Washington, D.C. Area

February 28, 2014- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Vorbeck Materials is seeking a patent agent or attorney to manage and expand a growing patent portfolio and to perform other IP-related duties. Duties include:

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 – Law Firm – Atlanta, Ga.

September 16, 2013- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma

Axiom, a modern alternative to the traditional law firm and one of the nation's fastest growing private companies, is hiring a Patent Attorney to join our Atlanta practice.

Patent Lawyer – Law Firm – Boston, Mass.

September 16, 2013- US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma

Sunstein Kann Murphy & Timbers LLP, a leading Boston intellectual property law firm, seeks a patent lawyer associate who has 1 to 3 years of experience, strong academic credentials, and exceptional analytical skills and writing ability. Strong chemistry background required. Ph.D. in chemistry preferred.

Patent Attorney / Patent Agent – Law Firm – Syracuse, N.Y.

September 13, 2013- US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Burr & Brown, a Syracuse, New York Law Firm seeks experienced patent attorneys or patent agents to handle foreign-based patent prosecution. Candidates must have substantial experience prosecuting cases before the USPTO.

Patent Attorney or Agent – Law Firm – Austin, Texas (Updated)

September 9, 2013- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Patent Agent, Associate, Of Counsel – Law Firm – Houston, Texas

September 4, 2013- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Southwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

IP Attorney – Law Firm – Washington, D.C.

August 17, 2013- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Patent Associate / Agent – Law Firm – Houston, Texas

August 14, 2013- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Patent Attorney/Patent Agent – Law Firm – Syracuse, N.Y.

August 13, 2013- US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Syracuse, New York-based Law Firm Burr & Brown seeks patent attorneys or patent agents to assist in its patent prosecution practice. Candidates must have experience prosecuting cases before the USPTO.

Litigation Associate – Law Firm – Seattle, Wash.

August 6, 2013- US - Northwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Litigation

Seed IP Law Group, one of the country's leading intellectual property law firms, is looking for a litigation associate with a minimum of two years of patent litigation experience and a degree in chemistry. Ideal candidate will have experience in all aspects of intellectual property litigation, including discovery,depositions, writing briefs,and trial preparation.

IP Partner – Law Firm – Cleveland, Ohio

July 31, 2013- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

The Cleveland office of Ulmer & Berne LLP is seeking a partner-level attorney with 8-20 years’ experience with patent prosecution and opinion preparation to join its fast-growing Intellectual Property practice. The partner will have a primary responsibility to oversee and further develop the Cleveland-based portion of the firm’s patent prosecution and opinion practice. Academically distinguished applicants who have excellent writing and analytical skills, and that are highly organized. Management skills and previous supervisory experience, and with at least some portable business, is preferred. Applicants must be a registered patent attorney with the USPTO, should have drafted and prosecuted in excess of 100 patent applications, and have an undergraduate degree in electrical, chemical or mechanical engineering.

IP Associate – Law Firm – Cleveland, Ohio

July 31, 2013- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

The Cleveland office of Ulmer & Berne LLP is seeking an associate with 4-8 years’ experience with patent litigation experience to join its fast-growing Intellectual Property practice. Academically distinguished applicants who have excellent writing and analytical skills and deposition, discovery and motion practice experience are sought. Additional experience in patent prosecution preferred and opinion preparation and licensing a plus. An undergraduate degree in electrical, chemical or mechanical engineering is preferred. Applicants should be a registered patent attorney with the USPTO.

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 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.

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.

Tech Startup IP Director – Small Corporation – Lexington, Ky.

June 28, 2013- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Midwest, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Prosecution

NOHMs Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Tech Startup IP Director to work in its Lexington, Kentucky, offices.

General Description of Duties:
The IP Manager/Director has significant expertise in drafting and prosecuting patents, and will develop and direct the implementation of intellectual property strategies and policies for NOHMs to enable product sales, and enhance and protect shareholder value. The IP Director is expected to be the authority on intellectual property matters within NOHMs, and will consult with external council and/or services as needed to provide sound legal and strategy advice to the management team. This may involve providing assistance in the preparation of requisite legal documentation, assistance in securing patents for ideas and technologies that NOHMs has developed, undertaking research on new legal requirements around patents, and provision of process support to the organization. This is a management position that will provide important input to overall company strategy.

Major Functions:
1. Enhancing technology portfolio value
A. Develop a comprehensive IP strategy coordinated and aligned with NOHMs' technology investments, business strategies, and competitive position.
B. Secure objectives of IP strategy using available resources and minimal disruption other business activity.
C. Provide timely, competent and professional legal advice and guidance to business leaders regarding technology and intellectual property including patents, trademarks, software, copyrights, mask works, trade secrets.
D. Provide solutions and support for cross-functional teams involving business deals, working with third parties, innovation, and future joint venture, M&A, competitive IP assessment, and IP transactional needs, and other matters involving licensing, litigation, or enforcement.
E. Otherwise contributing as directed by the CEO, the board, or your supervisor.

2. Protecting technology portfolio value
A. Ensure that all IP transactions and activities are performed in a manner that complies with the high level of integrity and personal responsibility required by the corporation as well as all legal and ethical requirements.
B. Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies and policies, including but not limited to:
1. Product clearance studies.
2. Competitive IP assessments.
3. Litigation and pre-litigation activity.
4. Record Retention
C. Determine a budget for all activities and implementing policies and procedures within the limitations of the budget.
D. Provide training, education and counseling activities to support and encourage participation in execution of IP strategies and to ensure compliance with IP policies.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Experience and Educational Requirements:
• Experience with the battery or chemicals industry is a plus.
• Must have at least 10 years combined technical/legal experience, including (1) patent preparation and prosecution particularly in inventor-facing and strategy-oriented aspects (2) preferably at least 50 personally prepared patent applications; (3) experience as a legal counsel lead for a significant business is a plus; (4) experience with licensing and patent litigation a plus.
• Must be a self-starter and willing to lead.
• Must be able to identify, lead, and support appropriate tasks, strategies and implementations in leveraging our IP Team’s efforts for competitive IP business advantage.
• Must have proven successes in communicating complex legal and technical issues in an understandable manner with executives, business and technical leaders, and legal service providers.
• Experience as an inventor of one or more patent applications a plus.
• Proficient in computer software, including, but not limited to, Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Team player and good communication skills both verbal and written.
• Full time position to be located in Lexington, KY, or Rochester, NY with up to 20% travel to other business locations and a variety of business partners.
• Must possess a Bachelors degree, or equivalent, in a technology field. Chemical engineering or chemistry is preferred. Candidates with electrical or mechanical experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
• Possessing an accredited Juris Doctor (JD) and admitted to practice law in at least one state and to practice patent law before the United States Patent and Trademark Office is a plus.
• Work evenings or weekends during periods of heavy workload or to meet deadlines.
• Sit and use a personal computer for moderate periods of time.

Salary:
Commensurate with experience.

Benefits:
Eligible for full company fringe benefits and stock options.

Contact:
To apply for this position, send a cover letter expressing your interest in the position and highlights of relevant work experience, and your resume or CV to:

E-mail:
info@nohms.com

U.S. Mail:
NOHMs Technologies, Inc. Attn: Human Resources, 95 Brown Road, M/S 1050, Suite 289, Ithaca, NY 14850

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: Lexington, Kentucky

NOHMs Technologies is a dynamic and quickly growing lithium ion battery materials development company. Established in 2011, the team is commercializing novel materials and components that will enable disruptive growth in future military, consumer, automotive and grid storage markets. NOHMs Technologies is licensing core materials patents from Cornell University, and is actively building its own IP portfolio for battery electrode and electrolyte materials, and manufacturing technology for these materials. Our technology enables high-energy, long-life performance, and better safety than state of art lithium-ion batteries. NOHMs is currently establishing and staffing key product and manufacturing development positions to enable 2014 initial market entry.

Lateral Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Alexandria Va.

June 14, 2013- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Any / Other, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Juneau Partners IP Law Firm seeks one or more lateral patent attorneys to join our growing practice. Position requires you have your own book of business and a desire to have a bit more control over your life.

Patent Technologist – Small Corporation – Danbury, Conn.

June 12, 2013- US - Northeast, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate

ATMI, a global leader in the development of process solutions for the semiconductor and life science industries, is seeking a Patent Technologist.

This is the ideal role for an engineering or scientific professional with an understanding of the legal considerations of intellectual property looking to join a high-tech, growing organization. Offering fantastic opportunities to grow within this role, our client also provides an environment where both team and individual success is recognized and rewarded.

As an IP Technologist, you will be tasked with leading efforts to generate, protect and monetize our intellectual property which has been generated in the microelectronics business area.

You will work with legal, business development, marketing, sales and technical personnel to define the scope of the work that requires protection and the best approach to achieve this. Reporting to the Chief Intellectual Property Counsel, you will undertake analysis of intellectual property which will include landscaping, competitive intelligence alerts, IP assessments, support for planning and decision making.

Supporting and participating within 'freedom-to-operate' and patentability analysis, you will work with the IP Legal Portfolio Manager and Business teams regarding portfolio decision making. Additionally, you will facilitate and encourage creative problem solving, ID submissions and patent engineering.

Your other duties will include:

- Managing the invention disclosure review process
- Promoting alignment of IP with the business direction and product development cycle
- Driving actions to foster and protect new technology areas
- Maintaining an up-to-date understanding of technologies and the IP portfolio

To be considered for this role, you must have:

- An understanding of the legal considerations of intellectual property, IP creation, problem solving and brainstorming techniques
- An engineering or scientific degree

As an IP Technologist, you must have strong communication, presentation and training skills and the ability to transition between technical, business and legal perspectives. Creative and engaged, you must be curious regarding technology and able to pick up new concepts quickly and build upon them.

Experience in the semi conductor industry, ideally within process engineering and/or development, equipment and materials, would be beneficial to your application. Project management skills would also be an advantage.

Contact:
Apply online by visiting this link: https://careers-atmi.icims.com/jobs/1885/job.

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: Danbury, Connecticut

Whether it’s a green chemistry used in flash memory manufacturing, game-changing equipment for the safe delivery of toxic ion implant gases, or a revolutionary mixing system for the manufacturing of pharmaceutical compounds, ATMI is leading the way. We combine broad expertise in science and engineering with the latest tools and technologies enabling rapid development and scale-up of new solutions to meet the needs of today’s high-technology marketplace. ATMI promotes a culture that engages employees and fosters growth and development, while offering compensation programs that reward outstanding performance.

ATMI’s Core Values revolve around its employee’s ability to ACT IT:
Be Accountable for your work and responsibilities.
Always works towards Continuous Process Improvement.
Be prepared to Teach and lead the organization to achieve new levels of success.
Always act with Integrity.
Maximize the value of Teamwork