A Houston Intellectual Property firm specializing in patent and trademark prosecution wishes to hire a patent attorney having a minimum of four years IP experience in patent prosecution and trademark law. A degree in chemistry, chemical engineering or mechanical engineering is preferred. Duties will include patent and trademark filings and prosecution, international patent and trademark prosecution, IP portfolio management, due diligence studies, and dispute resolution.
Contact: Please email resume and contact information to ahoustonassoc@msn.com. We are a unique IP firm located in southwest Houston. Benefits and compensation commensurate with experience.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Houston, Texas
Gen-Probe (NASDAQ:GPRO), a global leader in nucleic acid diagnostics that offers exciting opportunities in the scientific advancement of human healthcare, is currently seeking an experienced Patent Attorney to prepare and prosecute foreign and domestic patent applications and to assist with preparing, negotiating and monitoring licenses and other commercial agreements involving intellectual property. This person will also work with outside counsel on various related matters. Responsibilities: • Prepare and prosecute patent applications, both foreign and domestic; to a lesser extent, manage and direct the prosecution of patent applications being handled by outside counsel. • Conduct freedom-to-operate analysis for current and future products. • Solicit and review research disclosure statements from research staff. Review technical manuscripts, marketing literature, posters and other materials intended for public dissemination. • Assist in the negotiation and documentation of commercial agreements involving intellectual property, such as licenses and joint venture agreements. • Work with outside counsel on matters such as due diligence, opinion letters, patent interferences, agreements and patent-related litigation. • Employee counseling on confidentiality and intellectual property issues, including preparing and presenting company-wide lectures on issues relating to trade secrets and intellectual property. • Provide litigation support to the General Counsel or outside counsel as needed.
Skills: • Advanced knowledge and experience preparing and prosecuting patent applications. • Prior experience in supporting the negotiation and documentation of licenses and other intellectual property agreements. • Experience with patent-related litigation.
Education & Experience: • 5+ years hands-on experience as a working patent attorney in the life sciences industry, preferably related to molecular diagnostics • Admission to practice before the US Patent & Trademark Office as a registered patent attorney strongly preferred. • B.S. in relevant technical area (e.g., molecular biology, biochemistry, or chemistry), and advanced degree in relevant technical area preferred • Applicants must be qualified to practice law in the State of California or eligible to qualify. Contact: You can learn more about us and may apply online by visiting: http://www.gen-probe.jobs. Relocation NOT offered at this time.
Gen-Probe offers a dynamic and innovative work environment along with excellent benefits that include 100% sponsored medical/dental/vision benefits for you, stock options & bonus potential, 401(k) w/company match, paid vacation/sick/holidays, support for continuing education, on-site fitness center, and our own waterfall café. We invite you to view our Career Video at: http://www.view-career-video.com/videos/genprobe/.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Large Corporation Job Location: San Diego, California
“The Power to Look Deeper” Recognized as one of San Diego’s leading biotech companies, Gen-Probe offers a state-of-the-art facility in a prime location with world-class benefits. We’re currently looking for team members who have “The Power to Look Deeper” in developing the best products, technologies and service.
Intellectual Ventures, a privately-held, invention investment company based in Bellevue, Washington seeks an in-house patent attorney to work on a variety of intellectual property-related projects. As a Patent Attorney for us you will use your depth of experience in intellectual property, patent prosecution and licensing.
Requirements: J.D. degree from high-quality, ABA accredited law school Undergraduate in EE, Physics, or Computer Science Admission to Washington or other state bar Admission to practice before US Patent and Trademark Office At least 7 years experience as practicing patent attorney, with primary emphasis on patent prosecution in the electrical and computer software arts Ability to lead and manage a fast moving dynamic team Excellent analytical, communication and organizational skills a must Responsibilities: Review patent due diligence reports generated by in-house due diligence team Answer questions from due diligence team that arise during the due diligence process Review documents to resolve problems identified during due diligence Work with deal and contracts teams to resolve due diligence problems
Desired Knowledge: Deep knowledge of US Patent Law and patent prosecution Knowledge of basic PCT and foreign Patent law and procedures Knowledge of US law regarding title transfers of patents and patent applications Researching US and foreign patent law and assignments
Contact: Interested applicants should please apply directly to jobs@intven.com.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Other Job Location: Bellevue, Washington
Affinergyis seeking a patent attorney. Affinergy develops site-specific biological delivery systems. We construct bifunctional peptide linkers that can selectively immobilize proteins, cells, and therapeutics onto biomaterial surfaces. Affinergy's multifunctional delivery systems offer unprecedented opportunities to target and customize therapeutic delivery. We have joint research and development partnerships underway with major medical device companies including Boston Scientific, DuPont and Synthes. Affinergy offers a great opportunity to join a dedicated team of visionary scientists and proven entrepreneurs committed to growing the Company's technology platform and improving the quality of products in many important industries. Affinergy has a state of the art 12,000 sq ft facility located in Durham, N.C. adjacent to the Research Triangle Park.
Responsibilities:
Draft and prosecute patent applications
Research and prepare analysis and recommendations related to patentability, patent validity, freedom to operate and infringement
Primary interface with scientists, external partners, management, and USPTO for all IP matters.
Liaison with outside patent counsel as needed
Provide strategic IP advice and recommendations to management.
Assist with IP-related agreements and transactions
Assist in other legal matters as needed
The position includes a competitive salary, eligibility for annual bonus, healthcare benefits, and participation in the company's stock option plan.
Qualifications:
Minimum of a Masters in a scientific discipline (PhD a plus)
Minimum 2+ years experience at a Law Firm, Registered Patent Agent
J.D., admitted to State Bar, Registered Patent Attorney with at least 3 years experience in patent drafting and prosecution and opinion work
Willingness to do highest level strategic work and lowest level filing work.
Communicated clearly in written and verbal forms
Ability to understand deadlines and commitments
Good communication skills
Contact: Jonathan Gindes Affinergy PO Box 14650 Research Triangle Park, NC 27709 E-mail: jobs@affinergy.com
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Durham, North Carolina
Greenberg Traurig of Orange County, California is currently in search of a researcher or scientist with a technical degree to work directly with patent attorneys in the Intellectual Property Department. The position involves drafting and understanding scientific papers and associated technical descriptions to be used in patent applications.
Requirements: Prior patent experience is a must. Candidates for this position must posses a physics, chemical, pharma, biotech, and/or biomedical degree, Masters level or above. The ideal candidate will have solid technical writing and have had in-lab experience, be well versed in Microsoft Office, be highly organized, creative and flexible, and possess the ability to work independently.
Salary is commensurate with experience. Our firm offers excellent benefits, compensation and growth opportunities. We are an equal opportunity employer.
Contact: Please e-mail only qualified resumes to boonet@gtlaw.com.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Irvine, California
Rigel is seeking a director-level patent attorney/agent. Great job at solid public company. Split the management of the patent portfolio. All drafting done by outside counsel. Strong prosecution experience required.
Contact: Interested applicants should contact us at jdiehl@rigel.com.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Small Corporation Job Location: San Francisco, California
Pacific Biosciences (PacBio), headquartered in Menlo Park, CA, is seeking a patent agent. It is a startup biotechnology company developing a transformative single-molecule, real-time (SMRT™) DNA sequencing platform. PacBio’s goal is to commercialize SMRT DNA sequencing technology, eventually enabling sequencing of individual genomes as part of routine medical care. The company is currently venture funded by Kleiner Perkins Caufield & Byers, Mohr Davidow Ventures, Alloy Ventures, Maverick Capital, and others.
The position involves the preparation and prosecution of patent applications on various aspects of the company’s technology before the USPTO, as well as advising foreign counsel on foreign prosecution. Position will also involve assisting in management of docket, overall portfolio and outside counsel, performing prior art and other searches, and assisting in general administration of legal department.
Requirements: Must be registered to practice before USPTO, and in good standing, with at least three years experience working as patent agent in patent preparation and prosecution.
Must have significant technical background in molecular biology, biochemistry, genetics or related fields, including advanced degree (MS or Ph.D.) and/or significant hands-on experience working in a relevant technical field. Must be able to communicate effectively with scientific staff in a variety of technology areas. Experience working in multidisciplinary environment (wet science/engineering/software) highly desirable. Must be self motivating, creative, diligent and have excellent interpersonal skills. Must be capable of effectively managing multiple tasks in efficient and organized manner. Must be able to provide examples of patent work.
The Cooper Companies have an opening for a new patent agent. The position is located in Pleasanton, California.
Primary Responsibilities: Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: • Collaborate with the Company’s departments in expanding and strengthening the IP portfolio. • Assist with identifying inventions that can be patented and conducting invention-disclosure meetings. • Prepare and prosecute patent applications with the USPTO. • Assist in managing and communicating with inventors and outside counsel during preparation and prosecution of domestic and foreign patent applications. • Travel to meet attorneys/inventors to discuss inventions and/or applications. • Educate company employees on patents and the patent process. • Conduct and review patentability searches. • Assist with technical issues in IP due diligence, licensing and litigation. • Perform preliminary infringement and invalidity analyses. • Collaborate with chemists, engineers and product managers for the purpose of harvesting ideas for new patent applications. • Provide counsel and advice on matters related to patent strategy. • Actively evaluate opportunities to enhance the intellectual property portfolio.
Requirements: • Registered U.S. Patent Agent with at least 7 years of relevant patent prosecution experience. • Master's degree or PhD in chemistry, biology or mechanical engineering. • Demonstrated experience identifying technologies that can be patented. • Solid technical knowledge of ophthalmology or contact lens industry. • Self-motivated and able to work independently and with a team. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Ability to work in a fast paced environment and adapt to rapidly changing priorities • Must be able to engage in domestic and international travel as needed
Contact: Interested applicants should please contact Mary Kaverman at mkaverman@cooperco.com.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Large Corporation Job Location: Pleasanton, California
Intellectual Ventures Legal Services is looking for a Patent Attorney to support our Prosecution team. We are looking for an individual who loves fast-paced business action, has attention to detail, is independently motivated and has the confidence and ability to interface with clients and co-workers in a professional, approachable and positive manner.
Requirements: • Admission to practice before US Patent and Trademark Office • J.D. degree from high-quality, ABA accredited law school • Degree in Biological Sciences, Biomedical Engineering or similar • Some medical device patent experience helpful • Strong prosecution fundamentals • Minimum 2 years patent prosecution experience • Must work well in a team environment
Job Duties: • Preparation and prosecution of patent applications in a variety of technology areas, many of which involve emerging areas • Work directly with inventors from conception through issuance • The environment is challenging and rewarding
Contact: Interested applicants should contact us at jobs@intven.com. Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Bellevue, Washington
Emisphere Technologies, Inc., a publicly held biopharmaceutical company, is committed to developing breakthrough therapies for oral drug delivery.
Position requires a B.S. or advanced degree in Chemistry or other related field plus 3-5 years experience in patent prosecution at a law firm or corporate patent department. Admission to practice before the USPTO is necessary. Reports to the Sr. Director of Intellectual Property. Position is located in Cedar Knolls, NJ.
Responsibilities: • Draft patent applications and prepare responses to Office Actions. • Supervise supporting staff of IP Group. • Review company R&D activities and interact with scientists regarding invention disclosures, patent applications, data, notebooks and other general matters. • Perform literature searches and participate in the review of scientific documents prior to submission for publication.
We offer competitive compensation and benefits package, including opportunity to participate in the success of the company through employee stock option programs.
Bacon & Thomas, PLLC, a well established intellectual property law firm located in Alexandria, Virginia, currently seeks candidates in the chemical/biotech disciplines for its patent preparation and prosecution practice. Candidates would desirably have 1-3 years of experience as a patent examiner, agent or attorney. Registration before the USPTO and state bar admission are preferred.
Candidates should have excellent writing and communication skills, and be capable of independent and creative work. We would be willing to train a highly motivated candidate with an outstanding technical background and work experience.
The firm offers competitive salary and benefits.
Contact: Please send cover letter and resume via e-mail to hr@baconthomas.com or via fax to (703) 683-1080.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Alexandria, Virginia
The Minnesota office of Inskeep IP Group is seeking an associate with 2-4 years of experience for patent prosecution and opinion work and light trademark work. We are a small firm, with offices in California and the Western suburbs of Minneapolis, that largely caters to medical device clients. Candidates should have excellent writing skills and be productive in a casual working environment. Salary is competitive with large MN firms.
IPTL is seeking USPTO-registered and state bar licensed attorneys with substantial patent drafting and prosecution experience, and strong background in chemistry, electromechanical technologies, chemical engineering, or biotechnology. Candidates having superior analytical and writing skills, a desire to contribute to the success of a team of focused and dedicated attorneys, and an objective of finding a career home and an ultimate role in the leadership of a firm located in an attractive quality-of-life location, are invited to submit credentials in confidence.
Contact: Please email hultquist@iptl.com, or direct postal mail responses to:
Steven Hultquist, Principal Intellectual Property/Technology Law 1414 Raleigh Road, Suite 201 Chapel Hill, North Carolina 27517
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Chapel Hill, North Carolina
Casimir Jones, S.C. is seeking a registered patent agent for an immediate opening in Madison, Wisconsin. Ideal candidate would have a PhD in the biological sciences, and at least 2-3 years of experience. Salary is commensurate with experience. It is preferred that a writing sample be submitted with any application.
The McCallum Law Firm, a small full-service biotechnology firm in Erie, Colorado, seeks an experienced patent attorney or agent. Firm seeks experienced patent attorney or agent for patent preparation, prosecution, licensing, opinion drafting, portfolio analysis and litigation support. The ideal candidate will have three or more years of patent preparation and prosecution experience, a B.S. in Chemistry, Biology or Molecular Biology as well as excellent academic credentials, strong analytical and writing skills and professional recommendations. Patent bar admission required.
Contact: Resumes, including exemplary patent numbers, professional references and salary requirements may be sent to: Sonya Oster at mail@mccallumlaw.net. Please reference “Patent Attorney / Agent” in the subject line. For additional information on the Firm, please visit http://www.mccallumlaw.net.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Erie, Colorado
Heslin Rothenberg Farley & Mesiti P.C., the largest IP law firm in Upstate New York is seeking an IP associate to join its Chemical Group. The individual must have a strong background in organic chemistry, be detail-oriented and possess excellent organizational and communication skills. Advanced degrees and/or prior patent law experience preferred.
The position entails preparing and prosecuting organic chemistry patent applications, providing client counseling, conducting due diligence, and providing opinions.
Contact: Submit resume and references to: Heslin Rothenberg Farley & Mesiti P.C., Philip Hansen, 5 Columbia Circle, Albany, NY 12203 or peh@hrfmlaw.com. Please visit us at http://www.hrfmlaw.com.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Albany, New York
Elan Pharmaceuticals is seeking a highly motived individual to provide enhanced intellectual property support to Research and Development functions in matters relating to chemistry in the areas of small molecule therapeutics for Alzheimer's disease and autoimmune diseases.
Responsibilities: · Patent preparation and prosecution: 50% · Patent and chemical searching: 20% · Supporting due diligence and opinion writing: 15% · Freedom to operate analysis: 15%
Minimum Qualifications: Education · BS, Organic or Medicinal chemistry
Experience/Accreditations · Registration in USPTO patent bar · 3-5 years as a patent agent · At least 2 years lab/scientific experience
Skills and Abilities · Sound chemical background and ability to interface with researchers · Experienced in chemical structure searching on commercial databases · Good oral and written communication skills · Strong attention to detail · Excellent organizational and analytical skills
Benefits: Elan has a stimulating, sciene-based environment, of which intellectual property is a key component, with competitive salary, equity awards, health-care insurance and other benefits.
Speckman Law Group PLLC, a well-regarded, boutique firm working exclusively in the area of Intellectual Property law with offices in downtown Seattle, is seeking an experienced patent attorney. We have developed a sophisticated IP practice with a solid and high quality client base. To a large degree, we maintain the privilege of making our own lifestyle choices, while pursuing IP projects that are both challenging and diverse.
We seek a patent attorney with 5+ years of patent counseling and prosecution experience who demonstrates initiative, creativity and leadership. Excellent academic credentials, a stable employment history, and stellar writing, communication and interpersonal skills are essential. This is an opportunity to work with experienced professionals and an established, exciting client base, and grow into a management role. We work with clients in the following areas: medical and electromechanical devices; bioengineering; biotechnology; and other types of bio-science and general processing technologies.
Experience managing complex patent counseling situations and conducting infringement, validity, clearance and due diligence investigations is desirable. Existing client relationships and experience with licensing and trademark matters are also preferred.
Contact: Please submit your resume with a cover letter and writing sample (or published patent or patent application) in confidence to info@speckmanlaw.com.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Seattle, Washington
Elmore Patent Law Grouplocated in Westford, Mass. and specializing in intellectual property relating to the field of pharmaceuticals and life sciences is seeking an experienced patent attorney. A strong organic or medicinal chemistry background is preferred. No book of business is required. Salary and benefits are competitive with the Boston area.
