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

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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.

Patent Counsel (Diabetes/Biomedicines) – Large Corporation – Indianapolis, IN

August 8, 2021- US - Midwest, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma

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 a Sr. Director – General Patent Counsel in the corresponding therapeutic area, either Diabetes or Biomedicines, 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.

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.

Eli Lilly and Company, Lilly USA, LLC and our wholly owned subsidiaries (collectively “Lilly”) are committed to help individuals with disabilities to participate in the workforce and ensure equal opportunity to compete for jobs. If you require an accommodation to submit a resume for positions at Lilly, please email Lilly Human Resources ( Lilly_Recruiting_Compliance@lists.lilly.com ) for further assistance. Please note This email address is intended for use only to request an accommodation as part of the application process. Any other correspondence will not receive a response.

Lilly is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

Apply online at:
https://lilly.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/LLY/job/US-Indianapolis-IN/Patent-Counsel--Diabetes-Biomedicines-_R-17329

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Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Indianapolis, IN

Patent Attorney – Small Corporation – Reston, VA

July 21, 2021- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Work - Patent Prosecution

Ofinno is looking for a Patent Attorney to assist in managing the Intellectual Property (IP) needs. You will be working closely with our team of inventors to evaluate, draft, file and prosecute patent applications before the USPTO and foreign counterparts.

Registered USPTO Patent Agent – Small Corporation – Remote contractor location (US only)

July 10, 2021- US - Telecommute, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

NPDS Design Services, LLC is seeking a Registered USPTO Patent Agent.

Associate Director, IP Counsel or Sr. Counsel – Large Corporation – Ridgefield, CT

June 1, 2021- US - Northeast, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Prosecution

Boehringer Ingelheim, a large corporation, is seeking an associate director, IP counsel or Sr. counsel to work in Ridgefield, CT.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Prepares, usually independently, legal documents, including letters, notices, legal opinions, contracts, patent or trademark applications, court/administrative filings, etc.
Expert understanding of state and federal laws, regulations and policies in at least one specialized legal area; strong working knowledge of laws, regulations and policies in a second specialized legal area; ability to interpret and apply such laws, regulations and policies to inform business activities. Has ability to apply law to complex business situations.
Influences clients by identifying and communicating to clients risks associated with complex business activities within lawyer's specialized legal area; helps identify risks in outside lawyer's specialized legal area; provides training and business advice to clients on applicable legal issues within lawyer’s expertise.
Partners with clients by: looking beyond immediate business issue and identifying broader business purposes; proactively applies legal framework to both the specific business activity and the broader business purposes; developing alternative legal solutions to enable the achievement of successful outcomes.
Usually takes the lead in negotiating on behalf of client to achieve solutions consistent with business objectives.
Confers with other in-house and outside counsel where appropriate.
Manages (either directly or indirectly) administrative assistants and other personnel within department. Mentors and/or trains more junior attorneys, paralegals, administrative assistants and/or other personnel within department. Is a member of multi-functional teams.
Keeps current with evolving legal and business issues within lawyer’s expertise and client’s business environment.

Requirements- Sr. Counsel:

Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school; admission to at least one State bar.
At least 6 to 8 years relevant legal experience.
Registered to practice before the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office.
B.S/M.S/Ph.D. or significant work experience in biology, immunology, biochemistry, or other life science related field.
A demonstrated competency in the field of biotechnology patent law, including patent preparation and prosecution for large molecule biopharmaceuticals, in particular antibodies.
Working knowledge of pharmaceutical chemistry is preferred.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills; demonstrates discretion and ability to maintain confidentiality of information.

Requirements - Counsel:

Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school; admission to at least one State bar.
At least 2 years relevant legal experience
Registered to practice before the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office.
B.S/M.S/Ph.D. or significant work experience in biology, immunology, biochemistry, or other life science related field.
A demonstrated competency in the field of biotechnology patent law, including patent preparation and prosecution for large molecule biopharmaceuticals, in particular antibodies.
Working knowledge of pharmaceutical chemistry is preferred.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills; demonstrates discretion and ability to maintain confidentiality of information.

Apply online at:
https://tas-boehringer.taleo.net/careersection/global+template+career+section+28external29/jobdetail.ftl?job=216782&tz=GMT-04%3A00&tzname=America%2FNew_York

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Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Ridgefield, CT

Senior Patent / Intellectual Property Counsel – Large Corporation – San Francisco, CA

May 26, 2021- US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Chemical / Pharma

Agilent inspires and supports discoveries that advance the quality of life. We provide life science, diagnostic and applied market laboratories worldwide with instruments, services, consumables, applications and expertise. Agilent enables customers to gain the answers and insights they seek -- so they can do what they do best: improve the world around us. Information about Agilent is available at www.agilent.com.

Summary:

Agilent's Legal Department is seeking an experienced patent attorney to join our Intellectual Property team. The role will support Agilent’s Diagnostics & Genomics Group in areas related to development and commercialization of next generation cancer detection, monitoring, and diagnostics products, as well as technologies involving molecular & cellular biology, biopharma services and companion diagnostics. Responsibilities will include strategic IP planning, competitive patent analysis & product clearance reviews, innovation capture & patent prosecution, transactional support & license negotiation, and business partnering & counseling addressing a variety of intellectual property issues.

This position can be performed anywhere in the US.

The salary range for this position may differ based on your actual work location. For CO, the salary range is $163,507 and $266,125.

Qualifications:

JD Degree or equivalent, membership in good standing of the California Bar (or member in good standing of another state).
Admission to practice before the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office.
Advanced degree in molecular biology, biochemistry, bioengineering or related discipline.

Experience:

At least 8-10 years in-house or law firm experience, including having written and prosecuted a significant number of patent applications and having the ability to critically review patent applications, manage external patent counsel, and undertake & manage a variety of intellectual property matters.
Familiarity with nucleic acid isolation techniques, sample library preparation, next generation sequencing, targeted genetic analysis, nucleic acid & antibody-based companion diagnostics.
Skilled patent prosecutor able to effectively manage large, active, and complex patent portfolios.
Substantive experience with freedom-to-operate searches, product clearance reviews, and competitive landscaping.
Experience in developing opinions for noninfringement and invalidity, as well as supporting transactional & licensing-related projects.
Experience in litigation support, inter partes reviews and Oppositions also desirable.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and work independently as well as in a team environment.
Ability to exercise good judgment and decision making to provide clear, informed and sophisticated counseling to business partners and executive leadership teams.

Apply online at:
https://recruiting.adp.com/srccar/public/RTI.home?c=2167807&d=External&r=5000721389206#/

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Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: San Francisco, CA

Director of Intellectual Property – Small Corporation – Berkeley, CA

May 26, 2021- US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Chemical / Pharma

Opus 12 is a Berkeley, California based startup focused on recycling CO2 into higher-value products. We are passionate about green chemistry and a shared vision to re-write the story of waste carbon dioxide. Our team partners with industry leaders in electrolysis and plant design to implement our technology at scale.

We are currently hiring for a Director of Intellectual Property to manage and grow our IP portfolio.

Job Brief:

As the Director of IP, you will work with Opus 12 engineers and researchers to identify innovations and coordinate with outside counsel to prepare, file, and prosecute patent applications. In this role you will also work with partner contracts where the primary concerns relate to IP development.

What You Will Do:

Develop and oversee Opus 12’s intellectual property strategy
Take primary responsibility in communicating with and directing activities of outside counsel
Actively assist in preparing, filing, and prosecuting domestic and foreign patent applications
Work with the technical team to identify patentable innovations and draft invention disclosures
Become familiar with and keep abreast of the competitive landscape related to CO2 electrolysis technology
Educate and train other employees on intellectual property protection
Communicate IP strategy and status of portfolio to the management team
Review contracts with partner organizations and work with outside counsel when necessary to negotiate IP and other terms

Who You Are:

3+ years of experience managing an international patent portfolio
5+ years of experience preparing and prosecuting patent applications
Patent agent or attorney preferred
You have a Masters or PhD degree in a STEM field
You are familiar with electrochemical technologies (e.g. batteries, fuel cells, electrolyzers)
You have outstanding verbal and written communication/presentation skills
You are adept at working with cross-functional teams and multiple stakeholders

Opus 12 Benefits:

Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Paid sick days and vacation
Competitive salary and equity compensation commensurate with experience
Diverse and inclusive work environment

Apply online at:
https://opus12.applytojob.com/apply/5I226j1h96/Director-Of-Intellectual-Property

Please submit a resume. Cover letters also welcomed but not required.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: Berkeley, CA

IP Counsel II, Rhythm Management – Corporation – Arden Hills, MN

May 16, 2021- US - Midwest, Emp - Corporate (in-house)

Boston Scientific, a large corporation, is seeking an IP council to work in Arden Hills, MN

About the role:

This IP Counsel will support the company’s Rhythm Management business segment and provide legal advice and service on patents, copyrights, trademarks, licensing and related agreements. This includes evaluating patents and potential product infringement issues, overseeing outside counsel's preparation of patent applications and office action responses for filing in the U.S. Patent Office and foreign patent offices, participating in intellectual property aspects of mergers and acquisitions, representing the company in matters relating to intellectual property law, and providing other general legal advice where required. This position will be located in Arden Hills, Minnesota.

Your responsibilities include:

Directing the company's patent, copyright, trademark and intellectual property protection.
Directing the preparation and prosecution of the U.S. and foreign patent and trademark applications through outside counsel.
Preparing intellectual property acquisition or license agreements with third parties related to M&A transactions, acquisition, and licensing of patents and technology.
Reviewing third party patent portfolios for possible acquisition or licensing analysis.
Reviewing third party patents for product freedom-to-practice issues and preparing or obtaining appropriate opinions from outside counsel.
Providing legal advice in other areas such as: preparing and reviewing consulting agreements, confidentiality agreements, marketing promotional material, and other agreements.
Reviewing status of outside counsel work by meeting, communicating, and reviewing documentation ensuring the work, methodology, and costs meet the company’s expectations.
Facilitating Patent Review Board meetings by leading discussions, managing action items and delegating responsibility for follow-up items to committee members ensuring resolution of agenda topics.
Providing IP training to BSC employees.
Potentially managing and/or supervising the work product of more junior counsel and/or other IP legal professionals.

What we’re looking for:

Basic Qualifications

JD admitted to a state bar in good standing
Registered US Patent Attorney
Strong academic background
Minimum 3 – 10 Years legal experience with reputable law firm or corporate legal department
Minimum 2 – 5 Years patent prosecution experience
Some IP Litigation or M&A Experience

Preferred Qualifications

Biomedical, electrical, or related engineering degree
Medical device experience

Requisition ID: 479777

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

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

Contractor, Patent Attorney/Patent Agent – Large Corporation – Remote (US)

May 8, 2021- US - Telecommute, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma

PTC Therapeutics Inc, a large corporation, is seeking a Contractor, Patent Attorney/Patent Agent to work remotely.

The Contractor, Patent Attorney/Patent Agent supports PTC’s global Intellectual Property (IP) needs. As a member of the Intellectual Property Department, Patent Attorney/ Patent Agent will interface with internal IP Counsel, Legal Department and Legal Operations Department Teams, and will collaborate closely with PTC Stakeholders in Research, Preclinical, Publication Review, Business Development, Project Development, CMC, Clinical, Marketing, Commercial, Regulatory, Supply Chain, Corporate Communications, and associated Operations Teams.
Contractor, Patent Attorney/Patent Agent is responsible for the preparation and prosecution of patent applications to support the goals of PTC Stakeholders.
Contractor, Patent Attorney/Patent Agent interfaces cross-functionally with PTC Stakeholders in all relevant PTC Teams and external Patent Counsel on patent issues as needed.
Contractor, Patent Attorney/Patent Agent is engaged with PTC Culture initiatives, supports PTC regulatory requirements and follows Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Essential Functions:

Obtain or perform subject matter patentability and freedom-to-operate searches as needed to support the goals of PTC Stakeholders.
Prepares and prosecutes patent applications as needed to support the goals of PTC Stakeholders.
Interface with all relevant PTC Stakeholders and external Patent Counsel as needed to provide direction or instructions and/or review regarding potential responses to patent examination communications from Intellectual Property offices.
Attend internal meetings with all relevant PTC Stakeholders to obtain information for the preparation and prosecution of patent applications; provide direction and support to all relevant PTC Stakeholders for the drafting, filing and prosecution of patent applications; contribute patent expertise while developing and executing PTC patent strategy; align with timing of all relevant PTC Stakeholder goals while satisfying all patent statutory requirements.
Performs additional duties as requested or required.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Required:

* Minimum level of education and years of relevant work experience.

The Contractor, Patent Attorney/Patent Agent has a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant scientific discipline as well as a Juris Doctorate degree and a minimum of 8 years of progressively responsible, demonstrated experience in preparing and prosecuting patent applications; at least 6 years of which include patent application preparation and prosecution (in-house or at a law firm) related to pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical subject matter.
The Contractor, Patent Attorney/Patent Agent has a minimum of 6 years of substantial relevant experience interfacing with Research, Preclinical, Publication Review, Business Development, Project Development, CMC, Clinical, Marketing, Commercial, Regulatory, Supply Chain, Corporate Communications, and associated Operations Teams and external Patent Counsel.

* Special knowledge or skills needed and/or licenses or certificates required.

Admission to at least one state bar.
Registered to practice before the United States Patent Office.
Demonstrated experience preparing, filing and prosecuting patent applications, including electronic filing of patent applications with the USPTO or a similar IP Office.
High degree of integrity and ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
Strong attention to detail and the ability to adhere to strict deadlines and guidelines.
Reliable self-starter with the ability to influence without direct authority.
Demonstrated proficiency using the advanced functionality of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Sharepoint and Teams) and Adobe.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively, as required, in a fast-paced, matrixed, team environment consisting of internal and external team members.
Analytical thinker with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines.
Excellent planning, organization and time management skills including the ability to support and prioritize multiple projects.

*Special knowledge or skills and/or licenses or certificates preferred.

Hands-on experience in Research, Preclinical, Publication Review, Business Development, Project Development, CMC, Clinical, Marketing, Commercial, Regulatory, Supply Chain, Corporate Communications, or associated Operations environments.
Hands-on, laboratory-based scientific experience.
Hands-on experience filing patent applications using the USPTO's Patent Electronic Filing System (EFS-Web).

* Travel requirements

0-10%

Apply online at:
https://ptcbio.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/PTC_Careers/job/Remote-United-States/Contract--Patent-Counsel_R1626-2

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Remote (US)

Patent Litigator – Corporation – Remote

April 8, 2021- US - Telecommute, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Litigation

The cannabis industry is one of the fastest growing segments of the economy, and intellectual property (IP) is becoming an increasingly important element for the sustained growth of the industry. The future of IP development, transactions, licensing, and litigation for the cannabis industry is now being established, and tremendous opportunity exists for experienced IP practitioners to establish themselves as leading figures and thought leaders in the cannabis industry.

The Company has an industry leading patent portfolio and growth strategy and is seeking a patent litigator with at least six years of patent litigation and PTAB experience. The selected candidate will directly handle day-to-day case and licensing demands in the fast-growing cannabis and hemp industries. This requires an entrepreneurial spirit and someone with a wide range of technical, legal, and business development and negotiation skills. This role will provide the candidate with an opportunity to be at the forefront of patent enforcement for the cannabis industry.

Job Summary:

Initiate, defend, and manage post issuance patent proceedings such as post grant reviews, inter partes reviews, oppositions, and patent litigation.

Handle all phases of litigation: pleadings, discovery, depositions, motions practice, hearings, pre-trial and trial, mediation, settlement. Establish and develop streamlined SOPs for all patent proceedings.

Participate in: acquisition and licensing negotiations in both contentions and non-contentious settings; licensing campaigns; due diligence; and the drafting, reviewing, and negotiation of agreements covering intellectual property rights.

Proactive and resourceful, with ability to effectively manage multiple priorities, deadlines, ambiguity, and operating in novel situations.

Assist in identifying potential assets for acquisition and licensing, international patent prosecution and portfolio management, patent drafting, IP audits, idea generation and harvesting, and IP partnership tasks with select partners.

Requirements:
Generally, at least six years of patent litigation experience, we welcome applicants with substantially more experience.

Registration to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and the ability to handle IPRs and IPR defense.

Bar membership in good standing in your state of residence with preference given to those licensed to practice in Oregon, California, and/or Colorado.

Scientific degree(s), with a preference for organic chemistry, engineering, and/or physics. Formulation, pharmaceutical, and chemical expertise is appreciated, including botanical extraction (e.g., water, ethanol, Co2, hydrocarbon solvent-based techniques). Cannabis and hemp-specific experience is appreciated, but is not required.

Apply via email to:
PatLitResume@gmail.com

Additional Info
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: Remote

Senior Patent Paralegal – Large Corporation – Newark, NJ

March 27, 2021- US - Northeast, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Work - Licensing / Other Corporate

Mars, Incorporated is seeking a Sr. Patent Specialist in Newark, NJ. This role will be responsible for managing and supporting the Mars patent prosecution practice for the global Mars Petcare businesses, including associated docket reconciliation and periodic docketing support. This role will also support ongoing contract procurement, as managed by the Global IP team. The Sr. Patent Specialist will assist the IP Legal team in ensuring consistent practices are followed within the team and across internal client groups and will reduce the team’s reliance on external paralegals and outside legal counsel. Position is available in Newark, NJ or Franklin, TN or Hackettstown, NJ.

Technology/Patent Specialist – Small Corporation – Cleveland, OH

March 21, 2021- US - Midwest, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech, Work - Admin

Trailhead Biosystems is seeking a life sciences technology specialist with 3-5 years of experience, who enjoys leveraging IP strategies to support Trailhead Biosystems’ mission to create industrial grade special human cells and therapies. The successful candidate, reporting to Senior IP Counsel, will directly support multiple scientific and therapeutic programs of Trailhead Biosystems, contribute to global patent preparation and prosecution strategy and help build the company’s intellectual property portfolio. In addition, the successful candidate is expected to routinely provide diligence and research support to the scientific and business teams of the company. The successful candidate should have meaningful patent drafting and prosecution experience in cell therapy, immunology, and/or life science technologies in general and significant research or technical experience in one or more of these fields. Candidate does not need to be registered to practice before the USPTO as a patent agent.

Responsibilities:

Work closely with scientists to capture innovations, and review and analyze invention disclosures and proposed publications.
Contribute to the drafting, filing, prosecution, and maintenance of patent applications that are high quality and strategically aligned with business goals.
Develop a deep understanding of patent portfolios in support of worldwide patent prosecution and contribute to company's global prosecution strategy.
Provide hands-on direction and input to outside counsel, including reviewing and revising a wide variety of work product, such as patent applications and office action responses.
Perform IP due diligence, technology assessments, and landscape and FTO analyses.
Support scientific and business development teams and activities, including with product, technology and scientific research.
Monitor and analyze competitive intellectual property.
Implement and administer IP policies and best practices
Manage IP reporting obligations with government funding organizations and in connection with company collaborations.
Support intellectual property-related transactional work
Maintain a strong knowledge practice before the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office
Requirements:
Ph.D. in a molecular biology, cell biology, immunology, or related discipline is strongly preferred; B.S./M.S. with significant work experience in stem cells, cell therapy, tissue engineering, and/or gene engineering may also be considered.
Minimum 2+ years of experience in the patent department at a pharmaceutical or life sciences company or at a law firm representing clients in the field of life sciences, biotechnology, or closely related patent areas working on patent application preparation, patent prosecution, client counseling, opinions, patent litigation and IP transactional matters.
Experience in U.S. and foreign intellectual property law relating to the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industries
3-5 years of experience conducting high-quality patent search and diligence projects, including conducting scientific journal and patent searching on Internet databases.
Strong technological aptitude for learning and working with a range of technologies; and a willingness to learn and engage with Trailhead employees and outside counsel in other technology areas, including small molecule drugs, formulations, and cell manufacturing.
• Excellent writing, communication, organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
Proven track record of communicating complicated IP issues to scientists and management.
Capable of recognizing, assessing, and responding to urgent matters with timely, practical, and clear solutions.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to strategically educate and support fellow employees.
Self-directed and proactive, comfortable executing on multiple projects independently and in collaboration with others.
Admission to the USPTO as a registered patent agent is not required. Company will support candidate’s interest in becoming admitted to practice before the USPTO as a registered patent agent, and to obtain a law degree at an ABA accredited law school in its evening division.

Apply online at:
https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/2463916864

Please provide resume and cover letter along with your application

Additional Info
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: Cleveland, OH

Intellectual Property Patent Counsel – Small Corporation – Remote

March 8, 2021- US - Telecommute, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Intellectual Property, Work - Intellectual Property, Work - Other Patent

Commvault was formed in 1988 as a development group within Bell Labs, and later designated as a strategic business unit of AT&T Network Systems. In 1996, it was incorporated as an independent company. In the 20 years since, we’ve experienced tremendous growth, pioneered numerous industry-shaping innovations, and established ourselves as a respected leader in data and information management.

Responsibilities:

Work closely with internal teams to identify new inventions
Manage a significant personal docket to prepare and prosecute high-quality patent applications protecting Commvault’s products and services worldwide
Closely supervise and collaborate with outside counsel responsible for aspects of Commvault’s patent portfolio, including attorneys and support staff
Provide infringement, validity, and freedom to operate opinions based on prior art search results and other analysis
Identify strategic business value and market dynamics associated with various technologies and competing products
Advise internal stakeholders at various levels regarding IP issues
Assist with protecting Commvault’s trademark assets
Provide IP support as a member of cross-functional legal teams in licensing, litigation, and other matters

Requirements:

Partner-track or equivalent in-house attorney with 4+ years of patent prosecution experience at a large law firm or major corporation
Registered to practice before the USPTO
BS and/or advanced degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, or equivalent work experience in the software field
JD from a top-tier ABA-approved law school
Proven track record of extensive successful software patent prosecution, particularly regarding computer architectures, data networking, and data storage
Patent prosecution experience in non-US jurisdictions
Trademark prosecution experience preferred.
Prior non-legal work experience in software development, computer system design, and/or data networking is a plus
Superior academic credentials
Exceptional professionalism, communication, personal integrity, and interpersonal skills
Ability to work with clients in team-oriented partnerships to achieve outstanding results
Flexibility to accept diverse challenges in a fast-paced high-tech environment.
Proactive and self-sufficient practice management skills, including strong productivity combined with high-quality output
Excellent attention to accuracy and detail in all aspects of responsibilities
A positive attitude, a dynamic personality, and a creative spirit

Apply online at:
https://commvault.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/commvault/job/Tinton-Falls/Intellectual-Property-Patent-Counsel_R0005583

Attach Resume with your submission

Additional Info
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: remote

IP Associate Attorney – Small Corporation – Reston, VA

February 22, 2021- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

The Marbury Law Group, PLLC is seeking experienced, highly qualified IP associate attorneys for our Reston, Virginia office.

The candidate will focus mainly on the preparation and prosecution of patents in one or more of the following areas: circuit analysis and in particular, analyzing circuits at the transistor level as well as semiconductor devices and processing, and will interface with foreign counsel to obtain international patents for our U.S. based clients.

Portable business is not required. However, the ideal candidate should possess strong client communication and development skills with the desire and ability to take a lead role in managing and growing client accounts.

Education Background:

The ideal candidate is a registered U.S. patent attorney with at least a B.S. in electrical engineering. However, candidates with a B.S. or advanced degree in other technical fields such as physics, materials science, chemical engineering, or mechanical engineering will be considered. In particular, candidates with industry experience in semiconductor devices and their fabrication will be considered.

Electrical Engineering candidates with mandarin Chinese language skills are a plus.

Experience:

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of patent experience in prosecuting existing and drafting new patent applications or patent examination, preferably with patent or technical experience in one of the fields noted above.

Duties:

The candidate will focus mainly on the preparation and prosecution of patents in one or more of the following areas for U.S. based clients:

- Electrical: semiconductor devices and fabrication processes, transistor level circuit analysis, telecommunications (i.e., wired and wireless communications, hardware and software, networking, etc.), electrical engineering, software.

Duties may also include the drafting and analysis of patent re-examinations as well as opinions of counsel; management and direction of foreign counsel; client counseling, infringement analysis, validity analysis, re-examination and reissue request drafting, IP licensing, IP due diligence, and assistance with marketing and client development efforts; possible review and management of junior associate work product for senior candidates; and direction of paralegal staff. In addition, duties may include occasionally supporting our firm’s commercial litigation practice in the litigation of IP matters, including the drafting of pleadings, discovery requests, motions, briefs, reports, etc.

Salary:

We offer a unique compensation structure which provides a generous base salary with an expectation of 1550 minimum billable hours per year.

For employees who generate over 1550 billable hours per year, we also offer a formula-based bonus for each billed hour over 1550 hours. Total compensation is based on productivity and billable hours, and is projected to be similar to that of large law firms for candidates interested in billing large law firm hours (e.g., ~ 2000 billable hours).

Benefits:

We offer a professional, relaxed, supportive office environment, casual dress, flexible work hours, with a low minimum billable hours requirement, free parking and comprehensive benefits including paid vacation, health and disability insurance, 401(k), profit sharing, et cetera.

We encourage and support associate attorneys in marketing and developing their own clients. Associate attorneys receive credit for client origination, manage the client relationship with supervision from our partners, and receive a bonus based on the amount of client origination.

Contact:

Please email cover letter, resume, two letters of reference and writing sample (published patent application preferred) to careers@marburylaw.com

Additional Info
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: Reston, VA

Patent Attorney – Large Corporation – Mechelen, Belgium

February 21, 2021- Europe, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech, Work - Attorney

Cochlear is the global market leader in implantable hearing solutions, with leading positions in the EU, USA and other regions. Cochlear is also invested in other implantable solutions in addition to hearing solutions. Our Intellectual Property department is currently looking for a Patent Attorney on a permanent basis based in our location in Mechelen to support all of our technologies.

Patent Attorney/ Agent – Small Corporation – San Diego, CA

February 9, 2021- US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech, Work - Other Patent, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Regulatory

Genomatica develops commercial biobased processes to make widely-used chemicals that enable better, more sustainable everyday products. That enables our partners and leading brands to offer better food packaging, auto parts, clothing, tires, carpets, and more.
We’ve commercialized processes for bio-BDO (for plastics) and for biobased butylene glycol (for cosmetics); and our technology drives the world’s first commercial-scale biobased plant for a major intermediate chemical. We’re working on polyamide intermediates (nylon) and on butadiene (tires); and we’re helping numerous companies with their bioprocesses. We have more on the way.
Genomatica is seeking a biotechnology/chemical Patent Attorney or Patent Agent who thrives in a fast-paced, cutting-edge, innovative yet collaborative R&D and business development environment.

Primary responsibilities include (a) managing part of Genomatica’s global patent portfolio, (b) managing new patent preparation and creating a related global IP strategy, and (c) providing guidance on intellectual property related issues.

The successful candidate will have demonstrated: expertise in relevant legal, technical and, preferably, business areas; managing and building a biotechnology and commercial product patent portfolio; drafting and prosecuting patent applications globally; providing IP guidance to R&D, executive and commercial teams; experience in spotting strengths and weaknesses in patents; effective collaboration with external R&D and business partners; independent and creative thought; and ability to multi-task on projects across diverse technical areas and legal issues. Preferably the ideal candidate has participated in and managed patent challenges and defenses and has supported technology-related contract negotiations.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Manage all aspects of a portion of Genomatica’s patent portfolio and one or more technology areas, working with the Senior Director of IP and and managing outside patent counsel
Identify, assess, and make recommendation on inventions
Create patent strategies consistent with Business goals, R&D status, partner’s input and competitive space
Manage preparation and filing of new applications
Provide third party IP analyses, working with R&D, outside counsel, and search services
Provide guidance to R&D and Senior Management on third party IP
Perform and review patent and scientific literature searching as needed
Manage challenges to third party patents or defenses to the managed patent portfolio
Support other actions related to the patent portfolio being managed and assigned technology areas
Represent Genomatica on external collaborator IP committees
Present IP best practices training to R&D, Business Development and Senior Management
Support business, R&D and commercial teams as needed in activities and transactions involving technology or IP related to the patent portfolio being managed and assigned technology areas

Qualifications & Experience:
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required in order satisfactorily perform in this role.

1. Education

Recognized to practice before the USPTO.
At least a BS, preferably Ph.D., in life sciences, chemistry or related technical field.
Preferably a Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school and admitted to a US state bar in good standing, and more preferably admitted to practice in California.

2. Experience

At least 5-8 years in a law firm and/or company drafting, reviewing and editing patent applications, managing a patent portfolio, guiding R&D in IP issues, and providing a range of IP-related services in the biotechnology or chemical industry, including advising clients on related legal and business issues and risks.

3. Knowledge Requirements

Excellent and demonstrated knowledge at least of patent laws and patent procurement practices of the U.S. and other major countries, of best practices and considerations for patent drafting, of patent opposition practices and grounds, of considerations for patent value and issues assessment, of law firm services and billing practices, of best practices for IP protection and exploitation, of patent searching, of basic principles and issues of patent and technology licensing and commercial use of inventions, of drafting arguments and counterarguments related to patent strengths and weakness, invalidity, infringement, and other IP issues.

4. Competencies

Ability to respond sensibly and rapidly to urgent and demanding situations.
Excellent, demonstrated oral and written communication and presentation skills, preferably experienced directly in drafting arguments and counterarguments related to patent strengths and weakness, invalidity, infringement, and other IP issues.
Excellent, demonstrated business acumen and ability to deliver solid, concise, solution-oriented, win-win approaches and advice, in the context of evolving competitive, business and/or R&D scenarios.
Proactively develop and/or implement approaches to enhance efficiency and cost-savings related to IP administrative matters.

Work Environment/ Physical Demands:
The work environment and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position involves working in an office setting. As such this position requires the ability to use computers and office equipment. The position requires communication with other individuals, inside and outside the company, through a variety of methods. There are no specific lifting requirements. This position may require the ability to work outside normal business hours on an as needed basis. Ability to travel for business meetings, conferences, and partnered meetings may be necessary.

Genomatica is committed to providing exciting career opportunities in an environment that values trust, respect, openness, teamwork, creativity, enthusiasm, and diligence. We strive to create a culture that enables and encourages everyone to bring their whole selves to work. We are committed to be a company where everyone feels they have equal opportunity to reach their potential. Everyone is accepted and appreciated for who they are and what they bring to Genomatica.

We promote the continued development of an inclusive environment that values diversity through Geno4All, our employee led Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) committee. We are looking for innovative, highly motivated, and collaborative people who enjoy the challenges and rewards of a company devoted to commercializing cutting-edge sustainable technology.

Check us out on our LinkedIn Life page. Genomatica is an equal opportunity employer.
Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.

Apply online at:
https://www.genomatica.com/careers

Additional Info
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: San Diego, CA

SaaS Marketer with Patent Experience – Small Corporation – Remote

February 1, 2021- US - Telecommute, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Work - Admin

Patent Bots is looking to hire a marketer with patent experience. In particular, we are looking for someone (1) with diverse skill sets and who is willing to learn more, (2) who takes initiative and is able to work independently to find solutions, and (3) likes doing the work themselves instead of managing others.

Patent Agent – Large Corporation – Sunnyvale, CA

January 25, 2021- US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech

Cepheid is searching for a creative, dynamic and collaborative registered Patent Agent to join the IP legal team. The team is responsible for executing and developing Cepheid’s intellectual property strategy relating to its molecular diagnostics platform, as well as assisting with general legal matters.

The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and be capable of developing a comprehensive understanding of Cepheid’s technology while working closely with R&D and product development teams. Experience working on global teams is beneficial and the successful candidate will be expected to understand the importance of operating with a global mindset and model global and cultural sensitivity.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

Develop and implement national and international patent prosecution strategies
Assist with the drafting and filing of new patent applications
Work closely with outside counsel to prepare responses to office actions on existing US and international patent filings
Coordinate activities with outside counsel and foreign patent associates
Confer with the company’s scientists and product development teams to identify patentable inventions
Conduct prior art searches, analyzing patents and assist in the preparation of freedom-to-operate opinions
Assist in due diligence projects in connection with a range of strategic transactions, including significant collaborations and M&A transactions
Attend R&D and/or product development meetings to serve as a liaison for the IP team
Identify, analyze and monitor 3rd party patent filings and technical literature.

Minimum Requirements:

Registered to practice in front of the USPTO.
Bachelors degree with at least 5 years relevant experience or a Masters Degree with at least 3 years relevant experience, including at least 2 years of experience in preparation and prosecution of patent applications and IP strategy and portfolio management.
Strong scientific background, preferably an advanced degree (or equivalent lab experience) in a biological science, biochemistry, chemistry, mechanical engineering, biomedical engineering or other field relevant to life sciences, medical diagnostic or medical device industry.
Comprehensive understanding of USPTO patent prosecution practices, rules, regulations and strategies.
Experience with global patent prosecution strategy and process.

Apply online at:
https://jobs.danaher.com/global/en/job/R1136870/Patent-Agent

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

Patent Attorney – Large Corporation – Gothenburg, Sweden

January 23, 2021- Europe, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech, Work - Regulatory