively participate in litigation teams by assisting with overall litigation strategy, interviewing fact and expert witnesses, collaborating with outside counsel for the preparation of witnesses for deposition and attending same, collaborating with outside counsel in the selection and preparation of expert testimony
• Assist in internal document collection and production
• Assist in reviewing correspondence, arguments, memos, and briefs in support of litigation
• Assist in providing instruction to local counsel in foreign litigation matters and coordination of consistent positions across various countries
• Assist with the preparation of comprehensive patent portfolio summary documents and conducting patent portfolio reviews
• Contribute to the development of strategy and arguments related to global opposition, invalidation and revocation proceedings;
• Assist in the evaluation of Gilead’s patent portfolio in advance of litigation and engage in the activities to maximize the strength of same;
• On occasion, conduct or assist in freedom-to-operate, validity and due diligence analysis and prepare opinions regarding same; and
• Collaborating and assisting other IP department professionals to secure patents for Gilead inventions world-wide

Knowledge, Experience and Skills:
• Bachelors degree in biology, chemistry, pharmacy or other related life sciences degree.
• Juris Doctorate and admission to at least one State Bar.
• USPTO Registration
• Experience: From 5-8 years of relevant experience which will include a broad range of activities including patent drafting and prosecution, due diligence, opinion work, and patent litigation. At least 2 years of experience in patent litigation is required and particularly those with experience in Hatch-Waxman litigation are preferred.

Other:
• This position requires demonstration of Gilead’s core values: Teamwork, Accountability, Excellence and Integrity
• This position requires working within a team extensively and accordingly, the ability to work collaboratively and efficiently with others is absolutely critical. You must possess strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with a variety of different personalities to be successful in this role.
• This is an “in-office” position. While occasional, reasonable requests for telecommuting will be accommodated, a regular out-of-office telecommute schedule is not Gilead’s policy and is not a viable option for this position.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are necessary, including the ability to speak and write clearly and concisely.
• The successful candidate will be a highly motivated self-starter and will be given increasing responsibility. The ability to competently carry-out and follow through on directives and to learn quickly is expected.
• The candidate is expected to be proficient at applying legal analysis in a business context.
• Demonstrating the ability to independently identify issues, goals, needs and solutions will be key for future success.
• The ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment is critical.
• The candidate must be proficient in MS Office-based applications.
• Travel Requirements: Business trips within the U.S. and occasionally abroad associated with litigation-related activities will be required, typically not exceeding 15% annually.

Contact:
We are an equal opportunity employer. Apply online today by visiting this link: https://www.gilead.apply2jobs.com/ProfExt/index.cfm?fuseaction=mExternal.showJob&RID=10212&CurrentPage=1.

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: Foster City, California

Corporate Patent Attorney – Large Corporation – Portland, Ore. Area

November 19, 2012- US - Northwest, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Mentor Graphics is an electronic design automation (EDA) company that creates software and hardware for designing, verifying, and testing IC and PCB circuits and embedded digital systems. The company’s product areas include circuit simulation, logical verification, physical verification, design-for-test, place and route, hardware emulation, synthesis, and mixed signal simulation.

The position will work in Mentor Graphics’ Legal Department as part of a small patent prosecution group working closely with product R&D organizations. Specific duties include identifying and prioritizing inventions for patenting; drafting, filing, and prosecuting patent applications; managing foreign associates for prosecution of non-U.S. patent applications; and advising product groups on patent infringement, design-around projects, and other intellectual property related issues.

Job Qualifications:
All candidates should have excellent decision-making and judgment skills; demonstrate ability to work independently and efficiently, meet demanding deadlines and balance multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment; work well with individuals from diverse backgrounds, nationalities, and time zones; have an undergraduate degree in electrical engineering, computer science, physics, or a related field; and be willing to occasionally travel. Experience drafting and prosecuting patent applications is preferable, but not required.

Experienced patent attorneys will have passed the USPTO patent bar; have experience drafting and prosecuting patent applications; and be familiar with USPTO and PCT rules. Experience within the EDA industry is a significant plus.

Mentor Graphics will also consider candidates who are not patent attorneys, but who have demonstrable, excellent technical writing skills and are willing to sit for the USPTO patent agent exam; and have direct experience with EDA tools and the EDA industry.

The Benefits:
Mentor Graphics believes in fostering a work environment that promotes a healthy work-life balance. Our world class benefits package includes up to 32 days of vacation/holiday pay per year, 401k matching, Stock purchase plan, annual performance reviews/bonuses, education reimbursement, partially paid Medical/Dental/Vision insurance and much more. Our Wilsonville site also has an onsite, 24/7 workout facility, full service cafeteria, day care center, basketball courts, sand volleyball, and daily exercise classes.

Contact:
Apply online by visiting this link: http://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH08/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=MENTOR&cws=1&rid=824.

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

Standards Counsel – Large Corporation – Cupertino, Calif.

November 2, 2012- US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Any / Other, Tech - Electrical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate

Apple seeks to hire a Standards Counsel. As a member of Apple's in-house legal team, your role as a standards attorney will be managing legal policy, processes and matters related to participation in technical standards organizations, consortia and special interest groups. You will work internally with Legal and business organizations to develop and implement policy and processes related to participation in standards bodies; educate business organizations on standards-related legal issues; participate and/or hold governance positions in patent policy committees within standards bodies; draft agreements and policies; track patent portfolio impact; and manage compliance with legal obligations arising from or otherwise associated with participation in standards bodies.

The successful candidate will have the following attributes:
• excellent communication, analytical, organization, advocacy and negotiation skills
• highly motivated and independent self-starter
• ability to excel in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

• Must have 4 - 8+ years experience in advocating and/or counseling on legal matters related to participation in standards bodies.
• Registered Patent Attorney or other equivalent experience in handling patent issues related to standards and participation in standards bodies.
• Must have insight and deep knowledge in the operation and intellectual property policies of standards bodies.
• Must have experience working directly with high ranking corporate executives.
• Must have experience in participating in standards bodies' policy working groups to develop and/or revise intellectual property policies.

Highly Desired Qualifications include:
• Corporate in-house legal experience counseling on patent and other intellectual property issues related to participation in standards bodies
• Experience drafting agreements or policies for standards bodies
• Telecom experience a plus

Contact:
For additional information and to apply for this position, please visit this link: http://jobs.apple.com/index.ajs?BID=1&method=mExternal.showJob&RID=124851&CurrentPage=1

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

IP and Patent Attorney – Small Corporation – San Francisco, Calif.

September 27, 2012- US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Electrical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate

Leap Motion is seeking an experienced patent and IP attorney. This position will report to the General Counsel and will serve in an important role for Leap Motion, creating an IP strategy for patent prosecution, trademark registration and copyright protection and drafting patent applications on an ongoing basis. The individual must have excellent writing skills, an extensive knowledge of patent law and practice, an interest in complex mathematical concepts, strong project management skills and the ability to communicate effectively with engineers.

Primary Duties: 
• Develop and advance strategy for expanding Leap’s patent portfolio, set objectives and manage work to meet them.
• Work closely with engineers and management to identify inventions that may be patented.
• Conduct and review patent searches to refine applications.
• Draft provisional and non-provisional patent applications.
• Examine product roadmap to anticipate areas that may create patentable innovations.
• Copyright appropriate IP and register trademarks.

Job Requirements: 
• Ability to understand, distill and describe complex technological inventions in clear prose.
• Passion for new technology and algorithms and the academic background to understand them.
• Excellent writing and communication skills.
• Efficient and disciplined work habits.
• Periodic travel to San Francisco.

Education and Experience: 
JD and BA/BS or MA/MS Degree, preferably in Engineering or Computer Science and 7+ years of experience at a law firm or technology company.

The position will be based in New York City and will require periodic travel to San Francisco.

Contact:
Apply online by visiting this link: http://leapmotion.com/jobs.html.

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

Leap Motion recently announced the world's most accurate 3D motion control technology. With sub-millimeter accuracy, real-time response rate and ten-finger mapping, the Leap is years ahead of its time, and fundamentally changes how humans interact with computers.

Check out our demo video, which has been viewed over 6 million times: www.leapmotion.com.

We’ve been featured in well over 600 news publications and we've had overwhelming interest from consumers pre-ordering our device. We also are collaborating with top-tier manufacturers who are planning to licence/integrate our technology into millions of laptops, monitors, TVs, gaming consoles, tablets, phones, cars, robots, appliances, simulators, and much more.

In addition, we have had an overwhelming response from developers, with over 26,000 applications for our SDK.

In addition, we have had an overwhelming response from developers, with over 26,000 applications for our SDK who are looking to build revolutionary apps in the areas of 3D design/graphics, science/medical, games, robotics, AR/VR, data/imaging, education, art/music creation/presentations and many more -- all of which will kick start the LEAP App Store.

This is an once in a lifetime opportunity to completely change human computer interaction; we have the potential to disrupt all facets of technology, revolutionize many industries and have dramatic world impact.

Lawyer – Small Corporation – Berlin, Germany

September 21, 2012- Europe, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Any / Other, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Litigation

For its headquarters in Berlin, Sigram Schindler Beteiligungsgesellschaft, a holding and majority shareholder of TELES AG, a dynamic corporate group in the telecommunications growth market, is looking for a fully qualified Lawyer.

Patent Agent – Large Corporation – Maplewood, Minnesota

September 18, 2012- US - Midwest, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Any / Other, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Agent

3M is seeking a Patent Agent for the Office of Intellectual Property Counsel in Maplewood, MN.

The person hired for the position of Patent Agent will primarily be responsible for providing a comprehensive range of patent legal services related to the preparation and prosecution of patent applications in assigned areas.

Roles and Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
• Applying knowledge of U.S. and foreign patent laws to independently define inventions and draft and prosecute high-quality patent applications in the USPTO and foreign patent offices.
• Handling other USPTO patent proceedings such as preparing and prosecuting reissue and reexamination applications as needed.
• Working with foreign patent counsel to manage foreign patent office proceedings such as bringing and defending oppositions, invalidation trials, nullity suits, trials for correction, etc. as needed.
• Proactively providing other high quality patent services as may be needed relating to education, training, technical support for other activities, etc.

Responsibilities of this position may include direct and/or indirect physical or logical access to information, systems, technologies subjected to the regulations/compliance with U.S. Export Control Laws.

U.S. Export Control laws and U.S. Government Department of Defense contracts and sub-contracts impose certain restrictions on companies and their ability to share export-controlled and other technology and services with certain "non-U.S. persons" (persons who are not U.S. citizens or nationals, lawful permanent residents of the U.S., refugees, "Temporary Residents" (granted Amnesty or Special Agricultural Worker provisions), or persons granted asylum (but excluding persons in nonimmigrant status such as H-1B, L-1, F-1, etc.) or non-U.S. citizens.

To comply with these laws, and in conjunction with the review of candidates for those positions within 3M that may present access to export controlled technical data, 3M must assess employees' U.S. person status, as well as citizenship(s).

The questions asked in this application are intended to assess this and will be used for evaluation purposes only. Failure to provide the necessary information in this regard will result in our inability to consider you further for this particular position. The decision whether or not to file or pursue an export license application is at 3M Company's sole election.

Contact:
Apply online by visiting this link: http://jobs.3m.com/job/Maplewood-Patent-Agent-Job-MN-55106/2083219/.

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

For more than 100 years, 3M has been a company that delivers both sustainable growth and consistent results. Today is no exception. We are making great progress toward inventing a new future for 3M - a future of faster growth and increased competitiveness, while continuing to deliver superior results.

IP Counsel – Large Corporation – St. Louis, Mo.

September 7, 2012- US - Midwest, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate

Mallinckrodt Pharmaceuticals is seeking an IP Counsel to join its intellectual property team at the company’s headquarters location in Hazelwood, Missouri. This person will provide a broad range of IP support for product lines that may include branded pharmaceuticals, generic pharmaceuticals, active pharmaceutical ingredients, contrast media, nuclear medicine, and medical devices.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1.Evaluation of patentability and business needs
2.Preparation of patent applications
3.Prosecution of patent applications
4.Client counseling on a wide variety of IP matters
5.Participation in the product development teams
6.Supervision of outside counsel
7.Preparation of freedom-to-practice opinions
8.Preparation and negotiation of IP agreements
9.Participation in the IP aspects of acquisitions and divestitures

DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC/NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Other duties as assigned with or without accommodation.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Education required/ preferred:
• Degree in chemistry, biochemistry, chemical engineering, biology, pharmacy, or a related field
• JD degree
• Admission to a state bar
• Eligible for admission in Missouri (eventual admission in Missouri will be required)
• Admitted to practice before the USPTO

Experience:
• 3-5 years in a corporate IP department or law firm
• Substantial experience drafting and prosecuting patent applications in the chemical, biological, pharmaceutical, or medical device arts

Preferred Skills/Qualifications:
• A background in organic chemistry, including organic synthesis
• Experience with the Hatch-Waxman act
• Experience preparing freedom to practice opinions
• Familiarity with the design, evaluation, manufacture, and marketing of pharmaceuticals
• Familiarity with FDA regulatory issues

Skills/Competencies:
• Ability to work accurately with minimal supervision
• Excellent interpersonal skills

Other Skills:
• Ability to learn on the fly
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Confident in ability to make sound decisions
• High level of professionalism

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS/SCOPE:
• This position reports to the VP of Intellectual Property within the Legal Department. This position has no direct reports.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
• Typical office working environment.

DISCLAIMER:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position.

Contact:
Apply online at: http://careers.covidien.com.

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: St. Louis, Missouri

Job Description Covidien is a leading global healthcare products company that creates innovative medical solutions for better patient outcomes and delivers value through clinical leadership and excellence. Covidien manufactures, distributes and services a diverse range of industry-leading product lines in three segments: Medical Devices, Pharmaceuticals and Medical Supplies. With 2011 revenue of $11.6 billion, Covidien has 41,000 employees worldwide in more than 65 countries, and its products are sold in over 140 countries. Please visit http://www.covidien.com to learn more about our business.

Founded as Mallinckrodt in 1867, the $2 billion Covidien pharmaceutical segment is in the process of spinning off into a separate business. This creates exciting opportunities to grow your career within an established organization that is soon to be an independent public company. Currently, the Company expects that the spinoff process will be completed in mid-2013. While we are undergoing the process, the pharmaceuticals business remains a segment of Covidien, and will continue to operate according to the Company’s strategic plan, focusing on our customers and patients who rely on our products. Equally important, pharmaceuticals’ mission remains the same: To make diagnostics and medicines better and safer for you and your family.

IP Lawyers/Patent Attorneys/Patent Agents – Large Corporation – Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

August 30, 2012- Asia, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Saudi Basic Industries Corporation (“SABIC”) is seeking IP Lawyers/Patent Attorneys/Patent Agents from entry level to 6 years of experience.

Responsibilities:
You will be primarily responsible for supporting the Lead IP Counsel, KSA, Middle East & Africa and Technology & Innovation leaders in developing and implementing IP strategy, providing legal and IP counseling and contract support to enhance the value of SABIC technology. This will include patent preparation, prosecution and maintenance, drafting and negotiating IP agreements, patent litigation and IP due diligence. SABIC will consider IP counsel, Patent Attorneys and Patent Agents but a chemical, chemical engineering or life sciences education and background is essential. Legal experience from the US, UK or Europe and admission to a recognized bar (USPTO, European Patent Office, etc.) is preferred.

The role provide ambitious lawyers with a superb opportunity to work as part of a world class legal function across Asia, the Middle East, Europe and the Americas. In addition, you will benefit from a highly attractive tax free package that includes a bonus, children's school fees and other benefits.

Contact:
If you are interested in this opportunity, please send your resume to our exclusively retained Consultant, Elizabeth Williams at elizabeth@ews-search.com or call me for a confidential discussion at: Direct Dial 011 971 4 367 1752. This mandate is being handled exclusively by EWS and any direct or third party applications will be forwarded to EWS for their consideration.

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Saudi Basic Industries Corporation (“SABIC”) is one of the world’s leading and most profitable manufacturers of chemicals, plastics, fertilizers and metals. With annual revenues of $50 billion and around 40,000 employees in 40 countries, SABIC was estimated by Forbes in 2011 to be the second largest global diversified chemicals company in the world. With significant investments in technology and innovation planned for 2013 and beyond, the company is poised to continue its rapid global expansion. To help support this growth, it is now recruiting a number of high caliber lawyers to join its global legal function which already boasts 100 legal professionals worldwide.