Patent Prosecution Associate/Of Counsel – Law Firm – New York, NY

May 1, 2024- US - NYC, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Prosecution

Steptoe LLP, an AmLaw 100 firm, seeks a patent prosecution associate with at least 5+ years of biotechnology experience to join the Intellectual Property (“IP”) Group in our New York office. Duties include preparing and prosecuting patent applications, performing patent landscape, freedom-to-operate, noninfringement, and invalidity analysis, conducting IP due diligence, and mentoring junior patent agents. Strong academic credentials, as well as outstanding organizational, interpersonal and writing skills, are required. An advanced degree in biology, chemistry, biochemistry, immunology, or pharmacology, is required as well as admission to thePatent Bar admission.

IP Patent Agent, Biotechnology – Law Firm – New York, NY

May 1, 2024- US - NYC, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Steptoe LLP, an AmLaw 100 firm, seeks a Intellectual Property Patent Agent, Biotechnology to join our Intellectual Property (“IP”) Group in the New York office. Duties include working with clients to identify inventions, assisting attorneys in preparing and prosecuting patent applications, assisting attorneys in patent searching and patent analysis, and providing technical assistance to attorneys in IP litigation and IP transaction. Strong academic credentials, as well as outstanding organizational, interpersonal and writing skills, are required. Ideal candidates will have an advanced degree in biology, chemistry, biochemistry, immunology, or pharmacology.

Patent Litigation Associate (Life Sciences) – Law Firm – New York

April 27, 2024- US - NYC, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Litigation

Steptoe, an AmLaw 100 firm, seeks a Life Sciences Patent Litigation Associate to join its rapidly growing IP practice in New York. Ideal candidates will have 2-6 years of experience in life sciences/pharmaceutical patent litigation with a bachelor's degree or an advanced degree in biology, molecular biology, immunology, pharmacology, biochemistry, or chemistry. Strong academic credentials, as well as outstanding organizational, interpersonal, and writing skills, are required. Expected Life Sciences Patent Litigation Associate salary is $225,000 to $370,000 depending on experience.

Biotech Patent Associate – Law Firm – Chicago, IL

April 22, 2024- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Work - Patent Prosecution

Leydig, Voit & Mayer Ltd., a Chicago-based intellectual property law practice of over 80 attorneys and technical advisors, seeks an experienced biotech patent associate to join our Chicago office.

Patent Agent – Bioengineering – Law Firm – Remote

April 12, 2024- US - Telecommute, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Work - Patent Prosecution

IPkey PLLC is a growing and agile patent law firm 100% focused on generating patent value for our clients. We’re a technology-augmented prosecution and strategy firm at our core, and we partner with world-class monetization and litigation counsel on a mission-by-mission basis.

The firm seeks an experienced Patent Agent to make an immediate impact with a high-growth biosystems client and to support our interdisciplinary team. We hope to establish a long-term relationship and will consider part-time and project-based candidates for this remote 1099 contractor role.

Responsibilities:

master our clients’ products, services, and patents
lead invention disclosure meetings and recommend filing strategies aligned with the clients' strategic goals
draft and prosecute utility patent applications primarily in relation to bioengineering technologies and also supporting our interdisciplinary team
prepare periodic portfolio overviews and docket reports our clients
instruct foreign associates and other law firms on prosecution tasks
formulate international patent strategies
counsel clients on portfolio and prosecution strategy
support marketing efforts, including pitches and client visits

Qualifications:

USPTO Registration Number
degree(s) in biomedical engineering, bioengineering, biology, cell biology, molecular biology, microbiology, or similar
at least 5 years of experience as a patent agent in a law firm, in-house, or technology transfer role (at least 30 patent applications drafted)
familiarity with Bayh Dole Act disclosure, election, and filing requirements
a desire to develop your abilities through diverse responsibilities, mentorship, and technology
openness to utilizing patent prosecution and portfolio management technologies to write better patent applications and make better decisions

What We Offer:

We enable patent professionals to practice at their highest ability by providing interesting work, the latest patent prosecution technologies (including Rowan Patents), highly competent team support, autonomy commensurate with skill and experience, and above-market compensation.

Interested applicants: please email a resume, transcripts, and (3) non-confidential patent writing samples to recruiting@ipkey.law.

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Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Remote

Patent Attorney / Agent – Law Firm – Tysons Corner, VA / Remote

April 7, 2024- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Telecommute, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Attorney, Work - Patent Agent

MH2 Technology Law Group, LLP, is looking for a local or remote, full-time patent attorney/agent to prepare and prosecute patent applications, draft opinions, and provide IP counseling for our clients, which include many Fortune 500 companies.

Senior Patent Attorney | Life Sciences – Law Firm – Tucson, Arizona

April 4, 2024- US - Southwest, Tech - Biotech, Work - Attorney, Work - Intellectual Property, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Nguyen Tarbet IP Law is seeking a Senior Patent Attorney to work in Tucson, Arizona.

$200,000 - $250,000 Full-Time Base Pay, plus Profit Sharing and Bonus Opportunities.

This position is full-time, in-office.

About the Position:

Do you have a passion for patent/intellectual property law and desire to becoming a Partner/Co-Owner of a boutique Intellectual Property Law Firm? If your answer is yes, then we encourage you to apply.

We are looking for a Patent/Intellectual Property Attorney with five years plus to relocate to the Tucson location. We will pay for the relocation package.

The ideal attorney candidate is registered with the USPTO and holds a PhD in Molecular Biology or a related field of study. The candidate must have a well-tuned and broad understanding of science, the ability to articulate legal strategies and courses of action, an excellent academic record, a great work ethic, effective writing skills, strong interpersonal and communication skills to work well with team
members and clients, superior judgment, and the ability to effectively handle multiple projects.

The ideal candidate must also have experience with the following: global patent prosecution and portfolio management, freedom to operate, licensing and other technology transactions, and IP due diligence related to merger and acquisitions.

We look for dynamic and entrepreneurial individuals with various backgrounds, interests, and experience for a diverse candidate pool. This is an accelerated partnership-track position.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Work with clients on submitting their patents, counselling clients on the patent process.
Must have solid knowledge of life sciences.
Patent Application preparation.
Global patent prosecution and portfolio management.
Freedom to operate.
Licensing and other technology transactions.
IP due diligence related to mergers and acquisitions.
Provide attorney guidance and case management to admin, advisor, and accounting teams.

Work Schedule and Benefits:

Full-time position, Exempt.
Pay Range is $200,000 - $250,000 plus profit sharing and bonus opportunities.
(In determining your pay, we will consider your experience and other job-related factors)
Billable hours of 1820 hours per year (or less, depending on management responsibilities).
Relocation package will be paid.
Excellent Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401(k) Retirement, Profit Sharing Plan, Education Reimbursement

About Nguyen Tarbet IP Law Firm:

Nguyen Tarbet IP is a premier boutique law firm specializing in Intellectual Property. We are a powerhouse in patent procurement. You’ll be working in a friendly environment and with several teams of dedicated professional staff. This is a rare opportunity for a well-qualified candidate to join a dynamic and growing boutique law firm that offers accelerated Partnership/Co-Ownership opportunities.

Apply via email to:
judy@ntiplaw.com

Please include a resume and cover letter with your submission.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Tucson, Arizona

Patent Associate Attorney or Patent Agent – Law Firm – Reston, VA, Boston, MA or remote.

March 14, 2024- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Northeast, - US - Telecommute, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Prosecution

The Marbury Law Group, PLLC is seeking experienced, highly qualified patent associate attorney or patent agent for our Reston, Virginia or Boston, Massachusetts offices, or for remote work.

The candidate will focus mainly on the original drafting and prosecution of patent applications in one or more of the following technical fields: semiconductor devices, optical devices, semiconductor device manufacturing and optical device manufacturing.

The ideal candidate should possess experience in drafting original patent applications in one or more of the above technical fields. Portable business is not required. However, candidates having strong client communication and development skills with the desire and ability to take a lead role in managing and growing client accounts are encouraged to apply.

Education Background:

The ideal candidate is a registered U.S. patent attorney or agent with at least a B.S. in electrical engineering, physics, materials science, chemical engineering or a related field. In particular, candidates with industry experience in semiconductor or optical devices and their fabrication will be considered.

Experience:

The ideal candidate should have at least 2 years of patent experience in prosecuting existing patent application and drafting new patent applications, 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 patent applications in one or more of the above technical fields.
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, flexible work hours with a low minimum billable hours requirement, and comprehensive benefits including paid vacation, health and disability insurance, 401(k), profit sharing, et cetera. For candidates who plan to work on-site in one of our offices, we offer casual dress code and free parking.

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 or issued patent preferred) to careers@marburylaw.com

Apply via email to:
careers@marburylaw.com

Please email cover letter, resume, two letters of reference and writing sample (published patent application or issued patent preferred).

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Reston, VA, Boston, MA or remote.

Patent Attorney or Agent – Life Sciences/Biology – Law Firm – Remote

January 29, 2024Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Prosecution

McNeill Baur, a small law firm, is seeking a Patent Attorney or Agent to work remotely.

We work with the best and brightest innovative clients at the cutting edge of biotechnology and chemistry. This is a unique opportunity to practice law at a big firm level, while benefiting from the firm's strong commitment to reasonable work hours, family-friendly atmosphere, and respecting employee work-life balance.

We are looking for experienced attorneys and agents with advanced degrees in Biology. Candidates should have at least 4 years relevant experience in patent prosecution and/or patent counseling or patent litigation. Candidates should have a track record of performing work for innovative life science, biotech, and/or pharmaceutical corporations based in the United States. Applicants must be admitted to practice before the USPTO. We want to hear from you even if you want a part-time position or are an on-ramp candidates who wants to return to the workforce.

About Us:

McNeill Baur was founded by a group of former big law attorneys who continue to practice high value, strategic patent prosecution and client counseling but in a smaller firm environment. Our attorneys are nationally recognized leaders in life sciences patent prosecution and counseling, and the firm has been ranked as a recommended firm for patent prosecution for multiple years.

We offer a comprehensive and generous benefit program, including health insurance, dental insurance, disability insurance, life insurance, parental leave, an EAP program, and a 401K plan with generous matching component. Full-time salary is negotiable based on qualifications and experience. We are open to part-time positions, proportionately compensated.

For associates committed to billing 1700 per year salary range: $180,000 – $260,000 per year. For counsel committed to billing 1700 per year salary range: $250,000 – $270,000 per year. For agents committed to billing 1700 per year salary range: $150,000 – $210,000 per year.

We are committed to equity and inclusion across race, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, identity, religion, and experience.

Candidates may apply from AZ, CA, CO, FL, IL, KY, MD, MA, MI, MN, NJ, NH, NY, NV, OH, OR, PA, RI, TN, UT, VA, WA, WI, and will work from their own home office.

To Apply:

Please submit resume, cover letter, salary requirements, desired hours per year, and a portfolio listing representative US patents or published applications that you have drafted and/or prosecuted to careers@mcneillbaur.com.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Remote

Intellectual Property Attorney or Patent Agent – Law Firm – Charlotte, NC or Greenville, SC

January 14, 2024- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Attorney, Work - Patent Agent

Shumaker, Loop & Kendrick, LLP, a large law firm, is seeking an Intellectual Property Attorney or Patent Agent to work in Charlotte, NC or Greenville, SC

Patent Associate – Law Firm – Minneapolis, Minnesota

December 5, 2023- US - Midwest, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Mueting Raasch Group is seeking a Patent Associate to work in Minneapolis, Minnesota

Patent Agent – Law Firm – Multiple Locations

November 29, 2023Tech - Biotech, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Armstrong Teasdale, a large law firm, is seeking a Patent Agent.

In-House Corporate Patent and Licensing Attorney – Corporation – Remote, New Mexico

November 24, 2023Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Attorney, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Other Patent

Epiq Counsel, a large corporation, is seeking an in-house Corporate Patent and Licensing Attorney to work remotely.

Roles and Requirements:

Minimum of eight years’ of Intellectual Property experience with a deep focus on the patent process and commercialization of patents from ideation to launch.
Deep expertise in patent prosecution, portfolio management, and technology transfer.
Experience in-house, at a laboratory, university, or government setting.
Expertise in strategically aligning IP assets (including patent applications) with clients’ commercial objectives, analyzing and mitigating risk across the organization, and ensuring quality deliverables tailored to clients’ commercial objectives.
Demonstrated skill in and knowledge of the concepts and processes involved in preparing for negotiations, conducting negotiations, and counseling clients regarding developments and options in a negotiation relating to intellectual property.
Client service orientation with excellent communication skills, including the ability to manage a large patent portfolio while collaborating closely with a variety of internal business clients, outside counsel and inventors to drive expert support and guidance.
Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
Undergraduate or postgraduate experience in biology or physics preferred but not required.
Registration to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
Member in good standing of a Bar of at least one state or the District of Columbia.

Responsibilities:

Partner with the legal and business teams focused on the intersection of national security and science.
Support the licensing group by understanding their key business strategies.
Manage, oversee and coordinate on a large patent portfolio across a variety of sciences and technologies. Including but not limited to patent preparation and prosecution functions between the business division, inventors, licensing group, and outside counsel for multiple patent sub-portfolios.

Apply Online at:
epiqcounsel_apply@epiqglobal.com

Please include a resume and best contact information for an interview.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Remote, New Mexico

Senior Patent Agent – Corporation – San Jose, CA (hybrid)

November 7, 2023- US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech

Takara Bio USA, Inc., a small corporation, is seeking a Senior Patent Agent to work in San Jose, CA

Roles and Responsibilities:

Primary responsibility for managing communications with outside counsel; taking the lead in providing guidance to counsel on the preparation and prosecution of domestic and foreign patent applications so as to best match claims to our products and strategy.
Works with R&D to assess patentability of new inventions; assist in drafting and reviewing related invention disclosures and drafting provisional patent applications.
Review and prepare freedom-to-operate opinions on 3rd party IP in collaboration with outside counsel, as necessary. Undertakes proactive reviews, where necessary.
Responsible for assigning products to relevant licenses for royalty reporting purposes.
Actively guide senior management in evaluating licensing and business transactions based on review of relevant IP.
Proposes strategies for developing the Company’s patent portfolio based on strong understanding of the Company’s technologies and those of its competitors.
Provide periodic training to Company employees regarding the protection of intellectual property.
Maintain knowledge of relevant laws, regulations or statutes affecting the Company’s intellectual property.
Proposes IP expenditure budgets, based on agreed strategy. Assist in managing expenses to budget.
This position may have supervisory responsibilities.A Ph.D. in a life-science discipline required; molecular biology and NGS experience preferred.
Must be a USPTO registered Patent Agent.
A minimum of 6 years’ experience preparing and prosecuting patent applications and conducting patentability and freedom-to-operate searches both at a law firm and within a company environment.
Demonstrated ability to lead IP reviews with key internal stakeholders.
Ability to suggest strategies for internal IP based on understanding of external IP and company’s technology position in the market.
Skilled in preparing, filing, and prosecuting domestic and foreign patent applications.
Strong advocacy skills in connection with patent prosecution.
Proven ability to handle multiple projects and effectively manage priorities so as to meet tight deadlines.
Independent and self-motivated, with a strong sense of urgency and ability to drive a project to completion.
Excellent oral and written communication skills – must be able to communicate clearly both within the organization and externally to drive projects forward.
Highly effective analytical and problem-solving skills, including excellent attention to detail.
Collaborative personality with strong interpersonal skills.
Must be fluent in written and spoken English.
Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Excel and Word.

Apply online at:
https://jobapply.page.link/ZiK5L

Additional Info
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: San Jose, CA (hybrid)

Assistant General Counsel, Intellectual Property – Corporation – Menlo Park, CA

October 24, 2023- US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Intellectual Property, Tech - Biotech, Work - Intellectual Property, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

GRAIL, a small corporation, is seeking an Assistant General Counsel to work in Menlo Park, CA.

Roles and Requirements:

As the Assistant General Counsel, Intellectual Property, you will support all aspects of GRAIL’s global Intellectual Property portfolio strategy, with a focus on patent preparation and prosecution in the life sciences and bioinformatics spaces. This role is based in Menlo Park, CA requiring an on site presence of two days or more a week. This role requires periodic travel, including travel to our affiliate GRAIL location in Raleigh, NC.

You will:

Report directly to the Head of Intellectual Property and lead a team of IP professionals/attorneys to develop and implement strategic IP plans and initiatives Assist in the implementation of IP programs and strategies in line with GRAIL’s business priorities and goals, with a focus on strategic US and ex-US patent filings and prosecution.

Collaborate with research and product development teams to identify and capture high value innovation, and identify the best forms of IP protection for such innovation

Manage internal and external resources for the preparation, filing, prosecution, strategy and management of U.S. and international patent and trademark portfolios

Partner with R&D and commercial business units as an IP generalist, including monitoring and analyzing competitive intellectual property and product offerings, coordinating patent landscape searches and analyses, and supporting corporate IP awareness through IP training

Your background should include:

10+ years experience practicing international patent prosecution, with prior in-house experience preferred
Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree, admittance to California bar and in good standing, and registration to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office
Demonstrated success managing direct reports
Technical background and advanced degree in life sciences (e.g., biochemistry or molecular biology, ideally, with at least some bioinformatics and/or data science experience)
Demonstrated experience and track record of success building and maintaining a global intellectual property and patent portfolio
Experience in preparing and prosecuting domestic and international patent applications, and providing patentability, validity, and infringement assessments
Experience with global patent prosecution, patent appeals, post-grant proceedings, and European opposition proceedings
Ability to set priorities and work under pressure to meet deadlines required and to flexibly change priorities as needed
Strong ability communicate complex patent and technical issues to management
Strong organizational skills, keen attention to detail, and ability to prioritize projects
Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills

Apply online at:
https://jobs.lever.co/grailbio/59b7fdd6-95cd-4f76-aed1-2793d21cb499

Additional Info
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: Menlo Park, CA

Pipeline Intellectual Property Manager – Non-Profit – St. Louis, MO

October 12, 2023- US - Midwest, Emp - Non-Profit, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Computer Science

Bill and Melinda Gates Agricultural Innovations (Gates Ag One) is seeking a Pipeline Intellectual Property Manager to work in St. Louis, MO

Life Sciences & Chemical Patent Attorney/Agent – Law Firm – Remote

October 8, 2023- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Telecommute, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Prosecution

Mannava & Kang, P.C. is boutique intellectual property firm in Fairfax, VA, looking for a patent attorney/agent to prepare and prosecute patent applications for leading global technology companies, including several Fortune 500 companies. It is preferred that applicants have at least a bachelor’s degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, materials science, biotechnology or equivalent fields, and at least 4+ years of patent prosecution experience. Patent examining experience at the USPTO is a plus.

Intellectual Property Attorney – Law Firm – Indianapolis, IN and Austin, TX

September 16, 2023- US - Midwest, - US - Southwest, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Reichel Stohry Dean LLP, a 4-attorney firm with partners in Indianapolis, IN and Austin, TX, is seeking experienced intellectual property attorneys who have at least 4 years of solid trademark and/or patent experience to join the firm’s fast-growing patent prosecution, trademark prosecution, and intellectual property litigation practices. While the ideal candidate would have experience in all facets of the intellectual property practice, we are open to candidates whose practices are focused on: (a) mostly patent prosecution; (b) both patent and trademark prosecution; or (c) both trademark prosecution and intellectual property litigation.

IP Specialist – Corporation – Auckland, New Zealand

August 18, 2023New Zealand, Tech - Biotech, Work - Intellectual Property

Ruminant Biotech Corp Ltd (RBT) has one purpose, to make a big difference in climate change by materially reducing the amount of methane put into the atmosphere by ruminant livestock (Cattle, Sheep, Deer, Goats).

We are at the cutting edge of biotech, developing slow-release products to put inside ruminant animals to eliminate methane production. This is a challenging design problem, involving the intersection of both materials’ science and chemistry. Protecting the IP, we develop is very important to us, and we need a top specialist to drive this exciting work.

The Role

Primary Duties include:

Driving Patent prosecution, including formulating responses to office actions (in conjunction with RBT’s external patent counsel).
Drafting Patent applications.
Overseeing preparation of invention disclosures.
Patent portfolio development, including working closely with the R&D Team to develop patents and drive the data required for their prosecution.
Working with RBT’s external IP Attorneys in New Zealand, Australia, the EU and the US to develop a coherent global patent strategy.
Assisting with licensing agreements for RBT’s IP.
Managing IP defence.
Monitoring competitor activities and new developments in the patent landscape.
Highlighting risks and opportunities to the CEO and R&D Committee of the Board.

Qualified candidates will have:

2-7 years of experience in patent application preparation and prosecution, with experience in pharmaceuticals, animal health, biotech, or life sciences a plus; and
A strong science background, with a BSc or equivalent qualification.
Experience in preparing invention disclosures, patent applications and office action replies.
Experience in developing and managing a global portfolio of patents and keeping it in good standing.
Experience in developing search strategies for freedom to operate investigations and analyzing the search results to assess potential third-party risks.
Being a qualified New Zealand patent attorney is a positive but is not essential, but you will need to be able to work/apply for a visa to work in New Zealand.

What we are looking for:

Extensive experience managing Intellectual Property or a qualified and practiced Patent Attorney.
Agile and responsive.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Strong interpersonal skills and collaboration.
Flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.
Motivated and driven to deliver results.

Benefits:

Join a highly innovative company with exciting technology and huge potential to solve a critical global challenge.
A purpose driven company culture, you’ll be helping make a genuine difference.
Competitive remuneration package.
Scope to grow and develop as the company does.
High degree of autonomy within a flexible working environment.

To Apply:

Email your CV and a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role to: Emma Hunter, Legal Counsel emma.hunter@ruminantbiotech.com or to discuss this opportunity further, please call Emma Hunter on +64 21 753 701. Applications close 5pm Friday 1 September 2023.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Other
Job Location: Auckland, New Zealand

Patent Attorney – Corporation – Santa Monica, CA

July 27, 2023- US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech, Work - Attorney

Pushing the frontier of solid cancer therapy, Neogene Therapeutics is a global, clinical stage biotechnology company built on the premise of innovation and novel paradigm-changing science. Using tumor mutation profiles to engineer fully individualized T cell therapies, Neogene is bringing new hope to address the current limitations of treatments available today.

We offer the opportunity to join a highly dynamic biotech with locations in Amsterdam, Netherlands and in Santa Monica, CA. You can expect a collaborative environment created by a team with deep scientific expertise and an industrial track-record in T cell therapies.

Neogene values pro-active team-players who pursue their goals with dedication, endurance, and a daring mindset. If you share our commitment to make a difference to patients in need, we can provide an exciting opportunity for your career.

Position Summary:

Neogene is seeking a diverse Patent Attorney is responsible for building and supporting the IP function of the organization by the drafting and prosecution of patent applications, general IP portfolio maintenance, and providing local IP support to all U.S. based science and legal functions. Additional obligations will include supporting the broader IP function of Neogene commensurate with the experience and interest of the selected candidate. This role is based in Santa Monica, CA and directly report to the Vice President, Intellectual Property in the Netherlands.

Responsibilities:

Drafts and files patent applications in coordination with outside counsel: including first provisional and PCT applications.
Handles all aspects of ongoing patent prosecution, including formulating strategy for office action responses.
Works with science teams to identify patentable inventions and coordinate preparation of data packages.
Coordinates with parent company (AstraZeneca) on docketing and administrative matters.
Coordinates with other members of the legal team to support IP review of contract and related matters.
Works with collaborators on in-licensed patent portfolios, including the oversight of third-party filing and prosecution.
Supports due diligence activities through preparation of patent portfolio summaries and review of third-party patent portfolios.
Conducts or coordinates freedom-to-operate and landscape review activities.
Performs other duties and special projects as assigned.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

Coordinates with parent company (AstraZeneca) on all IP matters including prosecution, docketing, and administration.
Drafts and files patent applications in coordination with outside counsel: including first provisional and PCT applications.
Manages ongoing patent prosecution.
Partners with science teams to identify patentable inventions and coordinate preparation of data packages.
Coordinates with other members of the legal team to support IP review of contract and related matters.
Works with collaborators on in-licensed patent portfolios, including the oversight of third-party filing and prosecution.
Performs patent searches and initial analysis of results for patentability, landscape, and FTO.
Performs other duties and special projects as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

Familiar with USPTO services and software.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and related software.
Demonstrated experience with statistics software (preferably Prism).
Proven analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to function well in a high-paced environment.
Preferred location is LA area however remote applicants with these qualifications will be considered.
The anticipated salary range for candidates who will work in Santa Monica, CA is $170,000 to $230,000. The final salary offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and length of experience within the job type and length of experience within the industry, education, etc.

Note: At this time, Neogene is not sponsoring VISAs

At Neogene we celebrate the diversity of our employees and our leadership. Neogene is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Apply online at:
https://www.neogene.com/careers/?gh_jid=4147989101

Additional Info
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: Santa Monica, CA