Patent Agent – Small Corporation – San Francisco, Calif.

February 12, 2018- US - Silicon Valley & SF, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech, Work - Patent Prosecution

Whole Biome Inc. is seeking a Patent Agent.

Responsibilities:

Be responsible for all aspects of company's patent practice, including assisting in evaluating invention disclosures, drafting patent specifications and claims, preparing and prosecuting applications, and working on proceedings in the United States Patent and Trademark Office.
Work with creative and inventive people at Whole Biome, whether in R&D, marketing, or any other function, to identify and refine patentable inventions and file strong new patent applications at an aggressive pace. Provide guidance and input on data generation to further enable and strengthen patent claims.
Implement winning strategies to ensure broad coverage and issuance of claims.
Prosecute and manage the full docket of patent applications with USPTO and with foreign patent offices, while working in close coordination with external IP counsel.
Oversee and evaluate freedom-to-operate and patentability analyses.
Analyze competitive threats on a dynamic basis by performing periodic reviews of third party patents and patent applications. Provide summary digests to company management.
Educate and train scientists and company personnel on relevant IP matters.
Stay on top of company's rapidly moving scientific progress and continuously review draft publications, poster presentations, conference abstracts, etc. for potential patentable content.

Requirements:

Minimum 2 years of relevant experience as a Patent Agent at a law firm is required
Registered to practice before the USPTO
An advanced degree in biology, pharmacology, immunology, biomedical engineering, chemical engineering, electrical engineering, computer science, or similar fields
Team-oriented individual able to interact with individuals in different functions
Lab training in biological sciences would be highly preferred
Prior experience at a small-mid size biotechnology company is a plus

Contact
To apply, please email careers@wholebiome.com. Send resume and an example of a patent filing, if available.

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

Patent Associate – Small Law Firm – Shrewsbury, N.J.

February 8, 2018- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - NYC, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma

Moser Taboada is seeking a Polymer Chemist Patent Associate in its New Jersey location with at least 2 years of experience practicing in the chemical arts.
Experience in chemical patent preparation and prosecution is required. However, experience may have been gained practicing as an agent.

Patent Attorney / Patent Agent (Patent Prosecution) – Small Law Firm – San Jose, Calif.

February 7, 2018- US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Invoke IP, P.C. is seeking a Patent Attorney. Responsibilities include drafting and prosecuting patent applications for two innovative Fortune 50 companies, and a few exciting startups. Highly competitive pay based on billed hours that matches big law salary, while providing flexibility with no minimum billable hours.

Patent Attorney – Large Law Firm – Greenville, S.C.

February 7, 2018- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Dority & Manning is committed to maintaining the highest standard of client care, with an emphasis on providing client-focused, quality-driven services. We provide a full-range of legal services that span across all aspects of intellectual property law, including patent, trademark, copyright and trade secret laws, and that cover almost every industry and technology area. To provide such comprehensive IP-based services, our attorneys and agents combine technical and legal expertise with practical experience to help our clients fully protect and commercialize their intellectual property.

Patent Counsel – Large Corporation – Multiple Locations

February 7, 2018- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Midwest, - US - Northwest, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Prosecution

HP is a proven leader in personal systems and printing, delivering innovations that empower people to create, interact, and inspire like never before. We leverage our strong financial position to extend our leadership in traditional markets and invest in exciting new technologies.

HP has an impressive portfolio and strong innovation pipeline across areas such as:

Blended reality technology - our unique Sprout by HP will change the way people do things, including:

3D printing
Multi-function printing
Ink in the office
Tablets, phablets, notebooks
Mobile workstations

We’re looking for visionaries who are ready to make an impact on the way the world works. At HP, the future’s yours to create!

HP Inc.’s Patent Development Group is seeking a highly motivated patent attorney to join its legal team. In this role, Counsel will support the Patent Development Group's efforts to build and maintain a high quality patent portfolio that furthers the goals of HP's dynamic business. More specifically, the successful candidate will be responsible for personally drafting and prosecuting strategic, high quality patent applications, while supporting the department in a number of other activities critical for its success.

This unique opportunity will offer significant promotional and rotational opportunities. Successful candidates begin their careers in the Patent Development group and personally design their career path based on their goals and interests. Future roles can include patent portfolio management in Patent Development, rotations to IP Transactions & Counseling or IP Sales & Licensing, and Director or VP level leadership roles.

Key Responsibilities

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

Education and Experience Required:

A B.S. degree and/or advanced degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, or Computer Science
A J.D. degree from an accredited university and admission to a state bar
Admission to practice before the USPTO
1 to 7 years of experience preparing and prosecuting patent applications
Strong academic credentials
Preference for candidates who have personally drafted at least 10 patent applications
Ability to work with clients in a team-oriented partnership to help them arrive at elegant solutions to their problems
Flexibility to accept new and different challenges in a fast paced, high-tech environment
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
A positive attitude, creative spirit, passion for IP law, and strong motivation to excel

Contact
To apply, please email ceyda.a.maisami@hp.com or vist this website: https://h30631.www3.hp.com/job/houston/patent-counsel/3544/7039025. Please attach a resume, cover letter, and a recent writing sample, such as a published patent application and/or published Office Action response.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Houston, Texas; Boise, Idaho; Washington, District of Columbia; Vancouver, Washington

Associate Attorney – Small Law Firm – Bloomington, Minn.

February 7, 2018- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Viksnins Harris Padys Malen LLP is searching for a patent attorney to fill a partnership track position in our Bloomington, Minnesota office. Resumes will be accepted from individuals meeting the following requirements:

Corporate Counsel, I.P. Attorney, Patent Chemical – Large Corporation – Cleveland, Ohio

January 31, 2018- US - Midwest, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Chemical / Pharma

Sherwin Williams is seeking a Corporate Counsel, Intellectual Property Attorney, Patent Chemical. This attorney will provide expert advice and counsel on technology agreement negotiation and drafting, patents, trade secrets and related intellectual property issues to multiple research and development groups, and assistance with intellectual property issues in connection with private and government contracts and global markets. This position will report to the Associate General Counsel for Intellectual Property and can be based out of our Cleveland, OH or Minneapolis, MN facility.

The technology agreement, patent and trade secret-focused intellectual property attorney will provide legal advice and services to research and development and product innovation teams, and provide counsel on contracts for private and government-sponsored research, and external technologies. The position requires substantial knowledge of negotiation and drafting of technology agreements in industrial and consumer businesses, detailed knowledge of coatings and polymer chemistry, substantial experience in chemical patent law and advanced chemical and material technologies, and the proven ability to efficiently communicate and work with Ph.D. level chemists and chemical engineers.

Specific responsibilities include:

Creative negotiation, drafting and managing of intellectual property agreements including non-disclosure and confidentiality agreements, joint development agreements, government-sponsored research and consulting agreements, technology licenses, distributorship agreements;
Collaboration with scientists, engineers and researchers and technical directors regarding new products, product innovation and improvements;
Assistance with and review of invention disclosures, research activities and new product innovation;
Drafting, filing and prosecution of patent applications, U.S. and foreign;
Evaluation of intellectual property and developing protection strategies;
Patent research and mapping, freedom-to-practice analysis and opinions;
IP due diligence for mergers and acquisitions;
Patent and trade secret dispute and litigation support;
Trade secret identification, documentation and protection;
Development and execution of intellectual property protection strategies and related risk management;
Interaction with and management of outside counsel, U.S. and foreign;
IP legal assistance, training and support for marketing, sales, general legal and technology personnel and departments

Attorneys at this level are expected to demonstrate the following:

Effectively handles assigned legal activities for business units, functions or legal practice areas.
Supports projects and teams - Supports or leads projects and teams providing legal support and solutions to the company's business units or corporate departments.
Provides advice - Provides focused and practical legal advice respecting business operations as well as the impact of current or anticipated laws, rules and regulations.
Substantiates positions - Researches, develops and coordinates implementation of legal solutions.
Mitigates risk - Identifies and analyzes existing and emerging legal risks. Develops and implements business-focused strategies to manage risks.
Compliance - Assists the development and implementation of policies, procedures and control mechanisms to promote compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations.
Proactive guidance - Stays abreast of new regulations and emerging legal risks; provides proactive advice and counsel to business units and corporate functions that may be impacted.
Demonstrates the development of core legal expertise and support for legal affairs of business units or enterprise-wide functions.
Develops understanding of the operational model by which the supported business unit or enterprise-wide function operates.
Supports clients on a cost-effective basis
Manages outside counsel in an efficient and cost effective manner, as necessary

Primary Business Partner Engagement

Engages, communicates with and advises mid-management and operational business level of such clients
Develops understanding of how legal support affects objectives, risks and returns of business clients

Supervisory Responsibility

May manage or provide work direction or review the work of IC level support staff (paralegals, admins, fellows, law clerks, etc.)

Performs other duties as assigned.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

FORMAL EDUCATION:

Required:

Juris Doctor
License to practice law required (applicable jurisdiction)
Excellent academic credentials including bachelor of science or advanced degrees in chemistry or chemical engineering
Bar admission in Ohio or Minnesota OR eligibility to be licensed in Ohio or Minnesota
Registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE:

Required:

Requires 5 years of legal experience
High level of proficiency with business software and databases
Experience and knowledge of all aspects of intellectual property with specialization in patents and trade secrets and sub-specialization in chemical technology
Experience in negotiation and drafting of technology and product development agreements, preferably including experience with large commercial product manufacturers and consumer products
Extensive experience in managing a high volume of intellectual property matters
Extensive knowledge of related areas of IP law and business law fundamentals
Proven ability to manage outside counsel on complex matters in a cost-effective manner

Preferred:

Extensive experience with coatings and polymer technologies

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic information, creed, citizenship status, marital status or any other consideration prohibited by law or contract.

VEVRAA Federal Contractor requesting priority referral of protected veterans.

Contact
To apply, please visit this website: https://jobsearch.sherwin.com/en/job-description?jobNumber=17000GOY.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Cleveland, Ohio

Founded in 1866, The Sherwin-Williams Company is a global leader in the manufacture, development, distribution, and sale of paints, coatings and related products to professional, industrial, commercial, and retail customers. The company manufactures products under well-known brands such as Sherwin-Williams®, Valspar®, HGTV HOME® by Sherwin-Williams, Dutch Boy®, Krylon®, Minwax®, Thompson’s® Water Seal®, Cabot® and many more. Sherwin-Williams® branded products are sold exclusively through a chain of more than 4,100 company-operated stores and facilities, while the company’s other brands are sold through leading mass merchandisers, home centers, independent paint dealers, hardware stores, automotive retailers, and industrial distributors. The company supplies a broad range of highly-engineered industrial and OEM coatings for wood and general industrial, coil, packaging, protective and marine, and transportation applications worldwide. Our 60,000 employees are diverse, innovative and passionate. With a variety of rewarding and challenging opportunities, Sherwin-Williams is a great place to find a career that takes you places.

Intellectual Property/Patent Paralegal – Large Corporation – Minneapolis, Minn.

January 31, 2018- US - Midwest, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Work - Paralegal / Legal Secretary

Sherwin Williams is seeking an Intellectual Property/Patent Paralegal. The Intellectual Property/Patent Paralegal and Trademark position is responsible for providing legal and administrative support to in-house IP counsel. Legal support includes, without limitation, those tasks and responsibilities generally performed by IP paralegals in law firms and corporate legal departments.

Intellectual Property/Patent portfolio management, documentation, docketing and maintenance:

Acquire and maintain knowledge of company systems, tools and processes and procedures related to the documentation and protection of IP assets worldwide.
Collaborate with business units and corporate departments on the collection, preparation and filing of documents and related correspondence for IP assets.
Assist attorneys with IP filings, correspondence and docketing and daily practice management.
Possess and maintain knowledge of systems and procedures for protection of IP assets with government and administrative agencies worldwide.

Intellectual Property/Trademark Support:

Conduct computer searches to determine availability of proposed trademarks.
Prepare and file domestic trademark applications, affidavits and renewals.
Coordinate with foreign counsel to file foreign trademark applications, affidavits and renewals.
Prepare documents necessary to assert or defend trademark oppositions and cancellations.
Monitor U.S. publications for potential infringement of the Company’s trademarks.
Maintain electronic docketing system for trademark activities.
Docketing (including processing IP communications to and from outside/foreign counsel and the USPTO and docketing due dates as necessary), document preparation (including filing papers, draft responses, information disclosure statements), electronic filing, foreign and international IP filings (including corresponding with foreign associates), coordinating annuities, assisting attorneys with IP filing metrics, cost reduction projects and internal process efficiencies (including maintaining a best practices handbook for IP matters).

Administrative Support:

Administrative support may include, without limitation, the oversight and use of electronic matter management, docketing, billing and budgeting systems, the processing of new matters and the preparation of various reports and analyses.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

FORMAL EDUCATION:

Required:

High school diploma or equivalent
Paralegal Certification OR Associate Degree in Paralegal Studies

Preferred:

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE:

Required:

Minimum 1 year of IP legal or administrative experience
Familiarity and expertise with IP rules, regulations and procedures

Preferred:

More than five years of job-related experience.

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex,
sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic information, creed, citizenship status, marital status or any other consideration prohibited by law or contract.

Contact
To apply, please visit this website: https://jobsearch.sherwin.com/en/job-description?jobNumber=17000HMQ.

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

Chief I.P. Counsel – Small Corporation – Cambridge, Mass.

January 25, 2018- US - Northeast, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech

Wave Life Sciences is seeking Chief Intellectual Property Counsel. Responsibilities include:

Lead implementation and build-out of structure, processes and personnel for effective and efficient operation of Wave’s in-house IP function
Manage the in-house IP team, outside counsel, and IP-related budgets, forecasting and resources. Able to coach, mentor and develop team members, and proactive in sharing knowledge and collaborating with teams and stakeholders
Counsel key stakeholders, including management and the board of directors, in protecting and defending Wave’s IP rights worldwide, with particular attention to key assets, platform technology, and early stage research programs
Understand, monitor and advise Wave team members regarding the competitive IP landscape for the company’s platform and product IP, and provide strategic counsel in connection therewith
Provide broad-based strategic and portfolio advice, with demonstrated leadership skills and a vision of success tied to larger organizational goals
Proactively counsel all levels of the organization on IP matters, ranging from broad strategic objectives to day-to-day collaboration with Wave’s research and development teams
Collaborate with in-house and outside counsel on IP-related proceedings and challenges
Oversee and manage Wave’s in-house IP team and outside counsel in drafting, prosecuting and maintaining Wave’s patents, trademarks and applications. Ability to provide hands-on direction and input, and to draft and review a wide variety of work product
Identify and navigate patent and trademark opportunities and risks for Wave’s programs and operations worldwide
Conduct and enhance Wave’s IP-related processes and protections, including portfolio reviews and long-range planning, patent review committee, invention disclosures, pre-publication review, and drafting/review of IP-related contract provisions
Review proposed publications and presentations for potential impact on patent portfolio
Lead IP due diligence, technology assessments and freedom-to-operate analyses in potential strategic transactions (including strategic partnerships, licensing and financing), as well as supervise outside counsel in the same
Anticipate future business, competitive and legal risks, and identify creative solutions and opportunities
Perform freedom-to-operate analyses and opinion work
Stay current with relevant laws, developments and practices; educate and advise colleagues on issues, developments and competitive landscape

Contact
To apply, please visit their website: www.waveliffesciences.com.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: Cambridge, Massachusetts

Patent Associate – Law Firm – Washington, D.C.

January 23, 2018- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Prosecution

NSIP LAW is currently seeking resumes from patent attorneys or patent agents with an electrical/computer science background, by way of a technical degree or work experience, interested in joining our team. Although at least two years of experience is preferred, we welcome resumes from attorneys or agents with no prior patent prosecution work experience. We also welcome resumes from candidates with USPTO experience.

Assistant General Counsel, IP Transactions and Licensing – Large Corporation – Portland, Ore.

January 23, 2018- US - Northwest, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Work - Intellectual Property, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate

Nike seeks an experienced intellectual property lawyer to serve as an Assistant General Counsel, IP Transactions and Licensing. In that role, the successful candidate will provide IP counseling for key segments of Nike’s world-class innovation, product development, and manufacturing innovation, including developing and implementing current and forward-looking innovation/IP activities. As a member of Nike’s legal and IP teams, you will collaborate closely with Nike’s business and innovation teams, as well as legal colleagues, to provide deal negotiation, drafting, and execution and strategic advice related to the company’s IP development, strategic partnerships, business relationships, and licensing activities.

In this role, the successful candidate will help to drive innovation efforts through IP-centric partnerships and transactions. You will develop and implement best practices and processes for aligning IP strategies with Nike business goals. As a member of the Nike global IP and legal departments, you will work closely with other members of those teams to provide expertise where needed.

Core Responsibilities:

Develop and implement global strategy for Nike’s IP transactions and licensing activities.
Work closely with senior management, technical/business stakeholders, and legal colleagues to advise and negotiate IP-intensive transactions, including strategic partnerships, joint development efforts, open innovation activities, patent licenses, and IP acquisitions.
Draft and negotiate IP-centric agreements including joint development and collaboration, IP acquisition, university research, and inbound and outbound license agreements.
Lead Nike’s open source program.
Provide IP advice (including ownership, licensing, and indemnification guidance) for commercial and corporate agreements, including consulting, exclusivity, supply and manufacturing agreements.
Provide IP advice on a variety of company and business issues, including M&A activities, strategic innovation programs, university relations, inventor programs, confidentiality programs, and employment-related issues.
Collaborate and work with other senior business, IP, and legal leaders on a wide range of IP-related issues, including IP analysis, due diligence, disputes, and strategy.
Provide education and training to Nike’s business, innovation and legal partners regarding IP, open source, and transactional/licensing issues.

Requirements:

Juris Doctor degree and active member in good standing of at least one state bar; admission to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and a technical degree are strongly preferred.
5 to 10 years of solid experience in: negotiating and drafting IP and technology transactional agreements, license agreements, and IP provisions of commercial agreements; general IP substantive areas (including patent prosecution and litigation, trade secrets); open source review and counseling; and IP counseling. Some in-house legal experience is preferred.
Broad range of legal experience and substantive knowledge related to open source, patent licensing, enforcement and litigation.
Strong communication skills -- verbal and written -- with the ability to express thoughts clearly, concisely, and persuasively to a range of audiences, including legal experts, innovators, technologists, and senior business executives.
Capable of adding value to Nike through unique technical and legal expertise.
Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills; a team player who can establish and build partnerships within all levels of the innovation and legal teams.
The ability to multi-task, manage multiple priorities, problem solve and deliver timely and effective results in a fast-paced, team environment.
The ability to counsel clients in developing business and licensing strategies by finding creative solutions to complex business and legal issues relating to IP.

Contact
Apply online by visiting this link: https://jobs.nike.com/job/portland/assistant-general-counsel-ip-transactions-and-licensing/824/6891767.

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

Patent Attorney – Small Law Firm – Campbell, Calif.

January 22, 2018- US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Mahamedi IP Law LLP is seeking a Patent Attorney. Responsibilities include patent preparation and prosecution. Candidates should be admitted to the California Bar with a BS or higher in Physics, Mathematics, Engineering or Computer Science.

Trademark / I.P. Litigation Attorney – Law Firm – Nationwide or Telecommute

January 22, 2018- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Midwest, - US - Northeast, - US - Northwest, - US - NYC, - US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - Southwest, - US - Telecommute, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Paralegal / Legal Secretary, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution, Work - Regulatory

Loza & Loza, LLP is seeking a Trademark/IP Litigation Attorney.

Software and Electronics Patent Prosecution – Large Law Firm – Overland Park, Kan.

January 20, 2018- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Work - Patent Prosecution

Hovey Williams is seeking a Software and Electronics Patent Prosecution Agent.

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Multiple Locations

January 17, 2018- US - Midwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical

holland Holland & Hart is looking to bring in exceptional EE patent attorneys with 1-4 years of experience, for our dynamic, growing electronics and computer patent practice. We represent some of the largest and most innovative technology companies in the world, and have a unique, collaborative environment focused on excellence, teamwork, and work/life balance.

I.P. Litigation Attorney – Large Law Firm – Multiple Locations

January 17, 2018- US - Midwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Work - Patent Litigation

Holland & Hart's IP group is seeking a mid-level attorney to join its IP Litigation practice in Boise, Boulder, or Denver offices.

Patent Prosecution Paralegal – Government – Albuquerque, N.M.

January 17, 2018- US - Southwest, Emp - Government, Tech - Any / Other, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution, Work - Regulatory

logo The Intellectual Property Center within the Legal Division at Sandia National Laboratories is looking for an experienced Patent Paralegal to join their highly talented team. The position requires excellent organizational, problem solving and priority setting skills. Experience working with and understanding of the rules and regulations set forth by the United States Patent & Trademark Office, (USPTO) are essential to success in this position. The position requires reviewing and acting upon materials received from USPTO, preparing draft materials responsive to USPTO for attorney review and/or completion, maintaining attorney dockets, maintaining patent database (database entry, errors checks), and maintaining hardcopy files. The successful applicant will act as primary support for one or more patent prosecution attorneys, including preparing materials for attorneys' signature (missing parts, certificates of correction, engagement letters, etc.), calculating filing fees, conducting database searches for attorneys (reference prior art, private PAIR, etc.), filing materials in USPTO in accordance with federal rules, maintaining USPTO deposit account, and coordinate payment of patent maintenance fees.

The successful candidate will be adept at meeting frequent deadlines with constant interruptions while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. Excellent written and oral communication skills; demonstrated ability to work with and appropriately protect sensitive, proprietary and confidential information; and the ability to work in a team environment while exercising independent judgment and interact effectively with peers and all levels of management are necessary.

This job series typically:

Provides high-level paraprofessional legal support to in-house attorneys and external co-counsel retained to represent Sandia Corporation. Works under attorney supervision but with a high degree of independence to provide paralegal and administrative support of a responsible and confidential nature and helps ensure the smooth functioning of legal matters and projects.
Works cooperatively with Sandia staff to ensure appropriate document management, protection, retention, and disposition in accordance with applicable policies and procedures.
Further develops and maintains Sandia's records and database files, including scanning and coding documents into Sandia databases.
Conducts computerized searches for information.
Remains current on processes and procedures in applicable court and administrative forums.
Ability to prioritize and adjust to changing priorities, problems, and deadlines.
Ability to work independently.
Knowledge of Sandia's organization, history, policies, and procedures.
Computer application and database skills.
Demonstrated accuracy and judgment and a high degree of initiative, discretion, diplomacy, confidentiality, and flexibility.
Ability to meet deadlines.
Knowledge of protocol.
Adept at adjusting to changing priorities, problems, and deadlines.

Required:

High school graduate, that meets state-mandated educational, training or work experience requirements.
Minimum of 3 years of direct experience working in a patent prosecution environment within a law firm or in-house.
Must have experience with USPTO rules and procedures, patent docketing and supporting attorneys.

Desired:

Paralegal degree preferred.
Experience with IP Management software (i.e. Thompson Rueters IP Manager).
Proficient with Microsoft Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, CRM and Outlook) , Adobe and SharePoint.

Department Description:
The Intellectual Property Center within the Legal Division is responsible for Sandia National Laboratory Copyrights, Export Control, Intellectual Property, Intellectual Property Counseling, Invention Disclosures, Patents Publications, Review & Approval Trademarks.

About Sandia:
Sandia National Laboratories is the nation’s premier science and engineering lab for national security and technology innovation, with teams of specialists focused on cutting-edge work in a broad array of areas. Some of the main reasons we love our jobs:

Challenging work withamazingimpact that contributes to security, peace, and freedom worldwide
Extraordinary co-workers
Some of the best tools, equipment, and research facilities in the world
Career advancement and enrichment opportunities
Flexible schedules, generous vacations,strongmedical and other benefits, competitive 401k, learning opportunities, relocation assistance and amenities aimed at creating a solid work/life balance*

World-changing technologies. Life-changing careers. Learn more about Sandia at: http://www.sandia.gov

*These benefits vary by job classification.

Security Clearance:
Position requires a Department of Energy (DOE)-granted L-level security clearance.

Sandia is required by DOE directive to conduct a pre-employment drug testing, and a pre-employment background review that includes personal reference checks, law enforcement record and credit checks, and employment and education verifications. Applicants for employment must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE L-level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship.

Applicants offered employment with Sandia are subject to a federal background investigation to meet the requirements for access to classified information or matter if the duties of the position require a DOE security clearance. Substance abuse or illegal drug use, falsification of information, criminal activity, serious misconduct or other indicators of untrustworthiness can cause a clearance to be denied or terminated by the DOE, rendering the inability to perform the duties assigned and resulting in termination of employment.

EEO Statement:
Equal opportunity employer/Disability/Vet/GLBT

Contact
To apply, please visit this website: https://sandia.jobs/albuquerque-nm/patent-prosecution-paralegal-experienced/8A4CCC18A1B84DE39D1B836EDB03F9D3/job/?utm_campaign=DE-Pilot&utm_medium=JOBS&utm_source=patentlyo&utm_medium=JOBS&utm_campaign=DE-Pilot

Additional Info
Employer Type: Government
Job Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico

I.P. Associate – Large Law Firm – Washington, D.C.

January 12, 2018- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Prosecution

DINSMORE & SHOHL LLP, a prominent national law firm with over 640 attorneys in 22 cities, is seeking an Intellectual Property Associate in the Washington, D.C. office. This position requires an attorney with a minimum of three years’ experience in patent preparation and prosecution, and a degree in electrical engineering or computer science. Qualified candidates can look forward to a practice that will include significant client contact and a diverse range of work, including analysis and opinion work, patent preparation and prosecution. UPSTO registration and admission to a state bar is required.

I.P. Associate – Large Law Firm – Milwaukee, Wis.

January 12, 2018- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Reinhart Boerner Van Deuren's growing Intellectual Property Department seeks a full-time associate with a minimum of two years' experience in patent counseling and prosecution for our Milwaukee office. We are interested in a highly-motivated candidate with technical background in mechanical engineering, biomedical engineering, electrical engineering or similar fields. Candidate must be admitted before the USPTO and have superior academic credentials. Qualified IP associates receive nationally competitive salaries. As a large general practice firm, we are offering a unique opportunity to join and be an integral member of a fast-growing and dynamic IP team.

Patent Agent / Technical Writer – Large Law Firm – Portland, Ore.

January 10, 2018- US - Northwest, Emp - Law Firm, Work - Patent Prosecution

Stoel Rives LLP is seeking a patent agent/technical writer. Responsibilities include: