Division Counsel, Intellectual Property – Corporation – Worcester, MA

August 25, 2022- US - Northeast, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Regulatory

Saint-Gobain, a large corporation, is seeking an Intellectual Property Division Counsel to work in Worcester, MA

"This Job Matters”
What’s the job?
This position will manage business law matters (including commercial litigation) for Saint-Gobain Corporation and its subsidiaries in the United States and Canada, primarily matters involving construction products businesses.

Providing day-to-day legal advice to employees in various business units in connection with business law and commercial litigation matters
Working on acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, and other strategic investments
Recommending courses of action, selecting and directing outside counsel in connection with litigation; drafting, reviewing and negotiating contracts; and providing advice and counseling
Manage external legal spend with a focus on delivering high quality work at a good value, including budgeting and AFAs where appropriate
Assist the Associate General Counsel with projects he or she delegates and assist the Deputy General Counsel on transactional matters he or she may delegate from time to time.
Periodic travel is required

“Your Skills Matter”
What do you bring?

B.A or B.S. degree and a JD degree + admission in good standing to a state bar, preferably Pennsylvania
A minimum of 5 years’ prior business law experience, in a law firm and/or a corporate law department. Having both law firm and corporate experience is preferred.
This position requires a deep knowledge of substantive law in several key areas: mergers and acquisitions, and general corporate and commercial law. Solid experience in antitrust is preferred.

“You Matter to Us”
What are our perks?
We provide unique options to fit your unique lives! Our Total Rewards Program is customizable to accommodate your needs. Our menu of flexible options includes, but is not limited to:

Excellent healthcare options: Medical, vision, prescription & dental
Family Focus & Balance: Parental leave, paid time-off and Employee Assistance Program
Financial Security: Competitive 401(k), Company-funded Retirement Accumulation Plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program (PEG)
Tuition Reimbursement: Continuing education for every season of your career
Pet Insurance options: Insurance plan & prescription discount program for your furry friends
Employee Recognition Programs
PerkSpot: Our exclusive one-stop online discount marketplace
LiveWell: Rewarding you for living a healthy lifestyle

“What We Do Matters”
Why work for us?
At Saint-Gobain, our employees have pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, & Collaboration. Our company encourages diversity and inclusion in all its forms while our products make the world a more beautiful, safer, and sustainable home.

Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.

Apply online at:
https://joinus.saint-gobain.com/en/usa/law/p/74421/116176/division-counsel-intellectual-property

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Worcester, MA

Associate IP Attorney – Corporation – Multiple locations and hybrid

August 21, 2022Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Attorney, Work - Patent Prosecution

Thermo Fisher Scientific, a large corporation, is seeking an Associate IP Attorney.

Sr. Patent Agent – Corporation – Houston, Texas

August 4, 2022Emp - Corporate (in-house), Work - Licensing / Other Corporate

For Lummus’ Houston office, we are currently seeking a talented Patent Agent that is looking for opportunities for personal and professional development. Reporting to the Chief IP Counsel, this candidate will be responsible for providing patent-related services tailored to the needs of assigned business unit(s) and helping to shape the future of an exciting global technology company.

Key Responsibilities:

Developing and maintaining an understanding of the business and technology of the assigned business unit(s), as well as associated patent portfolios
Identifying patent risks to assigned business units and managing them in collaboration with IP attorneys
Efficiently implementing IP strategies while exercising control over internal and external costs
Assisting inventors with the writing and submittal of invention disclosures, instructing inventors in legal requirements for a patentable invention, and advising inventors on data and other information needed to increase patentability of inventions
Critically reviewing and evaluating submitted invention disclosures, and performing technical analysis of inventions
Performing and evaluating patentability searches
Providing technical reviews and support for freedom-to-operate assessments and IP enforcement matters
Maintaining expertise in US and PCT patent laws/regulations and general knowledge of patent laws in at least some foreign jurisdictions
Managing outside counsel on the prosecution of patent applications, and working with inventors or business leads to support the prosecution of patent applications
Managing annuities and other deadline-driven patent decisions
Leading and/or supporting patent committee meetings
The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by persons assigned to this classification. Statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required for this position.

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, Chemistry, or similar; advanced degree preferred but not required
USPTO Patent Bar registration
At least 3-5 years of experience drafting and prosecuting patent applications and managing global patent portfolios, preferably in a law firm
Thorough understanding of US and PCT patent laws/regulations and good knowledge of at least some foreign patent laws and practices
Ability to independently prepare and prosecute US and PCT patent applications
Ability to collaborate with foreign counsel on prosecution of foreign patent applications
Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to effectively communicate with business leaders
Outstanding analytical skills with a reliable eye for quality and detail
Ability to manage priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment with myriad business pressures
Ability to think beyond the rules of patent filings and prosecution and focus on the practicalities and context of business needs
Ability to work well within a team, taking direction and providing leadership as needed

Apply online at:
https://aa273.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?job=2200090&tz=GMT-05%3A00&tzname=America%2FChicago

Please include a current resume with your submission.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Houston, Texas

Patent Attorney/Agent – Corporation – San Diego, CA

August 3, 2022- US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech

Genomatica, Inc., a small corporation, is seeking a Patent Attorney/Agent to work in San Diego, CA

Patent Attorney – Corporation – Cambridge MA, West Lafayette IN, Ghent BE

July 28, 2022- Europe, - US - Midwest, - US - Northeast, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech

Inari is seeking an outstanding patent attorney to strengthen our internal IP practice. You will work closely with Inari’s science and business teams to ensure freedom-to-operate for its procedures, technologies, and products and develop, grow, manage, and protect the company’s intellectual property portfolio for its innovative agricultural and science-based technologies and products. This is a highly interactive role that requires excellent communication skills and the ability to provide pragmatic and business-savvy advice, identify innovations, and succinctly identify and communicate decisions to both scientific and executive teams. The position reports to the Assistant General Counsel, Intellectual Property.

The ideal candidate demonstrates the ability to execute and manage a global patent strategy for innovative clients while being equally hands-on and able to execute at a technical/tactical level. Experience in the field of genome editing and/or plant related inventions are an advantage. This role can be located in either Ghent, Belgium, or Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA and reports to the Assistant General Counsel, Intellectual Property.

As Patent Attorney, you will…

Develop, manage and execute a comprehensive and effective global patent and plant variety protection strategies for Inari’s portfolio of plant products including in-house drafting of patent claims and efficient management of outside counsel
Ensure freedom to operate and minimize exposure to third party IP, including establishing IP landscape and “white space” analysis in cooperation with the science team; providing and drafting opinions
Collaborate with technology and product development teams to build strong patent portfolios around key assets to ensure a long-term competitive advantage
Lead IP due diligence, review, and participate in agreement drafting and negotiations
Provide IP counsel and education to Inari scientists and management while supporting Inari’s corporate and business development efforts with regard to IP due diligence, competitive intelligence, and licensing

You bring…

5+ years of experience in life science related patent protection including patent preparation and prosecution, IP landscape and FTO analysis, opinion work
Qualified as a US or European patent attorney. Experience in international IP management, especially in EU and Brazil.
Advanced degree (MA or Ph.D) in plant or life sciences, such as molecular biology or biochemistry
Knowledge of patent law and procedure, including international patent prosecution
Creative and strategic thinking; willingness to be bold and take risks; the ability to recognize and learn from failure; flexible, agile, personable, team-oriented approach; an ability to think “out-of-the-box”; and operate in a fast-paced, early stage, small company environment
A collaborative mindset that is open to giving and receiving ideas, perspectives, and feedback working with a diverse range of individuals and audiences.
Proven ability to set and meet ambitious deadlines, handle numerous multifaceted legal issues and see projects through to conclusion
Ability to distill complexity and to communicate decisively with sound judgment
A strong sense of purpose and drive to develop unique, high impact solutions
Adaptability and enthusiasm for new challenges, innate curiosity, and a passion for learning

Apply online at:
https://inari.com/career/patent-attorney

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Cambridge MA, West Lafayette IN, Ghent BE

Patent Attorney, Biologics – Corporation – Gaithersburg, MD or Boston, MA

July 11, 2022- US - Northeast, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech

AstraZeneca, a large corporation, is seeking a Patent Attorney to work in Gaithersburg, MD or Boston, MA

Senior Director – Patent Counsel (Oncology) – Corporation – Indianapolis, IN

June 29, 2022- US - Midwest, Emp - Corporate (in-house)

Lilly is seeking an experienced and strategic patent attorney focused on providing solutions-oriented advice and counselling for issues facing Lilly in discovery, development and commercialization of pharmaceutical products. Individual must be energized by working in a dynamic environment with broad responsibility. This position reports to Associate VP – Assistant General Patent Counsel in Oncology and requires close collaboration with other members of the Loxo@Lilly and Lilly Legal Patent team and business leadership.

Responsibilities:

Draft and prosecute pharmaceutical patent applications in all jurisdictions, primarily related to novel target discoveries such as diagnostics, in accordance with business requirements, patent laws and Lilly policies and procedures.
Proactively analyze risks and develop sound strategic and tactical approaches/solutions with appropriate consideration of business objectives and the environment.
Advise teams and senior management about exclusivity, freedom to operate, due diligence, contract, licensing, and litigation risks in a manner consistent with the law, ethics, and Lilly policies; communicate advice in a clear and concise manner.
Develop, coordinate, support and, optionally, lead inter and ex parte challenges in all jurisdictions related to Lilly and/or third-party portfolios.
Participate and contribute to overall strategy established through departmental guidance forums related to patent procurement or litigation strategies.
Lead with a continuous improvement mindset by remaining well versed in global laws, court precedents, and regulations pertinent to pharmaceutical products; apply knowledge appropriately in carrying out individual responsibilities as well as opportunities within the team and organization.
Prioritize, lead, and manage projects; contribute to the implementation of new policies and procedures; lead task-directed teams.
Contribute to efficiency, collegiality, and collaboration.

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree or higher in a scientific field that together with prior work experience, provides sufficient background for effective communication with scientists and management about scientific aspects of discovery, development, and commercialization of pharmaceutical products.
Doctor of Jurisprudence (J.D.) degree from an accredited U.S. institution.
Minimum of four years of post-JD experience as a patent attorney in a law firm or industry.
At least 4 years of experience preparing and prosecuting patent applications relating to diagnostics, and some experience preparing and prosecuting small molecule and biologic (large molecule) patent applications.
Presently admitted to practice law in at least one US jurisdiction and presently licensed to represent clients in patent matters before the USPTO; in good standing in each state and in the USPTO; no discipline issues on record.
Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to be employed in the United States. Lilly does not anticipate providing sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B or TN status) for this employment position.

Additional Skills/Preferences:

Highly motivated and collaborative partner with the ability to work effectively with team members and members of management across all levels of the organization.
Demonstrated leadership and effectiveness in working with senior leadership.
Experience in the pharmaceutical industry in a scientific position in drug discovery or development, or demonstrated significant experience with and knowledge of drug discovery and development, and/or with patent litigation relating to pharmaceutical products.
Innovative and proactively identifies opportunities and looks for new, creative solutions.
Ability to influence and lead boldly in a dynamic environment.
High learning agility, including: creatively solving problems; having ability to deal with complexity; commitment to expand knowledge and adapt to a changing environment; and having the ability to make the complex understandable.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to influence others.
Demonstrated ability to appropriately handle confidential information.

Additional Information:

Office work preferably located at Loxo@Lilly (Boulder/Louisville, CO) primarily supporting groups located at Loxo@Lilly and Lilly Corporate Center (Indianapolis). Travel is usually not significant (0-5%), but travel could become more significant (10-20%) intermittently for internal/external requirements.
Lilly currently anticipates that the base salary for this position could range from between $150,000 to $220,000 and will depend, in part, on the successful candidate’s qualifications for the role, including education and experience. Full-time equivalent employees also will be eligible for a company bonus (depending, in part, on company and individual performance). In addition, Lilly offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees, including eligibility to participate in a company-sponsored 401(k); pension; vacation benefits; eligibility for medical, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; flexible benefits (e.g., healthcare and/or dependent day care flexible spending accounts); life insurance and death benefits; certain time off and leave of absence benefits; and well-being benefits (e.g., employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities). Of course, the compensation described above is subject to change and could be higher or lower than the range described above. Further, Lilly reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion and Lilly’s compensation practices and guidelines will apply regarding the details of any promotion or transfer of Lilly employees.

Apply online at:
https://lilly.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/LLY/job/US-Loxo-Louisville-CO/Senior-Director---Patent-Counsel--Oncology-_R-34381

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Indianapolis, IN

Patent Agent – Small Corporation – Remote

June 8, 2022- US - Telecommute, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech, Work - Intellectual Property, Work - Patent Agent

Freenome Holdings, Inc., a small corporation, is seeking a Patent Agent to work remotely. Freenome is a biotechnology company based in South San Francisco that has pioneered the most comprehensive multiomics platform for early cancer detection.

Role Description/Responsibilities:

Draft patent applications; analyze and respond to office actions
Perform freedom-to-operate and patentability analyses
Attend internal scientific meetings to monitor and capture innovation
Collaborate closely with R&D to perform comprehensive searches of patent databases for invalidity, patentability, landscape, licensing, litigation risks, and freedom to operate
Develop and maintain a broad understanding of the business, including Freenome’s research, products and product development, (licensed and/or acquired), and our existing IP portfolio
Ensure detailed instructions are provided to researchers and inventors regarding legal requirements of a patentable invention. Assists in the construction of extensive invention disclosures.
Perform extensive critical reviews of patents, patent applications, patent amendments, patent opinions, and other patent-related documents for technical accuracy and full protection of company inventions
Assist the Director and business leaders on patent issues
Research and make recommendations on new USPTO regulations or other changes related to patent prosecution
Collaborate with outside patent attorneys and paralegals to draft and prosecute patent applications

Role Requirements:

Doctorate in a life science discipline required
USPTO registration in good standing
At least five years of IP experience in biotech or IVD industry and/or law firm serving biotech or IVD clients with US and international prosecution
Experience with NGS, genomics, proteomics technologies, and in-vitro diagnostics preferred
Strong analytical and research skills, including experience with patent and non-patent literature databases
Experience performing freedom-to-operate and patentability analyses
Outstanding attention to detail combined with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate and communicate clearly across the organization

Apply online at:
https://careers.freenome.com/job?gh_jid=5869588002

Additional Info
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: Remote

Patent Attorney – Large Corporation – Oskaloosa, IA

May 20, 2022- US - Midwest, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical

Musco Sports Lighting is searching for a Patent Agent who will be responsible for creation and implementation of intellectual property protection strategies to ensure maximum value of company’s intellectual property.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

Identify patentable ideas and pursue patent rights by drafting patent applications that support the desired patent coverage and meet the requirements of U.S. and foreign patent law.
Prepare and file official documents required by U.S. Patent Office for patent matters.
Manage all activities relating IP projects to ensure appropriate actions are carried out in timely manner and prior to deadlines; maintain accurate records.
Advise team members on patent rules relating to public testing or disclosure, commercial use, and offer for sale.
Evaluate office action from patent examiner and provide written response that advances application towards allowance while maintaining company’s patent objectives.
Conduct research to: identify potential prior art, analyze state of the art for technology areas, determine freedom to operate for identified designs, perform competitor analysis, or analyze potential infringement.
Lead efforts to protect confidential information and patent filing rights through implementation of best practices; assist with education of IP to impacted team members and affiliates; develop department standard operating procedures.
Strategize on IP protection of company’s products and services, provide input to R&D Team and Sales/Marketing Team on strength and opportunities of IP protection.
Advise team members on IP matters in contract language.
Interdepartmental Integration This position requires interaction with various company departments.

Research & Development (R&D)

Work with inventors to develop written specifications for patent applications including any research on existing patents or published work to assist with decision making.
Work with lead technical advisors to implement strategy for company’s IP protection.
Advise team of patent rules.

Product Development Engineering (PDE)

Work with inventors to develop written specifications for patent applications including any research on existing patents or published work to assist with decision making.
External Customer Integration - This position requires interaction with outside resources and affiliates.

US Patent and Trademark Office

File official documents required by U.S. Patent Office using online system.
Correspond with patent examiners on Musco patent cases.
Patent Attorney Firm

Coordinate international patent protection efforts with various patent attorneys:
Provide draft of patent application for filing of international patent protection.
Provide filing instructions per discussion with manager, coordinate efforts with attorneys to implement strategy for company’s patent filings.
Provide draft of patent office action response including any technical feedback on patent cases to assist attorney with office response to patent office.
Assist with IP infringement cases or various other IP actions involving outside counsel.

Education & Experience Requirements:

Minimum BA/BS degree in engineering field.
Prefer Electrical, Mechanical, Material Science, or Photonics degree.
Understanding of principles of lighting, electrical, and optic systems.
Minimum 2 years experience working with intellectual property protection and performing duties of patent agent for US Patent and Trademark Office.
Understanding of patent protection issues, including: patentability, enablement, novelty, non-obviousness, best mode, first to file, public disclosure, and Americas Invents Act.
Prior experience as patent writer with demonstrated ability to perform job duties herein.
Registered as U.S. Patent Agent or ability to achieve certification within 18 months.

Job Specifications:

Advanced technical understanding of engineering principals, ability to understand technical aspects of inventions relating to lighting, electrical, and optics.
Ability to understand technical reports and evaluate engineering documentation.
Advanced knowledge of intellectual property rights and protection methods with desire for continuous learning.
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to simplify technical issues in clear, concise, and accurate written descriptions.
Ability to listen and convey other’s ideas into written description, ability to have technical discussion with inventors.
Good organizational skills with ability to work on multiple projects, attention to details and accuracy.
Good project management and leadership skills including ability to work effectively with internal subject matter experts, co-workers, IP management team, inhouse legal staff, and external attorneys.
Self-motivated with ability to work with limited directions from others.
Proficient with Microsoft Office software: Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Understanding and adherence to company culture.
Knowledge of company products and services.

Authoring of Copyrighted Works:

Any original works of authorship, including photographs, videos, training aids, other works relating to the above job duties will be owned by company.

Any copyrighted work created for company that is not explicitly defined above but would reasonably be considered as within scope of duties shall also be owned by company.

Apply online at:
https://recruiting2.ultipro.com/MUS1000MUSCO/JobBoard/2d04f520-ad08-4844-9db8-7884196c3096/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=1c8ba6a5-6e31-4c26-8b04-6694337e9c28

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Oskaloosa, IA

Patent Searcher/Analyst – Corporation – Wilmington, DE or Union Beach, NJ (hybrid)

April 10, 2022- US - Northeast, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Analysis

It’s an exciting time to be part of IFF and we have an opportunity for an experienced, dynamic person to join the Intellectual Property/Knowledge Management (IPKM) group as a Patent Analyst/Searcher. The position requires a creative, inquisitive, and technologically adept individual who will work closely with R&D and legal teams to drive and support global Intellectual Property and Technology Platform development for research projects.

Responsibilities:

Conducting IP searches based on complex search strategies using various search engines for landscape analysis, prior art identification, FTO clearance, invalidity and providing a logical and complete search history
Leading the analysis of identified new technology and market opportunities and developing recommendations on those opportunities in collaboration with project teams

Integrating IP planning, strategy, and goals into the early stages of projects and ensuring that these plans stay relevant and are followed through until end of project
Creating a robust intellectual capital culture, ensuring teams are aware of IP strategy, positions, tools and their roles/responsibilities for creating, defending, and managing IP

Maintaining proficiency with commercial patent searching databases A passion for intellectual capital strategy

Job Requirements:

B.S. degree in one of the following areas: biotechnology, biological science, molecular biology, microbiology, human physiology, food chemistry, or biochemistry (Masters degree a plus)
6 years of search experience in Biotechnology or Chemistry IP
Technical understanding of the invention disclosure and identification of search focus to develop a highly skilled search methodology
Ability to work independently, across multiple geographies, prioritize work/projects, and seamlessly pivot when necessary
Excellent written and oral communication skills with attention to detail
Good influencing and coaching skills to drive team alignment of goals and accountabilities to meet IP and business objectives
Commitment to quality work product and organizational ethics, integrity and compliance
Team player with highly organized time management and problem-solving skills to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Proficient with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, SharePoint, OneNote, OneDrive
Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion

This position can have a flexible schedule, working onsite occasionally at either our Wilmington, DE or Union Beach, NJ locations.

Apply online at:
https://careers.iff.com/job-invite/343741/

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Wilmington, DE or Union Beach, NJ (hybrid)

Patent Engineer – Large Corporation – New York, New York, United States / Burbank, California, United States

April 7, 2022Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical

The Walt Disney Company, a large corporation, is seeking a patent engineer to work in New York or California

Patent Agent/ Technical Specialist – Small Corporation – Maryland

April 1, 2022- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Agent

Vaccitech plc is a fast-growing biotech company. At only five years old we already have a development portfolio of six products, a partnered product that is in commercial production that has seen more than 3 billion doses administered worldwide and an IPO behind us. We are a publicly-listed clinical stage biopharmaceutical company that spun out of the University of Oxford’s Jenner Institute, one of the most prestigious vaccine research centres in the world. We discover and develop immunotherapeutic products and vaccines for the treatment and prevention of infectious diseases and cancer. Our achievements include co-inventing and jointly developing our COVID-19 vaccine candidate VTP-900, now Vaxzevria, which we assigned to Oxford University Innovation to facilitate the licensing of those rights to AstraZeneca. We have clinical studies to explore treatments for patients with HBV and HPV infections and are developing rapid and scalable manufacturing processes for our platforms.

In December 2021 Vaccitech acquired Avidea Technologies with exciting product candidates for oncology and autoimmunity based on the innovative SNAPvax platform, which has demonstrated unprecedented control over T cell induction. This gives us US operational presence in Maryland, complements Vaccitech’s established capabilities and reinforces our position as a fast-growing global leader in immunotherapies and vaccines. From Q3 2022 Vaccitech's US headquarters will be moving to a new facility in Montgomery County. We conduct research globally and have ambitious plans in the UK and US, where we will continue to grow our teams over the coming months and years.

The Role:

The successful candidate will be the interface between internal technical, legal/ IP teams and outside counsel, supporting patent strategy in pursuit of business development and corporate goals. Your key responsibilities will include independently working with R&D staff to understand technical approaches and data output; compiling and curating reports of R&D output to assist invention identification; assisting in-house and external counsel in drafting patent applications and prosecuting a global patent portfolio; managing patent correspondence and document generation in support of global patent prosecution; contributing as part of multi-disciplinary scientific, legal and business development teams to deliver on business-critical projects; working closely with internal and external counsel to help coordinate and manage intellectual property strategy; searching scientific and patent literature and patent document databases to monitor competitor landscape; and presenting updates and guidance to all levels of the company including the senior leadership team and R&D teams.

Experience and qualifications:

Due to the nature of Vaccitech North America’s manufacturing platform and product candidates, the successful applicant candidate must be an expert in chemistry, will holding a graduate degree (PhD preferred) in chemistry or chemical engineering and possessing a deep understanding of the subject. You will also have a minimum of two years’ experience in intellectual property related work (USPTO admission to practice preferred) and a demonstrable experience in patent and claim drafting, in patent prosecution and in technology assessment or invention identification. As an accomplished writer you will have a proven ability to communicate technical information in a clear and concise manner. The successful candidate will have a familiarity with patent database searching methodologies, ideally with competitor landscape analysis. Experience with in-licensing and/ or out-licensing would be a distinct advantage. All applicants must be a US citizen or green card holder as we cannot offer sponsorship.

What we can offer you:

Vaccitech is a great place to work. We encourage an entirely flat structure with an open door policy to the senior leadership team. Our employees agree the culture and working environment is one of the best things about our business. This role would suit an experienced Patent Agent looking for a broad and varied role in a rapidly accelerating biotech. As part of a fast-growing team they will play a significant part in shaping the future in a global biopharmaceutical company that offers significant opportunities for personal and professional development. We offer employer funded health, dental and vision insurance; a 401k retirement plan; career development opportunities and paid time off (PTO). Salary will be commensurate with experience.

Apply online at:
https://vaccitech.bamboohr.com/jobs/view.php?id=34&source=aWQ9MjA%3D

All applicants are required to submit both a resume and a cover letter.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: Maryland

Patent Agent and Search Analyst (Remote) – Small Corporation – Remote (U.S. Only)

April 1, 2022- US - Telecommute, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Admin, Work - Other Patent, Work - Patent Agent

Aurora Consulting, a small corporation, is seeking a Patent Agent and Search Analyst to work remotely.

What you’ll do: You will help us navigate a very dynamic growth stage by assisting, as needed, in a wide array of disciplines including:

Patent portfolio management. Working closely with each client’s business, legal, technical, and management teams, you will assist with the client’s patent strategy and portfolio development efforts, including identifying and capturing inventive technologies, preparing applications, guiding patent prosecution, and IDS management.
Patent Search and Analysis. You will perform patent searches (patentability, FTO, state of the art, etc.), analysis, and competitive landscape monitoring.
Administrative backend. We’re working toward more automated solutions, but we still have several monthly tasks around reporting and project management that require human touch. Helping with additional administrative tasks like preparing client contracts and preparing various response shells would also be immensely beneficial to the team.
Growth initiatives. You will help us continue our growth trajectory via active participation in networking, business development, speaking engagements (virtual or in-person as comfort allows), podcast participation, and content development. This is compensated time and eligible for profit sharing.

Who you are: You have an undying love for people and supporting inventors and team members with the highest level of quality, high-touch service. Ideally, you’ll also be a good mix of the following:

Scientist or Engineer. Registered USPTO Patent agent with a background in bioengineering, engineering, biotechnology, chemistry, or related technical discipline.
Quality-focused, highly-efficient practitioner. 2 years as a patent agent who is technically skilled and comfortable drafting and reviewing utility and design patent applications that exceed client expectations. It would be a bonus if you are able to share an office action response that resulted in an issued patent and provide any published application or patent numbers for which you participated in drafting.
Search Sleuth. 2+ years experience performing various types of patent and non-patent literature searching. Desire to be an integral part of shaping and growing our search business.
Insatiable Tech Geek. Ability to review and analyze technically complex documents, including scientific papers, patents, and technical specifications.
Hyper-organized, crisp communicator. Excellent organizational, verbal communication, and writing skills.
Intuitive Collaborator. Team player with proven ability to work with dynamic and diverse groups of engineers, inventors, and business and strategy teams.
Hungry for autonomy. Can self-direct, manage, and motivate. Takes personal ownership and responsibility for driving high-quality results and consistently hitting deadlines.
OCD about detail. Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Apply online at:
https://www.aurorapatents.com/careers.html

Include a cover letter and resume with your submission. It would be a bonus if you are able to share an office action response that resulted in an issued patent and provide any published application or patent numbers for which you participated in drafting.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: Remote (U.S. Only)

Sr. Director – Patent Counsel – Large Corporation – Indianapolis, Indiana

March 23, 2022- US - Midwest, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Work - Patent Litigation

At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. We are a global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Our 35,000 employees around the world work to discover and bring life-changing medicines to those who need them, improve the understanding and management of disease, and give back to our communities through philanthropy and volunteerism. We give our best effort to our work, and we put people first. We’re looking for people who are determined to make life better for people around the world.

Organization Overview:

Lilly is seeking an experienced and strategic patent attorney focused on providing solutions-oriented advice and counselling for issues facing Lilly in discovery, development and commercialization of pharmaceutical products. Individual must be energized by working in a dynamic environment with broad responsibility. This position reports to the Sr. Director – General Patent Counsel and requires close collaboration with other members of the Lilly Legal Patent team and business leadership.

Responsibilities:

Draft and prosecute pharmaceutical patent applications in all jurisdictions, primarily related to small molecules in accordance with business requirements, patent laws and Lilly policies and procedures.

Proactively analyze risks and develop sound strategic and tactical approaches/solutions with appropriate consideration of business objectives and the environment.

Advise teams and senior management about exclusivity, freedom to operate, due diligence, contract, licensing, and litigation risks in a manner consistent with the law, ethics, and Lilly policies; communicate advice in a clear and concise manner.

Develop, coordinate, support and, optionally, lead inter and ex parte challenges in all jurisdictions related to Lilly and/or third-party portfolios.

Participate and contribute to overall strategy established through departmental guidance forums related to patent procurement or litigation strategies.

Lead with a continuous improvement mindset by remaining well versed in global laws, court precedents, and regulations pertinent to pharmaceutical products; apply knowledge appropriately in carrying out individual responsibilities as well as opportunities within the team and organization.

Prioritize, lead, and manage projects; contribute to the implementation of new policies and procedures; lead task-directed teams.

Contribute to efficiency, collegiality, and collaboration.

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree or higher in a scientific field that together with prior work experience, provides sufficient background for effective communication with scientists and management about scientific aspects of discovery, development, and commercialization of small molecule products.

Doctor of Jurisprudence (J.D.) degree from an accredited U.S. institution.

Minimum of four years of post-JD experience as a patent attorney in a law firm or industry.

At least 4 years of experience preparing and prosecuting patent applications relating to small molecules, and some experience preparing and prosecuting peptide and biologic (large molecule) patent applications.

Presently admitted to practice law in at least one US jurisdiction and presently licensed to represent clients in patent matters before the USPTO; in good standing in each state and in the USPTO; no discipline issues on record.

Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to be employed in the United States. Lilly does not anticipate providing sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B or TN status) for this employment position.

Additional Skills/Preferences:

Highly motivated and collaborative partner with the ability to work effectively with team members and members of management across all levels of the organization.

Demonstrated leadership and effectiveness in working with senior leadership.

Experience in the pharmaceutical industry in a scientific position in drug discovery or development, or demonstrated significant experience with and knowledge of drug discovery and development, and/or with patent litigation relating to pharmaceutical products.

Innovative and proactively identifies opportunities and looks for new, creative solutions.

Ability to influence and lead boldly in a dynamic environment.

High learning agility, including: creatively solving problems; having ability to deal with complexity; commitment to expand knowledge and adapt to a changing environment; and having the ability to make the complex understandable.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to influence others.

Demonstrated ability to appropriately handle confidential information.

Additional Information:

Office work located at Lilly Corporate Center primarily supporting groups located at Lilly Corporate Center and Lilly Technology Center (Indianapolis) and Lilly Biotechnology Center (San Diego). Travel is usually not significant (0-5%), but travel could become more significant (10-20%) intermittently for internal/external requirements.

Apply online at:
https://lilly.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/LLY/job/US-Indianapolis-IN/Patent-Counsel--Neuroscience-_R-26614-1

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Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Indianapolis, Indiana

Counsel – Patent – Corporation – Remote Hybrid, CA or Ohio

January 2, 2022- US - Midwest, - US - Telecommute, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Work - Patent Litigation

American Honda Motor Company, Inc. The patent attorney has a high level of technical expertise in the fields of electrical/computer engineering and software to be able to properly support the engineers discovering and implementing features for Honda products and in clearing proposed technology being considered for Honda products to make sure that it is not infringing on third party patents. This attorney also prepares and negotiates intellectual property provisions and contracts with suppliers and universities on behalf of Honda.
At Honda, our associates take pride in their responsibilities. A typical day will include:

Collaborate with inventors to create and align patent strategy toward future technologies including for example connectivity/autonomous technologies, advanced materials, energy systems, or robotics; expand or adapt inventor ideas to the broadest extent possible and evaluate inventions for patentability, perform and review patent searches and prepare opinion reports, including patentability analyses, infringement analyses, invalidity analyses and litigation support
Work with engineers in developing a robust strategy that ensures the appropriate technology for incorporating electric motors to generate movement instead of internal combustion engines and focusing on the major components found in electric cars together with their function within the system; provide advice as to what extent Honda’s new advanced technologies will rely on patented technology standards
Research forward-looking technology to identify innovation whitespace, scout for innovations, and benchmark the R&D strategies of competitors in both traditional Honda-related fields as well as new competitors from new business areas; Perform IP analyses such as IP landscape studies, and make proposals for development and business groups; evaluate patents in new fields that may be worthwhile commercializing
Prepare and prosecute patent applications in advanced technologies, and perform all tasks related to managing the assigned portfolio of patent applications through the patent offices
Negotiate and draft contracts for AHM-IP clients; meet with engineers and other relevant associates to understand the project details, schedule and other requirements; report contract terms/negotiation status to management

We are looking for qualified people with diverse backgrounds and experiences, open minds, and a disciplined work ethic. To bring the future to Honda as a Counsel - Patent, you must have:

Bachelor’s degree in electrical/computer engineering, computer science, physics or other similar scientific discipline
JD from accredited law school and member in good standing of the bar of Ohio or California, or willing to arrange to become admitted in Ohio or California.
Must be a registered patent attorney in good standing with the USPTO
10 years of patent prosecution or relevant experience in complex technologies including software, electrical, computer or advanced materials
Ability to understand technical information including drawings, schematics, and formulations, and to communicate effectively with engineers/scientists regarding complex matters
Knowledge of how to perform patentability, clearance and invalidity investigations and provide opinions in complex technology areas including software, electrical, computer, or advanced materials
Ability to manage outside counsel in complex matters
Ability to communicate effectively with management regarding activities involving complex technologies
Ability to understand and create IP landscape reports
Ability to negotiate and draft contracts

Apply online at:
http://www.honda.com/careers

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Remote Hybrid, CA or Ohio

Corporate IP Counsel – Large Corporation – Phoenix, Arizona; Remote Possibility

December 31, 2021Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Electrical

Onsemi, a large law firm is seeking a corporate IP counsel to work in Phoenix, Arizona. This position is also open remote candidates that are willing to travel to Phoenix.

IP Attorney – Corporation – Waller, TX

November 2, 2021- US - Southwest, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Work - Patent Litigation

Daikin NA, a large corporation in Waller, TX, is seeking an IP attorney.

Patent Counsel – Corporation – Houston, TX / Vancouver, WA

October 18, 2021- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Southwest, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Prosecution

HP’s Patent Development Group is seeking a highly motivated patent attorney to join its legal team. In this role, counsel will support the Patent Development Group's efforts to build and maintain a high-quality patent portfolio that furthers the goals of HP's dynamic business. More specifically, the successful candidate will be responsible for managing a patent portfolio, personally drafting and prosecuting strategic, high-quality patent applications, while supporting the department in a number of other activities critical for its success. This opportunity will offer significant promotional and rotational opportunities. The successful candidate will
join the Patent Development Group and personally design a career path based on their goals and interests. Future roles can include rotations to IP Transactions or IP Sales & Licensing groups, senior Patent Development positions, and Director- or VP-level leadership roles.

Key Responsibilities:

Managing patent applications throughout the patent lifecycle by working directly with HP's inventor community, personally drafting and prosecuting high-quality patent applications for strategically important inventions, and interacting with worldwide patent offices to secure valuable patent coverage
Actively participating in HP's invention disclosure review process to help ensure that HP's best inventions are identified and patented
Analyzing pending patent applications to determine their value to HP and to formulate a global filing strategy
Analyzing impact of patents in HP's portfolio, including preparation of claim charts
Collaborating with engineers in invention mining sessions, patent scrubs, and patent education sessions
Actively engaging in training, knowledge sharing, and other career development opportunities to hone technical and legal abilities and prepare for promotional or rotational opportunities
Participating from time to time as a member of a cross-functional team to provide support in licensing, litigation, or other matters

Education and Experience Required

A B.S. and/or advanced degree with significant chemistry, chemical engineering, materials science, materials engineering, life sciences or similar content
A J.D. degree from an accredited university and admission to a state bar
Admission to practice before the USPTO
3 to 5 years of experience preparing and prosecuting patent applications in the chemical, life-sciences, or materials-science arts
Strong academic credentials
Preference for candidates who have personally drafted at least 10 patent applications
Ability to work with clients in a team-oriented partnership to help them arrive at effective solutions to their problems
Flexibility to accept new and different challenges in a fast-paced, high-tech environment
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
A positive attitude, creative spirit, passion for IP law, and strong motivation to excel

Apply online at:
https://hp.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/ExternalCareerSite/job/Spring-Texas-United-States-of-America/Patent-Counsel_3084330-1

Please attach a resume, cover letter, and a recent writing sample, such as a published patent application and/or published office action response.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Houston, TX or Vancouver, WA

Corporate IP Attorney – Corporation – Phoenix, Arizona

September 14, 2021- US - Southwest, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Prosecution

onsemi is seeking a patent attorney to join the Intellectual Property Legal Department team, located in Phoenix, Arizona. As a Corporate IP Counsel, you will be responsible for helping develop onsemi’s patent portfolio and for implementing the company’s intellectual property strategy in close coordination with one or more of onsemi’s business units.

Performance Objectives:

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to:

Develop and implement evolving corporate intellectual property strategy
Actively manage the invention disclosure process for inventions from onsemi’s engineering community, including by participating in patent committees, supervising outside counsel in the drafting and prosecution of new patent filings, and so forth
Perform competitive analysis and landscape studies related to the company’s products
Conduct new product clearance activities including non-infringement and invalidity analyses
Assist with a wide variety of other intellectual property matters including IP litigation support, drafting and negotiating IP agreements, mergers and acquisition diligence, patent monetization, portfolio analytics, budgeting, and more

Qualifications - External:

J.D. degree from an A.B.A. accredited law school, and membership with at least one state bar
Admission to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
3+ years of experience as a patent attorney
Bachelor's (or higher) degree in Electrical Engineering or physics, preferably with a strong technical background involving integrated circuits, semiconductor device physics, and semiconductor manufacturing technologies
Fluency in written and spoken English
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with both technical and non-technical audiences

onsemi (Nasdaq: ON) is driving disruptive innovations to help build a better future. With a continued focus on the automotive and industrial end-markets, onsemi is accelerating change and driving disruptive innovation towards a sustainable ecosystem in high-growth megatrends such as vehicle electrification, advanced safety, alternative energy and factory automation. With a highly differentiated and innovative product portfolio, onsemi creates intelligent power and sensing technologies that solve the world’s most complex challenges and leads the way in creating a safer, cleaner, and smarter world. Today, the industrial and automotive end-markets are responsible for two-thirds of global greenhouse gas emissions, providing an immense opportunity for onsemi to do its part in achieving a net-zero economy with its intelligent power and sensing technologies. Climate change presents not only a risk to the environment, but also opportunities for innovative business solutions, and onsemi is committed to applying its research and design expertise and adapting its own operations to achieve net-zero emissions by 2040.

Apply online at:
https://bit.ly/3C5z9Jk

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

Patent Agent – Corporation – Carlsbad, CA

September 13, 2021- US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Work - Patent Prosecution

Viasat, Inc, an American communications company based in Carlsbad, California, is seeking a patent agent.