IP Associate – Law Firm – Albany, N.Y.

July 8, 2015- US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Heslin Rothenberg Farley & Mesiti P.C. has an immediate opening for an Intellectual Property Associate to join its Electrical Engineering/Computer Science Group.

Patent Attorney / Agent – Law Firm – Chicago, Ill.

June 22, 2015- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Prosecution

Michael Best & Friedrich LLP is seeking a Patent Attorney or Patent Agent for its Chicago office. The Patent Attorney/Agent must have at least four years of patent prosecution and client counseling experience. Our ideal candidate will hold an advanced degree (preferably a Ph.D.) with extensive experience in the biological, chemical, physical, life, medical, and/or pharmaceutical sciences. Admission to the Patent Bar is required. The candidate must excel in a team environment and be a highly motivated self-starter with excellent business judgment, ability to communicate clearly with clients, and the flexibility to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Patent Associate / Agent – Law Firm – Alexandria, Va.

June 18, 2015- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Prosecution

The Alexandria office of Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney PC is seeking a Chemical/Materials Technologies patent associate or agent with a minimum of 2 years of experience and a degree in the chemical arts. Candidates should have significant patent application drafting experience, and preferably with respect to polymer chemistry, nanotechnology and nanomaterials. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, drafting patent applications, prosecution related documents, post grant review documents and opinion letters, as well as patent portfolio analysis. Candidates must be registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Pittsburgh, Pa. (Updated)

June 15, 2015- US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

The Webb Law Firm, a fast-growing Pittsburgh-based intellectual property law firm with a long-standing history, is seeking qualified candidates holding a Bachelor of Science degree (advanced Chemistry degree preferred), a J.D. from an accredited law school, and 4-7 years of experience as an IP attorney. Industry experience is a plus.

Associate Attorney – Law Firm – Allentown, Pa.

May 26, 2015- US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Design IP seeks an experienced patent attorney to join our practice who shares our commitment to excellence.

Over the last eleven years, Design IP has built a reputation for excellence and has grown into the premier Lehigh Valley-based IP law practice. We have a diverse and well-rounded client base.

The position will involve patent preparation and prosecution (in a wide variety of technical disciplines, including the chemical and mechanical arts), trademark preparation and prosecution, intellectual property opinions and agreements, and some intellectual property litigation.

Success factors for this position

Craft utility patent applications, Office Action responses, and patent-related opinions (patentability, infringement, FTO) that meet the demanding quality expectations of sophisticated clients;
Quickly acquire a comfort level with new technologies; and
Accurately and efficiently analyze legal issues, make recommendations, and clearly & concisely communicate your analysis and recommendations in writing.

Although technical skills, such as utility patent claim drafting and Office action analysis are critical to success in this position, there will be opportunities for projects in all aspects of IP law. For attorneys who wish to do so, our firm also provides an environment that is conducive to developing new business.

Our attorneys choose their own work/life balance. Our minimum billing expectation is 1500 hours per year. Base salaries are based on expected billings and bonuses are paid on a percentage basis for all excess billings. We also offer benefits including retirement, health insurance and disability.

Contact
If you are interested in joining our team, please e-mail a cover letter, resume and writing sample in confidence to recruiting@designip.com. An example of a published patent application for which you drafted the specification and claims, a substantive Office action response, and a legal brief (such as a motion for summary judgment) are preferred as writing samples. Please include in your cover letter an explanation of your interest in our firm and the Lehigh Valley.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Allentown, Pennsylvania

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Salt Lake City, Utah

May 8, 2015- US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Prosecution

BRINKS GILSON & LIONE, an intellectual property law firm with more than 135 attorneys and scientific advisors headquartered in Chicago, seeks a registered patent attorney with 1-3 years of relevant experience and a strong background in chemistry for its Salt Lake City, Utah office. The ideal candidate has experience preparing and prosecuting patent applications, writing opinions, and conducting freedom to operate studies relating to a wide range of chemical arts. The ideal candidate also has superior academic credentials and excellent verbal and written communication skills. An advanced degree or scientific industry experience is a plus.

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Research Triangle Park, N.C.

May 8, 2015- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Prosecution

BRINKS GILSON & LIONE, an intellectual property law firm with more than 135 attorneys and scientific advisors headquartered in Chicago seeks a registered patent attorney with 1-3 years of relevant experience and a strong background in chemistry or biochemistry for its Research Triangle Park, North Carolina office. The ideal candidate has experience preparing and prosecuting patent applications, writing opinions, and conducting freedom to operate studies relating to a wide range of chemical and biochemical arts. The ideal candidate also has superior academic credentials and excellent verbal and written communication skills. An advanced degree or scientific industry experience is a plus.

Patent Technical Specialist – Large Corporation – York, Pa.

April 18, 2015- US - Northeast, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical

DENTSPLY is seeking a Patent Technical Specialist. Reporting to the Director of Patents, this position will be responsible for assisting with the Patent Section of the DENTSPLY Legal Department in its performance of tasks related to protecting and enforcing Company intellectual property patent rights.

Essential Duties

Receive and review invention disclosure documents; interact with inventors as needed to complete the disclosures for purposes of patenting and/or freedom to operate opinions.
Conduct state-of-the-art, patentability, validity and patent landscaping searches as assigned by the Director of Patents
Maintain the Legal Department Patent Docket database, including creating new case entries; posting incoming Official Actions; daily review of upcoming due dates and interaction with the Patent Lawyers regarding the same; and, monitoring and periodic reporting of patent expiration dates
Maintain the Patent Maintenance Fee database including interacting with responsible business persons to obtain authorization for payment of the fees.
Interact with Strategic Business Unit (SBU) R&D personnel to monitor, track and report the status of individual projects.
Facilitate electronic filing in U.S. Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO) and Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT).
Maintain corporate patent watches including ongoing competitor watches.
Litigation assistance, especially discovery matters including locating, obtaining, reviewing and/or discussing development documents with SBU, corporate Legal, and outside counsel.

Guiding Principles

Continually seek and embrace process improvements.
Committing to a professional relationship with all associates and customers.
Understanding that all internal and external contacts are our customers.
Commit/aspire toward having an expert-level knowledge base in Accolade and sharing this knowledge with the users.
Complying with all regulatory requirements and DENTSPLY core values and policies.
Providing timely and accurate information and solutions.

Qualifications

Moderate to advance experience with Microsoft Office suite required.
Strong interpersonal skills with a proven ability to work effectively with all levels of an organization.
Motivated self-starter with strong communication, organization and multi-tasking abilities.
Ability to meet deadlines.

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s Degree in science, engineering or related discipline or equivalent combination of education and experience.
A minimum of one year of patent experience or general knowledge of patent examination required.

DENTSPLY is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Contact
To apply, please visit this link: https://career012.successfactors.eu/career?company=DENTSPLY. We appreciate your interest in DENTSPLY International. If you need assistance with completing the online application due to a disability, please send an accommodation request to careers@dentsply.com. Please be sure to include “Accommodation Request” in the subject.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: York, Pennsylvania

How does it feel knowing that DENTSPLY International; the premier dental company in six continents with over 12,000 employees around the globe, the world-wide industry leader in innovation and technology is looking for you to join the team? At DENTSPLY International, we do not hire employees, but true business partners who will live the DENTSPLY vision: Always First in dentistry; delivering world-class dental products with world-class precision and technology. DENTSPLY’s broad global product platform helps dental professionals serve patient’s oral health care for a lifetime, from preventative services to tooth replacement. Our products range from general dental consumables and laboratory products to products supporting the dental specialty markets of orthodontics, endodontics and implants. With a presence in more than 120 countries, our geographic footprint virtually mirrors the dental market. This position is located within our Corporate Headquarters. Please visit our website for additional information. Our Corporate headquarters is located in York, Pennsylvania. Offering the cultural attractions of a big city and the down-home charm of a small town, York, PA is an extraordinary place to live, work and play. York is located in south-central Pennsylvania and is within 25 miles of Gettysburg and Lancaster, 45 miles of Baltimore and Hershey, and 100 miles of Washington, DC and Philadelphia. Engrained with a rich history and heritage and becoming one of the fastest growing cities in Pennsylvania, York is a place where the past and the present comfortably coexist.

IP Litigation Attorney – Law Firm – Chicago, Ill.

March 22, 2015- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Litigation

Amin Talati & Upadhye, LLC, is looking for litigators with at least 5 years of experience for its Chicago, Illinois office to undertake responsibilities in several pharmaceutical patent litigation matters.

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Cleveland, Ohio

March 19, 2015- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Walters & Wasylyna is seeking a patent attorney with experience in patent preparation and prosecution. The candidate must be a USPTO-registered patent attorney with a strong technical background, preferably with a degree in chemical engineering, mechanical engineering or electrical engineering. Also, the candidate must be a member of at least one state bar.

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Bloomington Minn.

March 12, 2015- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Prosecution

Viksnins Harris & Padys PLLP, a boutique patent prosecution firm, is searching for a patent attorney to fill a partnership track position in our Bloomington Minnesota office.

Patent Attorney/Special Counsel – Law Firm – Des Moines, Iowa

February 23, 2015- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Any / Other, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Prosecution

Davis Brown Law Firm - a general firm with a dynamic, growing IP department in Des Moines, IA - is seeking a patent attorney with at least 7 years of patent preparation and prosecution experience. Position requires a master’s degree (or equivalent experience) in biology, chemistry, and/or biochemistry with substantial experience prosecuting biotech and chemical applications. Trademark experience is advantageous but not required.

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Omaha, Neb.

February 23, 2015- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Any / Other, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Prosecution, Work - Regulatory

As the oldest and largest locally based law firm in Omaha, Nebraska, Baird Holm LLP is annually recognized as one of the preeminent law firms in the region. Our people are the defining factor that sets our firm apart from others. We believe that collaboration, diversity, and passion for the law bring our clients world-class solutions to real-world challenges. Since 1873, Baird Holm has constantly evolved to meet the changing needs of our clients— we represent leading and emerging companies, and take pride in offering a diverse, collaborative team of attorneys who are committed to professional excellence in a collegial environment.

Patent Attorney/Lawyer – Law Firm – Calgary, Canada

February 20, 2015- Canada, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Smart & Biggar/Fetherstonhaugh is seeking to expand the number of professionals in our Calgary office and we wish to hire an experienced patent attorney/lawyer.

Patent Associate – Law Firm – Hartford, Conn.

February 20, 2015- US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Prosecution

Cantor Colburn LLP is seeking an attorney or patent agent with a degree in chemical engineering to preferably work in the firm’s Hartford, Connecticut headquarters office.

Patent Agent or Patent Associate – Law Firm – Philadelphia, Pa. or Boston, Mass.

February 19, 2015- US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Any / Other, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Saul Ewing LLP is seeking Patent Agent or Associate with 1-6 years of experience drafting and prosecuting patent applications in the biotechnology field, with particular expertise in molecular biology and immunology, or pharmaceutical/organic chemistry. Candidates must have a Ph.D. in some aspect of molecular biology and immunology or organic chemistry and be admitted to practice before the USPTO.

Patent Agent / Attorney – Law Firm – Pasadena, Calif.

February 12, 2015- US - Southwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Steinfl & Bruno LLP, a boutique Intellectual Property firm in Pasadena, is a fast-paced, exciting law practice focused on representing inventors. Seeking candidates for experienced Patent Agent/Attorney position, must have minimum of 2 - 3 years patent preparation and prosecution experience. Admission before the USPTO is REQUIRED.

IP Project Manager – Law Firm – Evanston, Ill. (Updated)

February 3, 2015- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Prosecution

Cardinal Intellectual Property is seeking an IP Project Manager. This role is an integral part of our Private Client Search (PCS) team and works intimately with clients in order to ensure requirements are met and high quality searches and projects are delivered. The project manger is a very important role at Cardinal IP, as they are the main substantive interface between the client and the search team. Project managers must understand the client’s goals and expectations, and translate them into executable instructions for the search teams.

Patent Prosecution Associate – Law Firm – Vancouver, B.C.

January 10, 2015- Canada, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Prosecution

Gowlings is a leading Canadian law firm offering a diverse range of services within intellectual property law, business law and advocacy to help organizations achieve their business objectives. Gowlings has over 700 professionals across offices in Montréal, Ottawa, Toronto, Hamilton, Waterloo Region, Calgary, Vancouver, Beijing, Moscow and London, U.K.

Patent Prosecution and Litigation Associate – Law Firm – Multiple Locations

January 10, 2015- US - Northwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Stoel Rives LLP seeks patent prosecution and patent litigation associate attorneys to join its dynamic Technology and Intellectual Property (TIP) groups in the Portland, Salt Lake City and Seattle offices. The Stoel Rives TIP practice is a multidisciplinary group that includes talented professionals with experience in business, litigation, and technical matters. Undergraduate degrees in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, biomedical engineering, physics, molecular biology, biochemistry, chemistry, or similar discipline and USPTO registration is required. Ideal candidates will have at least two years of experience in patent prosecution. Strong academic credentials, client service skills, and writing skills are required.