Solazyme has an opportunity available in our Intellectual Property Department for a IP Paralegal to support Solazyme's legal efforts and business needs The successful candidate will be involved in all phases of patent preparations and filings.
Responsibilities: • Docketing US and foreign prosecution deadlines • Creation, preparation and management of patent and trademark files • Managing and updating status reports to track the progress of all US and foreign patent and trademark related deadlines • Assist in the preparation of documents for filing with the USPTO • Trademark searches and analysis • Correspond with outside counsel • Provide administrative support of other IP-related documents/projects
Required: • 2-5 years prior patent docketing experience; familiarity with PCT applications and Trademarks is required. • Bachelor's degree, or equivalent, preferred. • In-house experience at a bio- or clean- technology company preferred. • Must have outstanding organizational skills with keen attention to detail • Strong communications skills (written and verbal) • Able to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision • Demonstrated proficiency with MS Office, including Excel and powerpoint requried
Contact: The method for applying for this vacancy is online via the Solazyme’s home page at www.solazyme.com and proceed to our Career Page; No other forms of application will be accepted.
Solazyme is an equal opportunity employer and committed to a diverse workplace. All applicants will be considered equally without regard to race, color, ethnicity, veteran status, religion, national origin, marital status, political affiliation, age, sex, sexual orientation, handicapping condition, membership in an organization or any other non-merit factors.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Small Corporation Job Location: San Francisco, California
Solazyme, Inc. is the leading renewable oils and bio-products company. We use algal biotechnology to renewably produce clean and scalable fuels, chemical, foods and health science products. Solazyme’s advanced and proprietary technology uses algae to produce oils and biomaterials in standard fermentation facilities quickly, cleanly, cost effectively and at large scale.
NXPis seeking a Sr. Patent Attorney, IP and Licensing to work in its Intellectual Property & Licensing group.
This is a unique opportunity to be a thought leader and technology strategist in the competitive semiconductor industry. As a senior member of the NXP Semiconductors legal team, the Senior Patent Attorney’s primary role will involve enhancing and managing NXP Semiconductors’ U.S. and international IP Transactions and Creation program including defining and executing the company’s patent retention process, patent value exploration, geographic footprint; providing focus in the creation of patents, overseeing all prosecution activities; advise on patent-related transactional matters and licensing opportunities.
This position reports from a line mgt point of view to the VP &GM of the IP&L department and from a functional point of view to the managers of the Transactions and Creation groups.. This attorney will partner with the business and technology managers of NXP Semiconductors and other business units to implement patent and related IP strategies for increasing the value of XNP’s IP portfolio. This will involve developing a deep understanding of the company’s business plans, its technology directions, and a working knowledge of its existing patent portfolio. This will also require a deep understanding of the competitive semiconductor industry. The attorney is responsible for the day to day management of all the work product of other attorneys in the department and that of outside counsel.
Responsibilities (General): • Lead and manage the local IP&L team, manage strategy for NXP and provide advice and strategic tactical • Counsel business, design and development team members on a wide variety of IP issues, including patentability, non-infringement or invalidity opinions. • Forecast and track budget matters. • Provide advice and support on IP value extraction and licensing matters.
Responsibilities (Creation): • Manage current portfolio • Ensure align portfolio in future, Etc Responsibilities Transactions • Provide comprehensive IP support and drive IP issues in M&A transactions • Advice businesses on, and draft and negotiate IP provisions in commercial (customer, supplier) and technology collaboration contracts • Provide real-time, practical IP advice, particularly in support of day-to-day operations, e.g. contract interpretation, and SW and OSS practices and issues Office manager US IP&L group Setting the norm, Adherence to: • Local regulations and Law • Normal work ethos • Atmosphere at work, respect towards others • Individual behavioral aspects • Local NXP policies with respect to taking leave, sick days etc. • As such the office manager does have signatory authority.
Work related activities: • Competency aspects are dealt with by the functional manager • Limiting factors, infra structure breakdown: depending on office manager’s judgment
Your Profile: • Executive presence and a leadership style that attracts/fosters confidence and respect of NXP executives, business teams, senior technical personnel and the members of the legal department including direct reports • Ability to deeply understand, clearly articulate and promote the strategic significance of the company’s IP program relative to NXP’s business strategies and plans • Undergraduate degree in a relevant technology • 10 – 15+ years experience in legal practice dealing with patent matters • Registration with the USPTO and licensed to practice in the U.S. • Outstanding client service mentality (proactive, immediately responsive; superb interpersonal skills) • A combination of law firm and in-house experience• Excellent oral and written communication skills • Proven record of building cross-functional relationships and fostering teamwork and collaboration • Strong negotiation skills • International experience a plus
Skills & Competencies: • Possess the ability to succeed in a culture based on collaboration and consensus management; • Possess the ability to develop and maintain long-term, effective working relationships at all levels of the company (excellent interpersonal skills); • Be able to fully appreciate and help shape the “big picture” while maintaining excellent attention to detail; • Be a proven self-starter, innovative problem-solver, and results-oriented lawyer who operates under minimal supervision; • Possess the ability to organize and prioritize tasks, handle high-pressure situations and deadlines, and render practical advice in a timely fashion; • Exhibit a high degree of integrity, discretion, confidence, motivation, and resourcefulness; • Be able to adapt to changing situations and handle a wide range of legal issues; • Possess excellent communication, drafting and negotiation skills; • Prior successful experience managing, motivating and developing other attorneys and staff • Travel internationally
Additional Info: Employer Type: Large Corporation Job Location: San Jose, California
NXP Semiconductors N.V. (NASDAQ: NXPI) provides High Performance Mixed Signal and Standard Product solutions that leverage its leading RF, Analog, Power Management, Interface, Security, Digital Processing and Manufacturing expertise. These innovations are used in a wide range of automotive, industrial, consumer, lighting, medical, computing and identification applications. A global semiconductor company with operations in more than 25 countries, NXP posted revenue of USD 4.2 billion in 2011. Additional information can be found by visiting www.nxp.com.
NXPis seeking a Patent Attorney, Licensing and Claims to work in its Intellectual Property & Licensing group.
Responsibilities: • Developing and running patent monetization projects (from initial stage opportunity through reverse engineering and license negotiations) • interpreting and negotiating IP license agreements • working on IP implications of standards • working on market and business analytics for monetization opportunities • Managing patent sales. • Additional responsibilities in patent acquisition, defense against inbound third party assertion, and analysis.
Your Profile: Requirements: 5-10 years of direct IP experience ideally gained from a combination of law firm and in-house settings. Successful candidate will have experience in IP licensing and inbound claims.
Candidate should have an electrical engineering background • Patent licensing experience, negotiation skills, and business acumen • Be a member of a state bar -Registered member of US Patent Bar • 5-10 years experience in legal practice dealing with patent matters • Excellent oral and written communication skills • Proven record of building cross-functional relationships and fostering teamwork and collaboration
Additional Info: Employer Type: Large Corporation Job Location: San Jose, California
NXP Semiconductors N.V. (NASDAQ: NXPI) provides High Performance Mixed Signal and Standard Product solutions that leverage its leading RF, Analog, Power Management, Interface, Security, Digital Processing and Manufacturing expertise. These innovations are used in a wide range of automotive, industrial, consumer, lighting, medical, computing and identification applications. A global semiconductor company with operations in more than 25 countries, NXP posted revenue of USD 4.2 billion in 2011. Additional information can be found by visiting www.nxp.com.
Luminex Corporationis seeking a Patent Associate to provide assistance with patent related activities, including growth and management of Company's patent portfolio, product clearance searches and analyses, product labeling and other IP-related tasks as required.
The Patent Associate will be responsible for undertaking product clearance activities, including nucleic acid and antibody-based patent searching and analysis. In addition, PA will be expected to work with R&D (systems and assays) to identify patentable inventions and assist with patentability searching and analysis. Additional responsibilities will include assistance with drafting and prosecution activities, support of business-development licensing activities and ensuring patent statements for product labels are accurate
Competencies: • Business Acumen - knowledgeable about current and future issues that could affect the organization • Customer Focus - dedication to the customer and earns their trust and respect • Dealing with Ambiguity - makes decisions and takes action without having the full picture • Learning on the Fly - learns quickly/open to change • Negotiating - can win concessions without jeopardizing relationships • Organizational Agility - knows how to go through the proper channels to get things done • Peer Relationship - cooperative, team player, trusted and supported by peers • Planning - sets specific goals and objectives, ability to plan for the length and difficulty of assignments, ability to break down projects into specific tasks/steps • Priority Setting - focuses on what is most important • Problem Solving - identifies complex problems and reviews related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions • Process Management - ability to simplify complex processes and to organize people and activities • Strategic Agility - ability to create competitive and breakthrough strategies and plans • Timely Decision Making - decisions can be made quickly even under tight deadlines and pressure • Written Communications - effectively communicates in writing
Required Education/Training: • M.Sc or Ph.D in Molecular Biology or related Field • Patent Agent Registration required (US and/or Canada)
Required Certifications/License/Special Skills: • Proven time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize • Reliable and dependable • Strong logic and analytical skills • Excellent language skills • Exceptional attention to detail • Ability to efficiently identify client needs • Ability to integrate technical and legal knowledge to provide guidance to scientific and management teams • Ability to work on multidisciplinary teams
Required Work Experience: • Between 3-6 years in patent prosecution, preferably in a variety of technology areas • Proven experience in patentability searches and analyses • Proven experience in freedom-to-operate searches and analyses • In-house experience considered a Bonus
Working Conditions: • Must work onsite at Luminex office at least 90% of the time • Travel may be required approximately 10% of the time • International travel may be required approximately 5% of the time • Possible exposure to biological or chemical hazard, extensive noise and/or working with laser • Work situations include dealing with people; working alone; making judgments and decisions; and directing, controlling or planning the activity of others
Physical Requirements: • Lifting/Use of Strength is Sedentary (up to 10 pounds) • Climbing on the job is required: Never • Kneeling on the job is required: Never • Reaching on the job is required: Never • Stooping on the job is required: Never • Vision (Colour) on the job is required: Occasionally - up to 33% of the time
Mary Kayis seeking a Trademark and IP Counsel to work in its Addison, Texas, offices. Responsible for working with the Intellectual Property (IP) team to help manage all aspects of Mary Kay’s global trademark portfolio, trademark/IP counseling and education, copyright matters, domain name and Internet enforcement, and trademark enforcement, including anti-counterfeiting. Assist with management of the global patent portfolio, including responsibility for prosecuting global design patents. Works with the Legal group and business clients to provide advice, counseling and assistance on various IP related matters, both domestically and internationally, and prepares relevant contracts, reports and legal analysis.
Requirements: Bachelor’s degree and law degrees (LLM or JD) plus 3-5 years of IP/Trademark attorney experience with emphasis on trademarks and patent and copyright prosecution experience. The preferred candidate will have experience managing domestic and international trademark portfolios, including clearance, counseling, prosecution, conflicts and enforcement matters, as well as domain name and internet enforcement, anti-counterfeiting and design prosecution. Some experience in cosmetic and/or consumer products industries preferred. 1. Must be a member in good standing of at least one state bar. 2. Admission to the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. 3. Ability to direct and manage activities of and relationships with IP team members and outside counsel.
Applicants must be a registered patent attorney and have a minimum of 3 years of IP/Trademark attorney level experience to be considered.
Red Chalkseeks a patent researcher to join our team that has a strong ability to assess and analyze the best way to approach a project. We seek candidates with a broad set of experience and knowledge working in multiple industries. However, candidates applying for this position should have previous experience or extensive knowledge in one or more of the following areas:
Other strong science, technology and/or engineering backgrounds: biology, chemistry, mechanical The Patent Researcher will research invention concepts using a variety of databases and compile formal search reports to demonstrate findings to clients. A majority of work requires in-depth reading, writing and working on computers.
Responsibilities: • Quickly review to gain an understanding of technical aspects of client inventions and/or technical search concepts • Create research strategies that best utilize time and resources when executed • Perform extensive database research • Review, gather and analyze technical literature • Report research findings in a timely and high-quality manner • Continuously and concisely learn, interpret, comprehend, retain and apply technical abilities
Requirements: • Previous patent examining or patent searching experience preferred • A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree, in Engineering, (e.g., Electrical, Telecommunications) or equivalent experience is required • Enjoy an ongoing learning and computer-based environment that is dedicated to delivering quality end-products • Be a self-starter while striving for timely results; this is a distinctive opportunity for one to grow with a high-performing firm • Proactively, confidently and effectively communicates (written and verbal) with team members and clients • Thrive in ambiguity with a passion for continuous learning; will put that knowledge to use in delivering swift results to meet client deadlines • Quick ability to redirect focus on new priorities manages time with good organizational skills
Contact: To apply for consideration, please email your resume to our Recruiter, Kristen Rettig at Krettig@redchalk.com.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Small Corporation Job Location: Chicago, Illinois
Red Chalk Group is an established professional services firm focusing on intellectual property consulting, transactions, litigation support, investment research, and proprietary enhanced data. Our firm delivers technology valuation, industry & competitive analysis, merger & acquisition/investment support, licensing & commercialization support, and IP transaction services. Red Chalk Group has helped business leaders address their greatest challenges related to Intellectual Property by focusing on IP issues and opportunities at the most senior levels.
Utilizing its network of PhD level subject matter experts and analysts as well as its proprietary databases and tools, Red Chalk Group provides industry-leading capabilities and resources to its clients. Our clients include many of the Fortune 100 as well as leading investment banking and money management institutions. We are building our capabilities in Chicago and the Bay area to support our ongoing growth. We are headquartered in Chicago with additional offices in Munich, Germany and Tokyo, Japan.
To learn more about Red Chalk Group, please visit our website at www.redchalk.com.
Qualcomm is looking for talented and motivated Patent Attorneys to apply their technical, communication, and legal skills working with engineers and business units in a team environment with the goal of developing high quality, high value US and international patents. The Patent Attorney will be required to understand the technology, business plans, product roadmaps, and domestic and international patent laws, and to work in a cooperative atmosphere to achieve this goal.
The candidate should be motivated, demonstrate initiative, and possess strong technical, legal, and interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a team environment. Engineering and law firm experience a plus. 3+ years experience in preparing and prosecuting US and international patent applications are required. The candidate must be registered to practice before the USPTO and admitted to the Bar of at least one state. The candidates technical skills should be focused in Electrical Engineering and/or Computer Science. Writing samples will be requested.
The candidate will be required to work closely with engineering and/or business units to understand how their intellectual property provides benefit to Qualcomm and provide quality patent legal advice resulting in a high quality patents.
Other responsibilities include understanding the technology being supported, evaluating inventions for patentability and value, leading patent review boards, working with US and international counsel to ensure high quality patents, and evaluating the impact of prior art searches.
JD degree, USPTO registration, and at least one state bar registration is required. A Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science is preferred.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Large Organization Job Location: San Diego, California
Qualcomm, a world leader in the development of wireless technology and products, relies on its valuable patent portfolio to generate substantial revenue. As the company continues to invest heavily in research and development and our product lines continue to expand, the need to protect our intellectual property continues to grow.
Emergent BioSolutions is seeking an IP Counsel for its Seattle, Wash., office. The principal responsibility of this IP Counsel is to (1) manage and oversee the development of patent portfolios covering biotherapeutic product candidates for oncology and other indications in the company’s pipeline, and (2) provide client and business counseling on IP risk management including clearance searches.
Must be capable of interacting with EPDS scientific staff, program management, and business professionals in the alliance management and business development functions. The successful individual must also be capable of professionally representing Emergent’s IP interests in interactions with other biopharmaceutical companies, universities, and funding organizations. Additional responsibilities include conducting IP due diligence and freedom-to-operate investigations, analyzing and reporting results, counseling business clients on IP risks, and developing and implementing IP risk mitigation strategies. The incumbent will be required to travel regularly to other company business sites, and to travel as needed for due diligence, negotiations, etc.
Requirements: J.D. from accredited law school, with B.S. or higher degree in a life science discipline. Must have been registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office for at least 5 years. 5-8 years experience as a member of the bar as a patent attorney handling IP issues in a biopharmaceutical setting, with primary concentration in patent portfolio development and strategy. Licensing, due diligence, and clearance searching experience also required.
Must have strong communication skills and academic credentials. Experience with an established law firm, university tech transfer office, or in-house legal department required. Patent and biomedical database search skills required.
Emergent BioSolutions is seeking an Associate IP Counsel/IP Manager. This position reports to Senior IP Counsel overseeing IP matters for therapeutics programs in the company’s BioScience Division. The principal responsibility of the Associate IP Counsel is to manage preparation and prosecution of patent portfolios covering biotherapeutic product candidates in the company’s pipeline. Must be capable of interacting with company scientific staff, program management, and business professionals in the alliance management and business development functions. Must also be capable of professionally representing the company’s IP interests in interactions with current and prospective business partners. IP due diligence and freedom-to-operate responsibilities include computer-assisted search and investigation of third party patent rights, scientific publications, and biological sequences for purposes of risk identification. The incumbent will be required to travel regularly to other company sites in the U.S. in order to interact directly with scientific staff.
Requirements: J.D. from accredited law school, with B.S. or higher degree in a life science discipline. Must have been registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office for at least 5 years. Experienced patent agents will also be considered (in which case job title will be revised to IP Manager). 0-3 years experience as a member of the bar, plus 3-5 years experience as a patent agent handling IP issues in a biopharmaceutical setting, with primary concentration in patent drafting and prosecution. Due diligence experience a plus. Must have strong communication skills and academic credentials. Experience with an established law firm, university tech transfer office, or in-house legal department required. Patent and biomedical database search skills required.
Amgen, a biotechnology pioneer, discovers, develops and delivers innovative human therapeutics. Our medicines have helped millions of patients in the fight against cancer, kidney disease, rheumatoid arthritis and other serious illnesses. With a deep and broad pipeline of potential new medicines, we continue to advance science to serve patients.
This role will be involved in patent application drafting and prosecution, research and licensing agreements, legal opinions and strategies, trademark and copyright matters, and potentially patent litigation support.
The role will be responsible for identifying patentable subject matter; drafting, filing and prosecuting patent applications; developing legal strategies relating to products and product candidates; analyzing patents and preparing infringement, validity and freedom-to-operate opinions; conducting due diligence in support of licensing activities; negotiate and draft research agreements; and provide advice and counsel to R&D and business personnel on a variety of IP related matters.
Will work individually and in legal teams and cross-functional R&D and business teams.
Basic Qualifications: • JD degree from an accredited law school and admission to practice law required • 4 Years of experience practicing patent or intellectual property law
Preferred Qualifications: • 10 plus years of experience preferred • Experience in all aspects of U.S. and foreign intellectual property law relating to biotechnology, preferably in the pharmaceutical industry with a law firm or corporation. • An advanced degree or experience in biology is considered a plus. • Excellent analytic, legal drafting and oral and written communication skills. • Strong management and leadership skills as well as a strong client service focus and the ability to work independently and in teams, efficiently, prioritize workflow, meet demanding deadlines, and manage multi-dimensional projects in a fast-paced environment
Contact: Position may be based in either our Thousand Oaks or San Francisco, CA locations. Amgen's outstanding compensation package features comprehensive benefits. We invite you to become a vital part of the extraordinary process at Amgen. To learn more about this position and to apply online, please visit www.amgen.com/careers and search job #13691BR.
As an EEO/AA employer, Amgen values a diverse combination of perspectives and cultures. M/F/D/V.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Large Corporation Job Location: Thousand Oaks or San Francisco, California
The Kohler Company is seeking an IP Attorney to work in its Wisconsin headquarters. This is more than a job posting for one of the oldest and largest privately held companies in North America. This is an invitation to collaborate and ply your craft in a creative, conscious and characterful culture.
As an IP Attorney, this is your unique opportunity to set your mark and live on the leading edge.
How You Will Contribute: • Manage patent application preparation and prosecution, manage IP portfolios, and supervise outside counsel. • Actively participate in new product development projects to assist project teams with generating invention disclosures and to clear new product features against third party IP. • Counsel engineers and management regarding IP portfolio and strategy, including management of patent portfolios in collaborative relationships. • Assist in all areas of due diligence, including conducting patentability reviews and freedom-to-operate reviews. • Review and assist in drafting agreements regarding non-disclosure, joint-development, design and development, research, transfer and ownership of IP. • Actively monitor budget. • Participate in innovation sessions to facilitate the generation of business-aligned, strategic IP. • Lead Patent Review Committee activities to review invention disclosures, obtain foreign filing decisions and review maintenance fee and annuity payment matters. • Organize and present training sessions on IP-related topics for business groups.
Minimum Requirements: • JD Degree. • 2 or more years of substantive IP experience with a strong background in patent prosecution • Admission to state bar and registration to practice before the USPTO. • BS in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering preferred. • Strong communication, legal, technical and business skills. • Strong business acumen with the capacity to learn the business rapidly and become a business partner. • Experience working internationally preferred.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Large Corporation Job Location: Kohler, Wisconsin
Beyond competitive benefits and compensation, Kohler proudly offers a rich history, steeped in creativity and a commitment to our associates and communities. We invite you to learn more about our culture and company at http://www.kohler.com.
Since 1873 our life's work has been to contribute to a higher level of gracious living for those who are touched by our products and services. Today, over 50 leading edge Kohler brands deliver on that promise to customers in six continents - a testament to the craft of over 30,000 associates and the culture in which they operate.
As Kohler associates we are stewards of our craft, our culture, our environment and our communities. We care about our work and are committed to a single level of quality. We forge our own path. And in turn, experience the joy of discovery and the opportunity to grow.
Hologic, Inc. (NASDAQ: HOLX) is a leading developer, manufacturer and supplier of premium diagnostics, medical imaging systems, and surgical products dedicated to serving the healthcare needs of women throughout the world. Historically, Hologic developed, manufactured, and marketed products focused on mammography, breast care, and osteoporosis assessment. Our core business units are focused on breast health, diagnostics, GYN surgical, and skeletal health. For more information visit www.hologic.com
Summary of Duties & Responsibilities: • Collaborate with outside US and foreign patent counsel handling patent portfolio development and prosecution matters, including some in-house drafting of applications and prosecution matters • Obtain and maintain a detailed understanding of products and technical developments of supported business unit, including the competitive landscape • Counsel scientists and management regarding IP portfolio and strategy, including management of patent portfolios in collaborative relationships • Assist in all areas of due diligence, including conducting patentability reviews and freedom-to-operate reviews for in-house projects as well as for in-house licensing opportunities and acquisition targets • Review and assist in drafting, nondisclosure, research, license and other agreements involving the use, transfer, or ownership of IP • Active monitoring of budget
Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the basic knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • Admitted to practice law in one state, MA preferred • Registered to practice before the USPTO • Any viable candidate must have had experience: o Drafting patent applications and claims in the electrical, physics and/or software art o Directing U.S. and foreign counsel for patent portfolio support o Performing freedom to operate and patentability searches o Counseling clients regarding their IP strategy, managing patent review board meetings o Providing IP support for contract negotiations, including experience drafting and negotiating IP provisions for consulting, licensing • A preferred candidate has experience: o Supporting acquisition activity of a business development group o Supporting IP litigation
Education: • Undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering or Physics • JD from nationally accredited law school
Experience: • At least three to five years as a practicing patent attorney, in-house experience as an engineer and/or in an in-house legal office required
Contact: Apply by emailing Erin Carroll at erin.carroll@hologic.com. Hologic, Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
Agency and Third Party Recruiter Notice: Agencies that submit a resume to Hologic must have a current executed Hologic Agency Agreement executed by a member of the Human Resource Department. In addition Agencies may only submit candidates to positions for which they have been invited to do so by a Hologic Recruiter. All resumes must be sent to the Hologic Recruiter under these terms or they will not be considered.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Large Corporation Job Location: Bedford, Massachusetts
Tesserais seeking a Senior Director, Patent and Technology Transactions, to work in its San Jose, Calif., offices. This person would be a key member of the Intellectual Property Group with direct responsibility for drafting and negotiating patent and technology transaction agreements for the Intellectual Property segment, which generates the majority of Tessera’s revenue and profit. The position would report directly to Tessera’s Senior Vice President, Legal & IP Management.
Key responsibilities include: • Negotiate and draft patent and technology licenses, patent acquisition and sale agreements, and other patent monetization agreements; • Assist in formulating and implementing patent business strategy; and • Educate and advise business and sales staff regarding patent and transactional concepts and issues.
Requirements/Qualifications: • Five to ten years of patent licensing and transaction experience with a major law firm or technology company, preferably in the semiconductor industry; • Have a proven track record of successfully negotiating significant patent license agreements; • Have a deep understanding of licensing, patents, and complex transactions, preferably in the semiconductor industry; • Be detail oriented with strong drafting and negotiating skills; • Be able to work closely with an account team of sales, engineering, patent portfolio, and marketing professionals; • Be able to evaluate legal risks and offer practical business solutions to reach resolution; • Be able to travel domestically and internationally a significant amount of time; • Bachelor of Science preferred; • JD from a top law school and state bar membership; and • Member of the patent bar preferred.
Why this is a Great Opportunity: • Opportunity to join a dynamic and growing organization; • Be part of a collegial, team-focused legal department; and • Work on interesting, global, strategic patent transactions.
Genomics Institute of the Novartis Research Foundation (GNF) is looking for a biotechnology patent attorney who also has significant experience in handling corporate transactions. The successful candidate will work closely with GNF’s scientists, engineers, and business associates in providing intellectual property and transactional support to enable them to accomplish GNF's mission of discovering new medicines that address unmet medical needs.
The position will include two areas of responsibility: 1) Biotechnology Patents • Draft and prosecute patent applications directed to biotechnology-related inventions, including antibodies and other biotherapeutics; manage associates in non-US countries. • Analyze third party patents to identify freedom to operate issues and plan strategies for dealing with such issues, such as recognizing patent validity and noninfringement issues and working with researchers identify design-around strategies.
2) Contracts • Negotiate, draft and review contracts of various size and scope with collaborators, customers, suppliers, and other third party partners. Typical agreements include research collaboration agreements, in- and out-licensing deals, materials transfer agreements, non-disclosure agreements. • Provide legal advice and assist with resolving contract disputes.
Requirements: • 5-8 years in-house or law firm experience as a patent attorney (prefer experience with research-focused biotech or pharmaceutical company). • Advanced degree in molecular biology or related field (Ph.D. strongly preferred). • JD from ABA-approved law school; good standing with a state Bar (preferably California). • Demonstrated experience in drafting and prosecuting biotechnology patent applications in US and other countries around the world, and conducting freedom to operate and patent invalidity and non-infringement analyses. • Experience in negotiating and drafting agreements that are typical for a research-focused pharmaceutical company. • Ability to identify and analyze legal and intellectual property issues, define risks, and present clear recommendations. • Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to collaborate and function well in a team environment. Self-motivated and efficient, with good business judgment. A high degree of creativity and initiative is expected.
Contact: Apply by emailing us at: jobs@gnf.org. Job Code: TS03-005.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Large Corporation Job Location: San Diego, California
Gilead Sciences is seeking a Counsel II – Patent Litigation to work in its Foster City, California headquarters. This position reports to the Head of 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 Head of Patent Litigation and/or the VP of 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
Required 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 at www.gilead.com.
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.
The DuPont Company is looking for experienced (Registered) US Patent Agents to work in our Wilmington, DE, Legal organization. Applicants should have extensive experience in preparing patent applications and in prosecution, as well as an advanced degree or equivalent experience in biochemistry, molecular biology, microbiology or bioengineering.
Specifically, applicants should have experience in preparing and prosecuting biotechnology patent applications under USPTO TC1600, including familiarity with PatentIn, BLAST, FASTA, and VectorNTI. Experience with industrial biotechnology and/or bioengineering is desired. Outstanding communication skills are required for interactions with scientists, attorneys and people in business development, as well as the ability to work proactively to coordinate multiple demands and meet aggressive timelines. Experience in foreign prosecution, developing IP Strategies, and Six Sigma are a plus.
Covidienis seeking an IP attorney to work in its New Haven, Connecticut offices (relocation benefit provided). The Intellectual Property Attorney spearheads patent protection for Covidien’s intellectual property and ensures that the Company has the right to manufacture and sell products develop brought to market.
A qualified candidate has deep experience in intellectual property, client counseling, strategic portfolio management and right-to-use studies.
Core Responsibilities: • The IP Attorney advances the specific technical interests of Covidien’s Surgical Devices’ business unit (SD GBU); • Works with research and development to secure disclosures of invention and closely follows development projects for preparation of patent applications in assigned areas of responsibility • Prepares and prosecutes patent applications before the USPTO; • Supervises outside counsel in the preparation and prosecution of patent and trademark applications globally; • Ensures that SD GBU has the right to make, use and sell products developed and brought to market; • Promotes, as appropriate, the interests of SD GBU’s on intellectual property matters and; • Follows patents issued in fields of interest to SD GBU and brings relevant patents to the attention of appropriate SD GBU research personnel and Chief Patent and Trademark Counsel
Competencies/Skills Required: • Strong interpersonal and analytical skills; • Must be able to strategically plan and drive execution; • Exhibit change- agent thinking; • Ability to develop and communicate compelling business arguments in a cogent, persuasive manner; • Comfort interacting with C-level executives; • Demonstrated leadership and teamwork skills and; • Proficient with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel
Qualifications: • 4 - 6+ years’ patent prosecution, client counseling and licensing; litigation experience preferred • Proven track record of success in a large law firm with a specialization in medical devices and/or life sciences • Admitted to State Bar and registered to practice before USPTO
Additional Info: Employer Type: Large Corporation Job Location: New Haven, Connecticut
The lifesaving work of medical professionals inspires us. Through partnerships with medical communities around the globe, we create advances in medical devices, supplies and pharmaceutical products to improve lives. From reducing surgery time to accelerating healing, our breakthrough solutions are a vital part of daily healthcare delivery.
Innovation drives our success. Through progressive thinking and cutting-edge technologies, Covidien is well positioned to lead the way in today’s rapidly changing healthcare industry.
Join us, knowing your career is backed by the resources only a $10+ billion healthcare leader can offer.
SASis seeking a Patent Counsel to support the company by providing legal advice and assistance throughout the company, including regional offices and subsidiaries on a worldwide basis. You will independently perform a full range of patent-related legal services and maintain a diverse caseload, but your primary focus will be on the preparation and prosecution of patent applications for inventions made by SAS employees. However, you will also be involved in patent licensing, patent litigation and other intellectual property matters that arise from time to time.
Primary Responsibilities for Role: • Managing idea development and harvesting from global research and development. • Processing new ideas to develop complete invention disclosures to help control application drafting costs. • Efficiently identifying prior art. • Providing consistent claim strategy and ensuring that patent applications are efficient and complete. • Working with outside counsel and inventors to respond to office actions from the USPTO. • Supporting managing attorney in litigation and other corporate counseling roles. • Providing legal counsel and oversight for basic to complex legal matters affecting the company.
Essential Qualifications: JD Degree from an accredited law school. Licensed to practice law by being admitted to and a member in good standing of at least one state bar. If not a member of the North Carolina Bar, be qualified for admission to the North Carolina Bar within the first year of employment. Member in good standing of the U.S. Patent Bar.
Additional Qualifications: Works on legal issues of moderate scope where analysis of situations or data requires a review of a variety of factors. Regularly interacts with senior internal and external personnel. Researches and analyzes proposed transactions, assesses risks and rewards, and recommends strategies to minimize risk. Ability to perform the duties of the job with general instructions on routine work and detailed instructions on new projects or assignments. Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action
Preferences: Three years of patent preparation and prosecution (in the software field) experience at a law firm. Undergraduate degree in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering. Former examiner at USPTO. Prior in-house Corporate legal counsel experience managing preparation and prosecution. Experience with patent litigation.
Millennium Inorganic Chemicalsis seeking Corporate Counsel to work in its Glen Burnie, Maryland, offices. This position will manage and direct intellectual property and portfolios, including worldwide patent prosecution, patent audit, patent opinion work, copyrights, trademarks and confidentiality agreements involving research, development and technology
•Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in science related field such as chemistry or chemical engineering (Ph.D. preferred) •Juris Doctorate Degree (JD) from an accredited law school •Seven plus years of experience including four years as a member of the United States patent bar •Candidate must be a member of at least one state bar or federal bar and the United States patent bar •Prior in-house counsel experience •Familiarity with recent court decisions relating to patents, licenses, antitrust, secrets, and unfair competition
The Coca-Cola Company is seeking a Patent Agent to work in its Atlanta, Georgia offices. Reporting to the Patents Manager, the Patent Agent is responsible for assisting Counsel in developing and maintaining the Company’s patent portfolio in support of the Company's business objectives. The individual is responsible for all aspects of the Company's patent procurement activities, working closely and communicating effectively with scientific, technical, legal and business team members in the process. The individual will review invention disclosure submissions, consult key stakeholders to determine the best filing strategy, prosecute and, where necessary, manage prosecution by outside patent counsel in support of that strategy. This individual will support Counsel and/or outside patent counsel in strategic counseling matters, including opinion work and enforcement matters. The individual will play an important role in monitoring competitive activity and patent filings.
Responsibilities: • Assist in the development and implementation of the Company’s global patent strategy • Prepare, including drafting, file, prosecute and maintain US and foreign patent applications working closely with the inventors and in consultation with other key stakeholders • Assist in identifying competitive products/patent portfolios • Support M&A activity involving technology-based companies, when requested • Conduct and interpret prior art searches • Support client counseling, working closely with Counsel and/or outside patent counsel • Supports the invention disclosure process, with emphasis on fit with business strategy • Other responsibilities and key result areas will be assigned as required
Education & Experience: • Bachelor’s degree or graduate degree (in engineering, materials science, organic or polymer chemistry, molecular biology or other relevant technical degree, with minimum 2 (M.S., Ph.D) or 4 (B.S.) years of experience, including with preparing, filing, and prosecuting of patent applications • Registered before the USPTO • Strong knowledge of patent law • Experience with all common IP software • Extensive experience in drafting patent applications and responses in the USPTO • Experience in managing large, foreign patent dockets • Ability to work proactively, multi-task and meet aggressive IP timelines • Outstanding communication and networking skills and the ability to participate in a multidisciplinary team composed of inventors, scientists, attorneys, technical managers, and business development leaders • Ability to work independently and, where appropriate, with supervision provided by an in-house patent manager • The ability to effectively contribute as a team player • Demonstrated creativity and success in strategizing, structuring, and obtaining robust intellectual property protection for specific technology- related products
Functional Expertise: • Strong technical writing and patent drafting skills (min. 10-15 patent applications to draft per year) • Strong understanding (including current and historical knowledge) of products and technical literature and innovation • Superior English written and oral communication skills • Strong research and analysis skills along with an interest in legal issues concerning patents • Training or practical experience with patent classification systems and/or patent search tools (e.g., Innography, Thomson IP) • Understanding and applying procedures, regulations, and policies related to areas of specialized expertise • Utilizes technology-based tools and processes • Continuous learning and development • Customer service and results-oriented
Solazyme has an opportunity available in our Intellectual Property Department for a IP Paralegal to support Solazyme's legal efforts and business needs The successful candidate will be involved in all phases of patent preparations and filings. 
