Associate – Law Firm – Silicon Valley, Calif.

May 29, 2014- US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical

Knobbe, Martens, Olson & Bear, LLP, an Am Law 200 firm and one of the largest Intellectual Property firms in the country, is looking to add patent attorneys with high tech and medical device backgrounds to its small but growing Silicon Valley office. Candidates must have at least approximately 3 years of experience and a degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Biotechnology, or a similar discipline. Graduate degrees are a plus. Candidates must also have strong academic credentials, as well as superior written and verbal communication skills.

Associate (Biology) – Law Firm – Washington, D.C.

May 28, 2014- US - Southwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech

Knobbe, Martens, Olson & Bear, LLP seeks candidates with 2 years of experience. Must possess a PhD in Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology or equivalent. Candidates must have strong academic credentials, as well as superior written and verbal communication skills.

Patent Attorney / Agent – Law Firm – Tysons Corner, Va.

May 27, 2014- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Any / Other, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Jones Robb, PLLC is seeking full-time registered patent attorneys and patent agents with 4-8 years relevant experience to work in its Tysons Corner, Virginia office. Responsibilities will include preparing and prosecuting domestic and international patent applications, including complex Patent Office proceedings; and working on other patent related counseling matters, including opinions and strategic patent portfolio development.

Patent Agent – Large Corporation – San Diego, Calif.

May 22, 2014- US - Southwest, - US - West, Tech - Biotech, Work - Patent Agent

Verenium, a global leader in developing high-performance enzymes, is part of BASF – The Chemical Company BASF. The company is seeking a Patent Agent to work in its San Diego offices.

The Patent Agent role is responsible for prosecution of part of the enzyme patent portfolio of GVF/N at the San Diego site (Verenium) under the oversight of a senior patent agent (IP Manager for Enzymes). The San Diego site has been designated as a global R&D Center for enzyme development pursuant to the Enzyme Roadmap, requiring on-site support on intellectual property matters.

On-site support for intellectual property matters needed as the San Diego site is designated as the global R&D center for Enzymes at BASF. In-house support preferred by R&D and Legal groups for both depth of support and cost savings. Other responsibilities include:

Drafting and filing and prosecuting patent applications before the USPTO and management of corresponding foreign cases
Work closely with business, R&D project teams, and inventors to identify and articulate opportunities for patent protection
Searching relevant databases for relevant art, review search results for patentability and landscaping purposes
Supporting Patent attorneys in patentability and FTO analysis
Responsibility to coordinate prosecution activities with Global IP Enzyme Strategy

Requirements

Minimum of B.S. in relevant technical area (Biology, Biotechnology, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, etc).
Minimum of 7 years relevant work experience in legal/intellectual property, including 4+ years of experience working on patent searching, drafting, and prosecution.
Registration before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
Self-starter as well as team player, working well with other patent practitioners and support staff.
Must have excellent organizational skills, communication skills, and writing skills.
Must have in-depth understanding of US patent law and general understanding of foreign patent laws, including Europe and Asia.
Able to work effectively in a changing environment, prioritize demands, and use keen judgement. Experience in a corporate environment required, including experience working with various functional groups.
Must be able to build strong and enduring client relationships.
Proficiency with USPTO Electronic Filing System (EFS) and Public and Private PAIR system required.
Patent searches with established databases required (e.g. GenomeQuest, PatBase).

Contact
Apply online using this link: http://jobs.basf.us/job/Patent-Agent-Job/58909300/.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: San Diego, California

Verenium’s unique enzymes, designed to improve efficiency and economics, together with BASF’s sustainable chemistry, will continue to transform the future of enzymes. By combining our cultures of innovation and our focus on creating sustainable solutions, we will continue to harness the power of nature and leverage its unique, patented technology to create enzyme products that maximize efficiency while improving environmental performance.

Patent Counsel – Large Corporation – San Diego, Calif.

April 30, 2014- US - Southwest, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate

Hologic, Inc. is seeking a Patent Counsel who will be responsible for providing legal services and advise on a variety of IP-related matters for the diagnostics business unit of Hologic, which is located in San Diego, California.

There has never been a more exciting time to join us. Bright people, working together to pioneer advances in human health care, have created Hologic's success. Our company believes that people are our greatest asset and only by recruiting, hiring, developing and retaining the most talented employees can we continue to be successful. Our work atmosphere is stimulating, innovative and customer focused. We provide employees with state-of-the art tools and technology, a collaborative and passionate work environment and the ability to make a dramatic difference in the world of healthcare.

We are rapidly growing and yet we have never been more focused – on our people, on our growth, on our future.

Responsibilities

Draft and prosecute patent applications in the biological, chemical and mechanical arts
Supervise U.S. and foreign counsel engaged in drafting and prosecuting patent applications and in post-grant challenges, including inter partes review, post grant review, oppositions and invalidation appeals
Acquire detailed understanding of the technologies, products and R&D activities of the business
Counsel key technical and business personnel on IP portfolio development and strategies, adversarial proceedings, competitive IP and commercial activities, and licensing opportunities
Conduct landscape searches, patentability reviews, freedom-to-operate analyses, and patent assessments relating to R&D activities, product releases, licensing opportunities and IP acquisition
Review and assist in drafting agreements relating to the use, transfer or ownership of IP, including non-disclosure, material transfer, professional services, research, collaboration, and license agreements

Education and Experience

B.S. degree in biology, chemistry or biochemistry, with 2+ years of practical laboratory experience
J.D. from an accredited law school and 3+ years of experience as a practicing patent attorney in the life sciences industry (law firm and/or in-house)
Registered patent attorney and member in good standing of at least one state bar (preferably CA).

Agency and Third Party Recruiter Notice
Agencies that submit a resume to Hologic must have a current executed Hologic Agency Agreement executed by a member of the Human Resource Department. In addition Agencies may only submit candidates to positions for which they have been invited to do so by a Hologic Recruiter. All resumes must be sent to the Hologic Recruiter under these terms or they will not be considered.

Hologic, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer & VEVRAA Federal Contractor

Contact
Apply online by contacting Anne Herrera at: anne.herrera@hologic.com.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: San Diego, California

Hologic, Inc. is a leading developer, manufacturer and supplier of premium molecular diagnostic products and services that are used to diagnose human diseases, screen donated human blood and to aid in biomedical research. Hologic is also a leader in the development, manufacturing and sales of medical imaging systems and biopsy devices as well as surgical and treatment products, with an emphasis on serving the healthcare needs of women. Our business is dedicated to impacting the lives of people across the globe through the early detection of disease, improved diagnosis and less invasive treatments.

Patent Attorney or Patent Agent – Large Corporation – Palo Alto, Calif.

February 12, 2014- US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Prosecution

Our client, a mid-sized pharmaceutical company, is seeking to add a Patent Attorney or Patent Agent to its department. The Patent Attorney or Agent will work with the company’s Associate General Counsel of IP and be responsible for drafting and managing global patent portfolios directed to The company's products. In addition to working on all aspects of patent prosecution, including drafting patent applications and responding to Office Actions, the position will work closely with R&D colleagues to monitor the progress of The company's in-house research and development, evaluate freedom to operate with respect to third party patent rights, evaluate potential in-licensing or acquisition opportunities and advise research groups on a variety of IP issues, including assessment of third party patent rights.

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

February 6, 2014- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Prosecution

Arnold & Porter's Washington office is seeking a mid-level registered patent associate for the Intellectual Property Practice Group to work on USPTO inter partes matters. Qualified candidates should have a minimum of 3 years’ experience in patent prosecution and preferably exposure to inter partes matters and evidence of excellent writing skills. Candidates must have a PhD in the life sciences, material sciences, or biomedical engineering fields. DC bar or ability to waive into DC bar required. All applicants must have excellent academic credentials, writing skills and references.

Patent Attorney – Large Corporation – Tucson, Ariz.

January 31, 2014- US - Southwest, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Prosecution

Ventana Medical Systems is seeking a patent attorney. Coordinates and performs RTD/Ventana’s intellectual property (“IP”) activities for one or more departments of the Company or subgroups of such departments (“business units”). Secures protection for the Company’s intellectual property and minimizes risk associated with bringing new products and innovations to the marketplace by ensuring respect for the valid intellectual property rights of others.

Essential Functions

Implements an IP strategy within one or more business units.
Acts as the primary contact for Ventana IP issues within one or more business units.
Prepares, drafts, files and prosecutes patent applications in the United States Patent & Trademark Office in order to protect the Company’s investment in research and development.
Prepares written opinions on issues of patentability, patent infringement, patent validity and freedom-to-operate issues in order to minimize the business risk associated with bringing new products and innovations to the marketplace.
Assists product development teams in designing products to avoid valid patent claims of others in order to minimize the business risk associated with bringing new products and innovations to the marketplace.
Provides general counseling and training on IP issues to relevant business units.
Evaluates contract terms related to IP and coordinates with corporate counsel on the drafting and negotiating of same.
Conducts due diligence on IP aspects of transactional projects.
Provides technical support for patent litigation matters.

Minimum Qualifications

Formal Training/Education:

Undergraduate degree in one of the following: life sciences/chemistry/biotechnology; advanced degree in the Life Sciences highly preferred.
Doctor of Jurisprudence, licensed to practice law in one or more of the 50 states or the District of Columbia.
Licensed to practice law before the United States Patent & Trademark Office.

Experience:

At least five years experience in IP practice, including patent preparation and prosecution, licensing, opinion work, transactional due diligence, and client counseling.
Experience in patenting biologics/in vitro diagnostic devices preferred.
Experience practicing law as in-house counsel and with IP litigation matters preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain open, candid, and trusting work relationships.

Contact
Apply online by visiting our website.

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

Product Patent Attorney – Large Corporation – Foster City, Calif.

January 29, 2014- US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate

Gilead Sciences is seeking a Product Patent Attorney to work in its Foster City, Calif., offices. This opportunity involves drafting and prosecuting global patent portfolios associated with antiviral (HIV) compounds. Responsibilities include working closely with R&D to monitor the progress of Gilead's in-house research, evaluating freedom to operate and patentability relating to pharmaceuticals, and considering potential regulatory matters.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on a wide range of intellectual property issues in a growth-oriented pharmaceutical company. The successful candidate should be able to independently identify legal and other issues potentially impacting the business. The ability to counsel research and business colleagues by providing clear advice is essential. The successful candidate is also expected to develop expertise in specific areas of the law and contribute effectively to legal and cross functional projects. The successful candidate will be a part of the product attorney group and will report to a senior attorney.

Draft and prosecute patent applications (US and foreign patent offices).
Develop and maintain a detailed understanding of assigned projects.
Conduct patentability and freedom-to-operate reviews.
Counsel research and management colleagues in regards of patent portfolio and strategy.
Review and assist in the drafting of nondisclosure, research, license and other agreements involving the use, transfer, or ownership of intellectual property.
Review proposed publications in regards of potential invention disclosure.
Provide support for in-licensing and acquisitions.

Essential Duties and Job Functions:

Works collaboratively with other members of legal departments as well as internal client departments.
Sets appropriate priorities with clients and delivers results within the established timelines.
Contributes to multidisciplinary and/or cross-functional projects and with some assistance from their supervisor take responsibility for legal aspects of complex to moderately complex projects within the IP Legal team.
Develops solutions and solve problems with ongoing input and oversight from more senior members of the IP Legal team.
Judgment will be reserved primarily for completing assigned analysis in an efficient and accurate manner.

Contact
Apply online by visiting this link: https://www.gilead.apply2jobs.com/ProfExt/index.cfm?fuseaction=mExternal.showJob&RID=15305&CurrentPage=1.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Foster City, California

Patent Attorney/Agent – Law Firm – Tysons Corner, Va.

August 31, 2013- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

O’Brien Jones, PLLC is seeking full-time registered patent attorneys and patent agents with 2-5 years relevant experience to work in its Tysons Corner, Virginia office. Responsibilities will include preparing and prosecuting domestic and international patent applications, including complex Patent Office proceedings; and working on other patent related counseling matters, including opinions and strategic patent portfolio development.

IP Associate – Law Firm – San Mateo, Calif.

August 29, 2013- US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Any / Other, Tech - Biotech, Work - Patent Prosecution

Sr. Licensing Contract Administrator – Large Corporation – Pleasanton, Calif.

August 29, 2013- US - Southwest, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate

Roche, one of the world’s leading research-focused healthcare groups, is seeking a
Sr. Licensing Contract Administrator to work in Pleasanton, California.

Responsibilities
Basic Function and Scope of the Position:
• Prepares and coordinates all documentation for Product and Licensing Contract Overviews and associated documents for the Licensing department.
• Maintains licensing agreement database and is responsible for data entry and maintenance to ensure accurate and timely royalty obligations for RMS can be met by Finance.
• Provides constant database curation and monitoring.
• Maintains a tracking system for completion and issue reports on contract activities.
• Primary person to coordinate, manage, enter and track the associating of products with relevant patents with input from Patents, licensing agreements with input from Licensing, and royalty obligations in the active database system.
• Monitors contract compliance for Licensing department.
• Assists in royalty administration locally and with corporate Licensing internationally and serves as the primary person for this function within the Licensing Department.

Major Job Functions & Contributions:

• Responsible for database entry and maintenance for in- and out- licensing payment and royalty obligations of Finance. Monitors royalty reports/payments of research and diagnostic product licensees.
• Interfaces with Finance and Licensing to make sure that delinquencies are addressed in a timely manner.
• Analyzes licensing contracts and agreements for financial and non-financial obligations, enters and tracks these in eBDS and other relevant database.
• Maintains and updates contracts in eBDS and other relevant database.
• Generates database reports.
• Resolves contract administration issues.
• Ensures that products are readily and properly identified, documented for and linked to patents in database for accurate and timely royalty obligation fulfillment and tracking.
• Coordinates with Project Leaders and Product Managers, Licensing Managers, Patent Attorneys and Contract Attorneys to ensure proper agreement and product information entry and maintenance in relevant databases.
• Interfaces with local and global administrators for eBDS, SAP, Design History Files, Sales Databases and other databases, as necessary, to coordinate contract administration for RMS.
• Creating PowerPoint and Excel presentations and presenting to internal and external customers.
• Provides input to royalty income estimates and budgets.
• Provides input to Licensing personnel regarding royalty issues relating to products and provides necessary input to LifeCycle Teams
• Other duties as necessary.

Who you are:
You’re someone who wants to influence your own development. You’re looking for a company where you have the opportunity to pursue your interests across functions and geographies. Where a job title is not considered the final definition of who you are, but the starting point.

Qualifications and Experience:

• BS/BA Business Administration or Life Sciences, relevant database/computer skills are required, familiarity with medical, diagnostic and/or pharmaceutical terms is preferred.
• Knowledge of patents and licensing contracts highly preferable
• Minimum of 5-8 years proven relevant experience
• Significant (minimum 3-5 years) Diagnostic and /or Pharma/Biotech experience, preferably in both global and local roles highly desirable

• Diagnostic and/or Pharma industry and relevant diagnostic area knowledge preferred.

• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills required.
• Enjoys and thrives in a team environment.
• Effectively communicates with scientist, physicians, business development professionals, patent and contract attorneys and others to achieve desired results.
• Result oriented with the ability and desire to effectively manage a project from start to finish both in time and with the desired financial outcome.
• Highly self-motivated with some project management skill desired.

• Must be very detail oriented and enjoy learning.

Contact:
The next step is yours. To apply online today and to learn about other exciting positions, please go to: http://careers.roche.com and enter Job ID #2746227527 in the “Keyword” box underneath the Global Job Search field. Roche is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Pleasanton, California

At Roche, 80,000 people across 150 countries are pushing back the frontiers of healthcare. Working together, we’ve become one of the world’s leading research-focused healthcare groups. Our success is built on innovation, curiosity and diversity, and on seeing each other’s differences as an advantage. To innovate healthcare, Roche has ambitious plans to keep learning and growing – and is seeking people who have the same goals for themselves.

Patent Prosecution Associate – Law Firm – Denver, Colo.

August 8, 2013- US - Midwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Work - Patent Prosecution

Faegre Baker Daniels seeks an Associate to join our thriving Denver Intellectual Property Group. Faegre Baker Daniels is an Am Law 100 firm with offices located throughout the U.S., and in Europe, and China. Our IP practice includes all areas of intellectual property law for a national and international client base. Successful candidates will have 2-4 years experience in patent preparation and prosecution and will be a member of the patent bar for at least 2 years. Additionally, the candidate must have a Ph.D. in a biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, or related field as well as excellent academic credentials, strong writing skills and professional recommendations. Transactional and patent opinion/analysis support experience is a plus. This position offers competitive compensation and unlimited potential for professional growth.

Patent Attorney – Small Corporation – Salt Lake City, Utah

July 30, 2013- US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Boston, Mass.

July 30, 2013- US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Any / Other, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Prosecution

Preti, Flaherty, Beliveau & Pachios, LLP, diversified regional law firm, has an immediate opening in its Boston office for a partner-level patent attorney with a background in biochemistry or chemistry. A generous percentage-based compensation arrangement is offered, ideal for a seasoned practitioner who desires to develop and grow a practice.

Patent Agent / Attorney – Small Corporation – Cambridge, Mass.

July 25, 2013- US - Northeast, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Moderna Therapeutics is seeking a skilled para-professional (assistant or paralegal) for in-house legal support with a focus on intellectual property and transactional matters. This talented individual will be instrumental in supporting internal efforts directed at patent preparation, filing, and prosecution. The position will also involve support of transactional work directed to various contracts and agreements including MTAs, CDAs, JDAs, MSAs, research collaborations, and licensing agreements. The IP assistant/paralegal will also provide general support of the company’s legal department as well as special projects as they may arise within the department.

Responsibilities:
• Effectively collaborates with in-house attorneys and agents and coordinates with outside counsel/staff
• Supports timely patent preparation, filing and prosecution activities
• Support and manage all contract and transactional work at the company
• Responsible for special projects including, but not limited to; due diligence, assignment projects, interference proceedings, post grant review, sequence listings, re-examinations, and on-line patent database searches
• Assumes additional responsibilities, as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:
• 3 years of legal administrative or para-professional experience in a corporation or law firm
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Outlook, searching and docketing software
• Effective collaborator interpersonal skills

Preferred Qualifications:
• A BA/BS degree
• Experience in biotech or pharmaceutical industry or at law firm that supports the same
• Familiarity with technical aspects of biological or chemical sciences
• Notary Public certification

Competencies:
• Detail Orientation (strong attention to detail and high quality work standards)
• Highly Organized (ability to prioritize and perform effectively under pressure)
• Results Orientation
• Operates Independently (works independently and meet deadlines with minimum supervision)
• Excellent analytical, organizational and time management skills
• Effective Communication (oral and written)

Contact:
Apply online at: http://modernatx.com/revolution.

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

Why join Moderna Therapeutics:

Moderna Therapeutics is pioneering messenger RNA therapeutics™, an entirely new in vivo drug modality that produces human proteins or antibodies inside patient cells, which are in turn active intracellularly or secreted. This breakthrough platform addresses currently undruggable targets and offers a superior alternative to existing drug modalities for a wide range of disease conditions. Moderna has developed a broad intellectual property estate relating to mRNA therapeutic technologies ranging from novel nucleotide chemistries to specific drug compositions. The company plans to develop and commercialize its innovative mRNA drugs—initially for rare diseases and oncology—while partnering drug candidates in other therapeutic areas in order to rapidly deliver this innovation to patients.

Based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Moderna is privately held and was founded in 2010 by Flagship VentureLabs in association with leading scientists from Harvard University and Massachusetts Institute of Technology.

Moderna recently signed a collaboration agreement with Astra Zeneca that provided a $240MM upfront payment (plus milestone payments).

Moderna is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person’s race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Moderna will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.

Patent Associate – Law Firm – Kansas City, Mo.

July 19, 2013- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Any / Other, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Stinson Morrison Hecker LLP, a broad based, national firm, seeks a qualified attorney for its IP and Technology practice division in our Kansas City office. We are seeking a patent attorney with one to three years experience.

Director IP Strategy, Biopharmaceuticals – Other – Chicago, Ill.

July 15, 2013- US - Midwest, Tech - Biotech

Pharmaceutical company seeks Director IP Strategy, Biopharmaceuticals. Individual will be responsible for developing and implementing intellectual property strategies (IPS) for the company's biologics franchises and products.

Senior Patent Counsel – Other – Boston, Mass. area

July 15, 2013- US - Northeast, Tech - Any / Other, Tech - Biotech, Work - Patent Prosecution

Pharmaceutical company seeks Senior Patent Counsel to support the company's biopharmaceuticals group, i.e., antibody based drugs. Candidates must have significant experience with patent prosecution matters involving both development and commercial stage therapeutic antibody programs.

Patent Search Attorney – Large Corporation – Evanston, Ill.

July 6, 2013- US - Midwest, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate

Cardinal Intellectual Property, an Intellectual Property Search and Services company, is seeking a Patent Search Attorney to work in its Evanston, Illinois office. We are particularly looking for those who have a background in Computer Science and/or Electrical Engineering to fill this technical need. This role is an integral part of our Private Client Services (PCS) team and works intimately with clients in order to ensure requirements are met and high quality Private Client searches and projects are delivered. This includes, but is not limited to:

• Developing complete and timely quotes/estimates for PCS clients
• Drafting instructions and compensation details per client requirements
• Fielding questions from clients regarding CIP work product
• Assisting clients through troubleshooting and implementing solutions
• Providing assistance to analytical and sales teams where necessary and needed
• Final review of searches to assure high quality
• Performing PCS searches

Desired Skills & Experience:
• JD Required
• Must be a Patent Attorney and/or Patent Agent
• Technical Degree is required
• Electrical Engineering and/or Computer Science background is a major plus
• Prior patent experience in a law firm
• Prior industrial experience a plus
• Trademark experience is a major plus

Contact:
Apply online by visiting this link: http://www.cardinal-ip.com/careers/careers.html. Cardinal Intellectual Property, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Evanston, Illinois

Cardinal Intellectual Property, is an Intellectual Property Search and Services company. Our staff includes scientists, patent agents, attorneys, and former patent examiners who conduct thorough, in-depth patent research and analysis. We also provide intellectual property monitoring and IP docketing services. Visit our website, www.cardinal-ip.com, for more information.

Company Culture:
Our corporate culture is entrepreneurial, self-confident and informal. The atmosphere is creative, fast-paced and focused on growth. We work to foster an environment that promotes innovation, appreciates diversity of thought that creates new opportunities for development.