Patent Agent – Law Firm – St. Louis, Mo. or Miami, Fla.

June 19, 2017- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Prosecution

Global Patent Group is an intellectual property law firm serving the pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, plant sciences, organic and inorganic chemistry, biochemistry, molecular biology, and medical device industries. We believe that success in today’s competitive marketplace requires a team effort with our client, to provide strong IP protection of innovation and a strategic approach that is integrated into the client’s overall business plan. At GPG, we go beyond the science to understand the competitive landscape and the overall commercial strategy, to achieve a long-term return on our client’s R&D investment with the right intellectual property portfolio.

Senior Patent Agent / Patent Agent – Small Corporation – Rockville, Md.

June 2, 2017- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma

MacroGenics is a leader in the discovery and development of innovative medicines that utilize our next generation antibody-based technologies. Our team of 300+ dedicated individuals is advancing a pipeline of product candidates to treat patients with cancer as well as various autoimmune disorders and infectious diseases. Our products and platforms have attracted multiple partnerships with leading pharmaceutical companies around the globe.

The Company considers its employees to be its most valuable asset and we are committed to providing opportunities for individuals to learn and grow as a means to further their professional development. MacroGenics' corporate culture promotes an atmosphere of innovation, open communication and teamwork where employees can see firsthand how they contribute to the success of the organization.

Summary of Position:

The Sr. Patent Agent/Patent Agent is responsible for identifying, supporting, and protecting the company’s intellectual property efforts, particularly with respect to patent portfolio preparation, invention harvesting, patent preparation and prosecution, portfolio development and management, and due diligence in technology acquisition. Agent also actively participates in engaging and representing to the business the Intellectual Property legal position on opportunities that arise from the patent work.

Responsibilities and Job Duties:

Contributes to intellectual property strategies for the organization and related intellectual property counseling. Participates in strategic development of Intercept patent portfolios, including formulating patent strategies and pharmaceutical lifecycle management.
Conducts patentability research and freedom-to-operate searches, and assessments relating to MacroGenics’ inventions and research activities Partners with Research group to identify and capture patentable inventions and provides patent counseling where appropriate to maximize business decisions.
Assists in the preparation, filing and prosecution of U.S. and foreign patent applications. Processes invention assignments, declarations, assignments and information disclosure statements.
Monitors and analyzes competitive intellectual property, managing IP collaboration, litigation support and IP-related transactional work and communicate relevant information to the Business Development team or other relevant team members.
Reviews draft scientific publications to ensure effective invention capture and protection of corporate IP assets.
Supports due diligence activities of potential business development transactions and provide recommendations and risk assessments as needed. Proactively provides IP perspective to key internal decision-makers.
Works with collaboration partners on management and resolution of issues relating to collaboration-related IP to protect corporate IP assets and ensure strong alliance management related to IP issues.
Reviews abstracts, posters and publications prepared by the Company’s research and development teams prior to submission.
Prepares and supports the prosecution of worldwide patent applications relating to MacroGenics’ inventions. Assist in opposition, interference, litigation matters and other IP-related disputes.
Other duties as assigned

Additional Responsibilities and Job Duties at Senior Level:

Develops system to identify and capture value from intellectual property and make recommendations and proposals to senior management.
Analyzes and reviews IP provisions in licensing arrangements and other IP-related contractual matters.

Qualifications:

Education & Credentials

Ph.D. in a relevant field (biochemistry, molecular biology, immunology, or the like)
Registration to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office

Experience:

Sr. Patent Agent

A minimum of eight (8) years of relevant experience in handling intellectual property matters related to drug development of biologics and protein engineering and manufacturing
Prior experience writing patent applications and assisting in the development of IP strategy

Patent Agent

A minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience in handling intellectual property matters related to drug development of biologics and protein engineering and manufacturing
Prior experience writing patent applications and assisting in the development of IP strategy

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of USPTO and WIPO rules and procedures
Willingness and commitment to keep abreast of changes in PTO rules and procedures
Ability to act independently to determine methods and procedures on new assignments
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Strong communication and presentation skills
Ability to influence and work effectively with varied audiences

Preferred Qualifications:

Previous experience in-house in a biopharmaceutical company preferred
Previous law firm experience is a plus

Contact
To apply, please visit this website: https://careers-macrogenics.icims.com/jobs/1050/senior-patent-agent-or-patent-agent/job.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: Rockville, Maryland

IP Counsel – Large Corporation – Hillsboro, Ore.

May 10, 2017- US - Northwest, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Litigation

Thermo Fisher is looking for an IP Counsel to work in its Hillsboro, Oregon, office. When you’re part of the team at Thermo Fisher, you’ll do important work, supporting our R&D teams who are helping customers in finding cures for cancer, protecting the environment or making sure our food is safe. Your work will have real-world impact, and you’ll be supported in achieving your career goals.

What you'll do

Under the direction of the Division Intellectual Property Counsel and as part of a small group, the IP Counsel will primarily provide patent drafting and prosecution support to the Materials, Scientific, Process and Environmental Instruments businesses, including research and development centers located in Europe as well as in the United States.

Located at the Hillsboro, Oregon division headquarters, there will also be opportunity to work on diverse legal matters such as business-strategic protection of IP, licensing, IP litigation management/support, and dispute settlement. Approximately 20% domestic and European travel is required.

How you'll get here

BS or higher degree in physical sciences or a related engineering discipline
JD in law, licensed to practice in at least one US jurisdiction
Registered as patent attorney at USPTO with 5+ years of experience in US patent prosecution and IP legal practice
Experience in US patent litigation, European patent practice, patent portfolio development, licensing, and enforcement in a corporate context is highly desirable
Experience in international IP law and international trade preferred

Other Required Skills:

Demonstrated ability to write clear patent applications, amendments, legal and business documents
Demonstrated ability to efficiently prosecute patent applications while maintaining strategic focus of original filing
Strong oral communication skills
Ability to analyze patentability and patent freedom-to-operate matters
Technical competence in one or more of the following fields: Scientific instruments, Optics, Physics, Chemistry, or comparable technologies, and demonstrated ability to learn new scientific and technological fields relevant to Thermo Fisher product offerings

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

Contact
Go to http://adtrk.tw/Bah0 to apply.

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

Patent Attorney / Agent – Law Firm – Austin, Texas

April 7, 2017- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Any / Other, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Abel Law Group, LLP is seeking a chemical/materials practitioner with 1+ years of experience. Successful candidate must be mature, have exceptional client handling skills, and be a pragmatic, results-oriented practitioner.

Associate Attorney – Law Firm – New York, N.Y.

March 28, 2017- US - NYC, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Any / Other, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Florek & Endres PLLC, a New York intellectual property law firm, seeks associate attorney for a full range of intellectual property work, with particular emphasis on drafting and prosecuting patent applications, preparing patent opinions and legal research and writing. Some trademark prosecution, opinions and opposition/cancellation actions in the United States Patent and Trademark Office are also anticipated.

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Boonton, N.J.

March 24, 2017- US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Boutique law firm seeks a per diem/part of counsel patent attorney with 5+ years of substantive patent prosecution experience. The attorney should be experienced in one or more technical areas of patent preparation and prosecution, including but not limited to the following: medical, electrical engineering, communications, data management, robotics or software. Work includes preparing patentability opinions and freedom to operate analyses, preparing and filing applications and prosecuting applications.

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

March 24, 2017- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

dority Dority & Manning, an Intellectual Property boutique in Greenville, SC seeks registered Patent Attorneys with one to four years of experience with degrees in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, or computer science. Associates will work with our attorneys and patent agents primarily on matters related to patent prosecution and litigation for Fortune 100 companies as well as other national and international clients.

Patent Attorney (Lateral) – Law Firm – Multiple Locations

March 20, 2017- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Northwest, - US - Telecommute, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

plumsea Plumsea Law Group, LLC, a patent boutique law firm is seeking experienced patent attorneys with portable business who want to move their practice to a smaller, flexible, congenial law firm. The firm has experienced staff and space available now in Bethesda, Maryland, near I-270 and Democracy Boulevard, and in our office in downtown Portland, Oregon in the Mayer Building. We also have a team of patent attorneys who are well versed in a variety of technologies, and are experienced in writing original patent applications and prosecuting them to issuance. The firm has counseling, transaction and litigation expertise to complement your prosecution practice. The firm offers a generous percentage-based compensation package. Will consider remotely located applicants.

Chemical Patent Agent – Law Firm – Milwaukee, Wisc.

March 9, 2017- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Prosecution

Husch Blackwell LLP, a full-service law firm, has an immediate opening for a Chemical Patent Agent in our Milwaukee, WI office.
Responsibilities will include preparing and prosecuting patent applications in the chemical and mechanical arts. Additionally, and under the supervision of lawyers, the individual will assume significant client responsibilities, provide high-quality services to domestic and foreign clients, and communicate with other practitioners and staff.

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Austin, Texas

March 7, 2017- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Prosecution

kennedy Kennedy Lenart Spraggins LLP is seeking a registered U.S. patent attorney with 3+ years of patent preparation and prosecution experience to join our established and growing patent practice. KLS is located in downtown Austin, in the heart of the capital city of Texas. Primary responsibilities include preparing and prosecuting patent applications for a variety of clients. Requirements for an ideal candidate include a B.S. or higher degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering and significant patent preparation and prosecution experience.

Patent Attorney / Agent – Law Firm – Albany, N.Y. or Boston, Mass.

March 2, 2017- US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Prosecution

hoffman Hoffman Warnick LLC, an intellectual property (IP) law boutique, is seeking a patent attorney or patent agent to work from its Albany, NY or Boston, MA offices. Successful candidates will have at least two years of patent preparation and prosecution experience, and a degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, physics, nanotechnology or a related field. In addition, succesful candidates must have excellent interpersonal, technical and writing skills, be detail-oriented, and demonstrate an ability to work productively and independently. The firm boasts a collegial and team-oriented work environment, as well as a nationally competitive compensation and benefits package. Telecommuting/virtual situations considered only for those with extensive experience.

Associate / Counsel – Law Firm – Flexible

February 18, 2017- US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Prosecution

McNeill Baur PLLC is a biotech and pharma-focused IP boutique looking for an associate or counsel with at least 5 years of experience in patent prosecution and counseling, including management of world-wide patent portfolios. Successful candidates must be admitted to practice before the USPTO. An advanced degree in a life science discipline is strongly preferred. We will consider candidates for both part-time and full-time positions, as well as candidates with significantly more experience. This attorney will support partners in multiple locations and must be comfortable working independently.

Patent Associate (Chemical, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering) – Law Firm – Minneapolis, Minn. or Indianapolis, Ind.

February 16, 2017- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical

faegre Faegre Baker Daniels LLP's thriving Intellectual Property practice is actively seeking a patent associate with a degree in Chemical, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or in Chemistry. The responsibilities will involve all aspects of patent preparation and prosecution. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential. The candidate will have 2-6 years of patent prosecution experience. Technical background in Chemical, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering and/or Chemistry is required. This position offers competitive compensation and unlimited potential for professional growth. All candidates should have excellent academic credentials, strong writing skills and professional recommendations.

Associate Director, Patent Attorney – Small Corporation – Tarrytown, N.Y.

January 31, 2017- US - Northeast, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Regeneron Pharmaceuticals Inc. is seeking a patent attorney at the Associate Director level to help in the development, protection, and management of Regeneron’s valuable intellectual property pertaining to bioprocess and manufacturing. The attorney will be required to develop close client relationships with the relevant scientific and business groups and coordinate patent filings, trade secret protection, and administrative patent actions.

The attorney will also advise on emerging legal issues, including monitoring and reviewing case law and legislative developments, and be expected to contribute to administrative and legal projects intended to develop an IP Department displaying the highest legal and ethical standards.

Responsibilities

Obtaining and managing intellectual property protection in bioprocess and manufacturing.
- developing close relationships with and counseling the relevant scientific and business groups;
- coordinating patent filing, trade secret protection, and administrative patent actions;
- monitoring and reviewing case law and legislative developments; and
- surveilling competitor activity and taking steps to ensure Regeneron’s long-term competitive advantage.
Advising on complex business transactions and external partnerships.
Conducting due diligence and supporting business transactions.
Providing litigation support.

Requirements

Juris Doctorate and admitted to practice law in at least one state, preferably NY;
Ph.D. in Biochemistry, Cell Biology, or Chemical Engineering required; Experience with mammalian cell culture or protein purification preferred.
4-8 years of pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, or chemical IP experience required at a company, law firm, or total years at both.
Demonstrated experience in patent preparation and prosecution, licensing, due diligence and strategic client counseling; litigation experience is a plus.
Exceptional communication skills, including presentation, interpersonal, writing and conflict resolution.
Ability to independently oversee legal matters, manage the use of outside legal counsel and work collaboratively with other personnel at Regeneron.
Ability to set aggressive deadlines, handle multiple complex legal matters and see projects through to conclusion.

This is an opportunity to join our select team that is already leading the way in the Pharmaceutical/Biotech industry. Apply today and learn more about Regeneron’s unwavering commitment to combining good science & good business.

To all agencies: Please, no phone calls or emails to any employee of Regeneron about this opening. All resumes submitted by search firms/employment agencies to any employee at Regeneron via-email, the internet or in any form and/or method will be deemed the sole property of Regeneron, unless such search firms/employment agencies were engaged by Regeneron for this position and a valid agreement with Regeneron is in place. In the event a candidate who was submitted outside of the Regeneron agency engagement process is hired, no fee or payment of any kind will be paid.

Regeneron is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Contact
To apply, please visit this website: http://careers.regeneron.com/job/REGEA0026302909/Associate-Director-Patent-Attorney.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: Tarrytown, New York

Known for its scientific and operational excellence, Regeneron is a leading science-based biopharmaceutical company that discovers, invents, develops, manufactures, and commercializes medicines for the treatment of serious medical conditions. Regeneron commercializes medicines for eye diseases, high LDL-cholesterol, and a rare inflammatory condition and has product candidates in development in other areas of high unmet medical need, including oncology, rheumatoid arthritis, asthma, atopic dermatitis, pain, and infectious diseases.

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Troy, Mich.

January 17, 2017- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

reising Reising Ethington P.C. is looking for a patent attorney with experience in one or more of the following disciplines: chemical, electrical, mechanical or computer engineering, as well as material science. Candidates should have at least three years of patent preparation and prosecution experience. Compensation is objective and performance based and is very competitive. The firm also offers a complete benefits package and a congenial work environment.

Attorney or Agent (with PhD in Life Sciences) – Law Firm – Spokane, Wash.

January 13, 2017- US - Northwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma

lee Lee & Hayes, an intellectual property (IP) law firm, is seeking a patent attorney or agent with a Ph.D. in any of the life sciences to join our team based in Spokane, Washington.

Patent Attorney or Patent Agent – Law Firm – Houston / The Woodlands, Texas

January 13, 2017- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Any / Other, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Electrical

Tumey LLP is an Intellectual Property law firm looking for patent agents and patent attorneys in our Houston and Woodlands area offices. We are looking for both recent graduates with little to no experience as well as experienced patent attorneys/patent agents.

Associate/Of Counsel Attorney – Law Firm – Houston, Texas

January 5, 2017- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

International IP Law Group (IIPLG) is seeking Associate Attorneys or Of Counsel Attorneys to prepare and prosecute patent applications in technical areas relating to computer science, computer engineering, software, chemical and mechanical arts.

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Boston, Mass.

December 12, 2016- US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Caldwell Intellectual Property is seeking an experienced patent attorney to join our growing patent prosecution practice. This position is available in our Boston, MA office. Candidates should have at least a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Biology or Chemistry, a JD, be admitted to practice before the USPTO or eligible to so, and candidates with at least one year of domestic patent prosecution experience in these fields are preferred.

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

December 9, 2016- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

dority Dority & Manning, a full-service intellectual property firm seeks registered patent attorneys and agents with one to four years of relevant experience with degrees in electrical engineering, computer science, computer engineering, or mechanical engineering. Candidates can expect to work primarily on matters related to patent prosecution and litigation for Fortune 100 companies as well as other national and international clients. The firm’s practice is global in nature, representing major companies in Europe, Korea, Japan, China, South America and in virtually every region of the United States.