Fish & Associates, PC, an IP boutique firm located in Irvine, California, is seeking a mid-level patent agent or patent attorney to be a full time associate.
The candidate must have 2+ years of patent prosecution experience. In addition, preferred candidates should have education and relevant industry experience in chemistry, oil and process engineering, chemical engineering, process chemistry, geology or mining. Preferred candidates should have at least a master or doctorate degree in these areas.
The firm has a great collaborative environment and places a premium emphasis on actively strategizing and counseling for clients in all aspects of IP. The ideal person should also possess some industry experience that can bring another level of understanding and expertise. Besides having experience as a patent prosecutor, the person must possess strategic thinking skills to solve problems and excellent communication skills to relate to people both in and out of the office.
The firm is in an active growing phase, and has a friendly culture that aims to help its employees achieve career goals and at the same time maintain life balances.
Compensation is competitive along with full benefits.
The Michaud-Kinney Groupseeks an Intellectual Property Attorney with a background in mechanical technology. Applicants should have at least three years experience in drafting and prosecuting patent applications. Litigation, trademark and transactional experience a plus. Competitive salary and benefits.
Contact: Please send resume and writing samples to Michael Kinney, Managing Partner at: Kinney@mkgip.com.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Middletown, Connecticut
Klarquist Sparkman, LLP, a mid-size law firm focusing exclusively on Intellectual Property law, is actively seeking lateral litigation associates for its office located in Portland, Oregon. Candidates should have excellent academic credentials (first tier law school, top 1/3 of class minimum, top 10% strongly preferred) and 1-2 years of experience litigating complex patent and/or other intellectual property litigation. Excellent writing, interpersonal, and communication skills are required. A technical background is strongly preferred as is judicial clerkship experience. The firm’s compensation and benefits package is highly competitive with other top-level firms in the Pacific Northwest.
Contact: Interested candidates should send resume, transcripts and a writing sample by email to: recruiting@klarquist.com.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Portland, Oregon
At present, the firm’s litigation group includes nineteen attorneys who focus their practice almost exclusively on litigation. Although the firm is based in Portland, our litigation practice is national in scope, with active cases currently pending in East Texas, West Texas, Boston, Chicago, the Bay Area, Los Angeles, Seattle, and Portland. Our cases involve a range of technologies, including computer software and hardware, business methods, medical devices, mechanical equipment, consumer electronics, and biotechnology. The firm’s longstanding clients include Microsoft Corporation, Amazon.com, Inc. and GE, among many others.
Saudi Basic Industries Corporation(“SABIC”) is seeking IP Lawyers/Patent Attorneys/Patent Agents from entry level to 6 years of experience.
Responsibilities: You will be primarily responsible for supporting the Lead IP Counsel, KSA, Middle East & Africa and Technology & Innovation leaders in developing and implementing IP strategy, providing legal and IP counseling and contract support to enhance the value of SABIC technology. This will include patent preparation, prosecution and maintenance, drafting and negotiating IP agreements, patent litigation and IP due diligence. SABIC will consider IP counsel, Patent Attorneys and Patent Agents but a chemical, chemical engineering or life sciences education and background is essential. Legal experience from the US, UK or Europe and admission to a recognized bar (USPTO, European Patent Office, etc.) is preferred.
The role provide ambitious lawyers with a superb opportunity to work as part of a world class legal function across Asia, the Middle East, Europe and the Americas. In addition, you will benefit from a highly attractive tax free package that includes a bonus, children's school fees and other benefits.
Contact: If you are interested in this opportunity, please send your resume to our exclusively retained Consultant, Elizabeth Williams at elizabeth@ews-search.com or call me for a confidential discussion at: Direct Dial 011 971 4 367 1752. This mandate is being handled exclusively by EWS and any direct or third party applications will be forwarded to EWS for their consideration.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Large Corporation Job Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Saudi Basic Industries Corporation (“SABIC”) is one of the world’s leading and most profitable manufacturers of chemicals, plastics, fertilizers and metals. With annual revenues of $50 billion and around 40,000 employees in 40 countries, SABIC was estimated by Forbes in 2011 to be the second largest global diversified chemicals company in the world. With significant investments in technology and innovation planned for 2013 and beyond, the company is poised to continue its rapid global expansion. To help support this growth, it is now recruiting a number of high caliber lawyers to join its global legal function which already boasts 100 legal professionals worldwide.
Gordon & Rees LLP is seeking an Associate or Patent Agent with patent prosecution and biotechnology background to join our growing Intellectual Property practice group in our San Diego County offices (Carlsbad and Downtown San Diego). The ideal candidate will have technical expertise with a graduate degree or substantial industry experience preferably in biotechnology or related disciplines and will be registered to practice before the USPTO. Candidate will draft and prosecute patent applications directed to biotechnology-related inventions. Ability to identify and analyze legal and intellectual property issues, define risks, and present clear recommendations a must. Excellent academic credentials and superior writing, oral communication and analytical skills are required.
Requirements: A background in Biotechnology, along with admission to the USPTO and at least two years’ experience in patent prosecution is required. A J.D. degree is preferred.
Algenol Biofuelsis currently seeking a talented, motivated attorney having significant background in molecular biology or biotechnology as well as significant experience with patent and invention disclosure writing. This is a highly desirable opportunity to assume a visible role within an innovative, dynamic organization that is pioneering the industrial use of microalgae to produce biofuels and biochemicals.
Responsibilities: Preparing and prosecuting domestic and foreign patent applications and managing outside prosecution counsel, Collaborating with researchers to identify inventions, record relevant information and draft, submit and manage invention disclosures, Conducting prior art searches, Conducting patentability, freedom to operate, infringement and validity analyses, Collaborating with technical staff to capture data through experimentation in support of patent filings, Assisting with preparations for patent review meetings, Responding to inquiries from inventors and business decision-makers regarding patent applications and portfolios, and Assisting in managing intellectual property relationships in connection with the company’s licensing, joint development and research collaboration relationships, and in working working with contracts related to such work. Preferred Skills: Candidates should have legal and/or technical experience relating to cyanobacteria or other prokaryotic organisms, especially relating to cellular genetic transformation.
Qualifications: At least an undergraduate degree in biology or a related technical field is required, and an advanced degree is preferred. A J.D. (2009 or earlier) is required, with experience drafting and prosecuting patent applications. Registration with the U.S.P.T.O. is required.
Benefits: Generous compensation package includes performance-based bonus and stock award programs, medical, dental, and life insurance, 401(k) plan, and childcare benefits.
Contact: Applicants must submit their cover letter; curriculum vitae and references as one PDF document. Review of applications will begin immediately until the position is filled. Only applications meeting the outlined qualifications and providing all requested information will be considered. Send application packet to jobs@algenol.com and reference Job Code (IP-01) in the subject line.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Small Corporation Job Location: Fort Myers, Florida
BASF is seeking a Senior Patent Attorney to work in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina. Under the supervision and direction of a senior BASF intellectual property attorney, this person provides patent support to BASF's Plant Sciences (BPS) unit in Research Triangle Park (RTP).
Building Patent Assets: • Draft and prosecute patent applications in the U.S. for the protection of innovations arising out of research conducted at BPS, RTP-based Headquarters • Manage patent families and select patent portfolios on a global basis • Work collaboratively with the BPS patent group based in Germany • Frequent interaction with the business and technical teams in RTP
Other IP-Related Legal Work: • Growth opportunity in the management of IP strategy for select BPS projects as the need arises • Supporting/lead role in the development of patentability, validity, infringement, freedom-to-operate opinions, and requisite patent searching • Supporting/lead role in IP due diligence activities relative to acquisitions, divestitures and other transactions involving IP, and litigation or proceedings before the various patent office's/agencies around the world
Qualifications: BASF recognizes institutions of Higher Education which are accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or equivalent
• Must have a BS in life sciences • Must be registered to practice before the USPTO as a patent attorney • Must have at least 4 years of experience in patent application drafting and prosecution • Must have at least 2 years of experience in molecular biology and biotechnology arts • At least 2 years of experience with IP/technical background in one or more of plant science, molecular biology, biotechnology or associated life science fields, specific experience in the crop seed industry a plus • Exposure to IP transactional processes which include technology transfer, licensing and R&D agreements • Good facility with eFiling, Public and Private PAIR and other databases and web-based interaction with USPTO and other Patent Offices world-wide
Carr & Ferrell’s Litigation Practice Group is seeking Associates to join their team in Silicon Valley. We will review applications from attorneys with between three and five years of litigation experience and strong academic credentials. Trial prep and support experience is required, as well as current California bar membership in good standing. Possession of a technical undergraduate degree in a life science, physics, electrical or mechanical engineering is also necessary for consideration.
The BrooksGroup in Shelby Township, Michigan seeks experienced patent prosecution attorneys with a chemical engineering, material science and engineering or mechanical engineering degree with or without their own business. Attorneys with an electrical engineering or computer engineering degree having some business will also be considered. Telecommuting or contractor positions are available for truly outstanding candidates with experience. The BrooksGroup offers a highly competitive compensation package including outstanding health care, dental and vision coverage, 401K profit sharing, flexible working hours, up to $3,500 for approved CLE seminars, and more.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Shelby Township, Michigan (flexible)
The BrooksGroup was started in January, 2012 by Cary W. Brooks. Mr. Brooks has over 25 years of experience including positions with some of the largest companies in the world. Mr. Brooks also has substantial law firm experience and was an instructor for more than four years in a nationally renowned seminar course on drafting and prosecuting winning patents. The BrooksGroup already represents some of the largest companies in the world with substantial patent application filings in the United States and over 30 other countries. The BrooksGroup has an aggressive growth strategy and marketing plan. Our compensation plan allows new attorneys to focus on client development and also rewards experienced attorneys having an excellent work ethic and/or substantial business.
Howard & Howard Attorneys PLLC, a leading Midwest law firm based in Royal Oak, Michigan, is seeking experienced associates with 4-8 years intellectual property patent preparation and prosecution experience. Qualified candidates will have a degree in electrical engineering, computer science, chemical engineering, chemistry, or similar majors. Experience originally drafting no fewer than 20 patent applications is required.
An experienced team makes up our premier Intellectual Property practice with many of our attorneys having industry and business experience before attending law school. This unique complement of attorneys is what sets us apart. It is the reason we are trusted legal and business advisors to many long term clients.
Howard & Howard Attorneys PLLC has been in business since 1869 and has grown to over 120 attorneys, with offices in Michigan, Illinois and Nevada. We are organized like a business and have a culture based on successful business principles. This nontraditional approach to running the firm allows for more flexibility in the development and compensation of our attorneys. Our success is due to the professional excellence exhibited by our attorneys and their ability to collaborate. Creativity and achievement are fostered consistently.
If you have a background with demonstrated success and the ability to develop relationships with and land clients; if you hold yourself accountable for your success and have a dynamic approach to your practice; and if you are seeking a collegial, transparent, entrepreneurial and flexible culture, then you may be interested in employment with our firm.
Contact: Qualified candidates may apply at http://careers.h2law.com. To learn more about Howard & Howard Attorneys PLLC, please visit www.howardandhoward.com. We are an equal opportunity employer.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Royal Oak, Michigan
Solazyme has an opportunity available in our Intellectual Property Department for a Patent Agent to support Solazyme's legal efforts and business needs The successful candidate will be involved in all phases of patent preparations and filings.
The Patent Agent will focus on patent application preparation and prosecution, both foreign and domestic, and prior art reviews and analysis to assess novelty and freedom to operate issues. Coordinates with inventors and others to keep them informed as to the status of pending intellectual property matters.
Essential job functions for this position include, but are not limited to: • Prepares drafts of patent applications and documents related to patent applications, which include conducting background searches and searches for similar inventions; drafting the specifications and figures and providing technical expertise throughout the application process. • Analyze and prepare responses to patent office actions and prior art cited by the USPTO and foreign patent offices. • Provides complex, substantive and organizational support in the patent area. • Assists in the compliance with Solazyme’s intellectual property policies. • Conducts prior art searches and assists with patentability, freedom-to-operate, infringement and validity analyses, including the cataloging and maintaining of results in an organized and accessible fashion. • Assists in the review and approval of publications/presentations to prevent disclosure of confidential information. • Assists attorneys in patent litigation matters.
Job Requirements: • Registered to practice before the USPTO • Ph.D. in Biological Sciences highly preferred. • Three to five years of patent prosecution experience is required • Technical and analytical skills necessary to conduct complex and detailed analysis of patent-related matters. • Excellent interpersonal skills necessary to communicate with a diverse group of researchers, engineers, and attorneys. • Self-starter, highly organized and detail oriented. • Excellent language, grammar and writing skills. • Ability to work with minimal direction and supervision. • Proficient in MS Office Suite and other routinely used software packages
Contact: The method for applying for this vacancy is online via the Solazyme’s home page at www.solazyme.com and proceed to the Career Page. No other forms of application will be accepted.
Solazyme is an equal opportunity employer and committed to a diverse workplace. All applicants will be considered equally without regard to race, color, ethnicity, veteran status, religion, national origin, marital status, political affiliation, age, sex, sexual orientation, handicapping condition, membership in an organization or any other non-merit factors
Additional Info: Employer Type: Small Corporation Job Location: San Francisco, California
Solazyme, Inc. is the leading renewable oils and bio-products company. We use algal biotechnology to renewably produce clean and scalable fuels, chemical, foods and health science products. Solazyme’s advanced and proprietary technology uses algae to produce oils and biomaterials in standard fermentation facilities quickly, cleanly, cost effectively and at large scale.
Solazyme has an opportunity available in our Intellectual Property Department for a IP Paralegal to support Solazyme's legal efforts and business needs The successful candidate will be involved in all phases of patent preparations and filings.
Responsibilities: • Docketing US and foreign prosecution deadlines • Creation, preparation and management of patent and trademark files • Managing and updating status reports to track the progress of all US and foreign patent and trademark related deadlines • Assist in the preparation of documents for filing with the USPTO • Trademark searches and analysis • Correspond with outside counsel • Provide administrative support of other IP-related documents/projects
Required: • 2-5 years prior patent docketing experience; familiarity with PCT applications and Trademarks is required. • Bachelor's degree, or equivalent, preferred. • In-house experience at a bio- or clean- technology company preferred. • Must have outstanding organizational skills with keen attention to detail • Strong communications skills (written and verbal) • Able to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision • Demonstrated proficiency with MS Office, including Excel and powerpoint requried
Contact: The method for applying for this vacancy is online via the Solazyme’s home page at www.solazyme.com and proceed to our Career Page; No other forms of application will be accepted.
Solazyme is an equal opportunity employer and committed to a diverse workplace. All applicants will be considered equally without regard to race, color, ethnicity, veteran status, religion, national origin, marital status, political affiliation, age, sex, sexual orientation, handicapping condition, membership in an organization or any other non-merit factors.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Small Corporation Job Location: San Francisco, California
Solazyme, Inc. is the leading renewable oils and bio-products company. We use algal biotechnology to renewably produce clean and scalable fuels, chemical, foods and health science products. Solazyme’s advanced and proprietary technology uses algae to produce oils and biomaterials in standard fermentation facilities quickly, cleanly, cost effectively and at large scale.
Elmore Patent Law Groupis seeking candidates for associate positions in the firm. Qualified candidates should hold at least a bachelor's degree in a life science, materials science, chemical engineering or mechanical engineering and 3-5 years of experience in the practice of intellectual property law including a demonstrated ability to prepare, file and prosecute patent applications, conduct legal research and patent research such as for the preparation of freedom to operate or validity opinions. The firm is particularly interested in candidates with a background in nanotechnology in the fields of materials science, chemistry, biotechnology and pharmaceuticals. The firm is conveniently located northwest of Boston in Westford, MA.
Amgen, a biotechnology pioneer, discovers, develops and delivers innovative human therapeutics. Our medicines have helped millions of patients in the fight against cancer, kidney disease, rheumatoid arthritis and other serious illnesses. With a deep and broad pipeline of potential new medicines, we continue to advance science to serve patients.
This role will be involved in patent application drafting and prosecution, research and licensing agreements, legal opinions and strategies, trademark and copyright matters, and potentially patent litigation support.
The role will be responsible for identifying patentable subject matter; drafting, filing and prosecuting patent applications; developing legal strategies relating to products and product candidates; analyzing patents and preparing infringement, validity and freedom-to-operate opinions; conducting due diligence in support of licensing activities; negotiate and draft research agreements; and provide advice and counsel to R&D and business personnel on a variety of IP related matters.
Will work individually and in legal teams and cross-functional R&D and business teams.
Basic Qualifications: • JD degree from an accredited law school and admission to practice law required • 4 Years of experience practicing patent or intellectual property law
Preferred Qualifications: • 10 plus years of experience preferred • Experience in all aspects of U.S. and foreign intellectual property law relating to biotechnology, preferably in the pharmaceutical industry with a law firm or corporation. • An advanced degree or experience in biology is considered a plus. • Excellent analytic, legal drafting and oral and written communication skills. • Strong management and leadership skills as well as a strong client service focus and the ability to work independently and in teams, efficiently, prioritize workflow, meet demanding deadlines, and manage multi-dimensional projects in a fast-paced environment
Contact: Position may be based in either our Thousand Oaks or San Francisco, CA locations. Amgen's outstanding compensation package features comprehensive benefits. We invite you to become a vital part of the extraordinary process at Amgen. To learn more about this position and to apply online, please visit www.amgen.com/careers and search job #13691BR.
As an EEO/AA employer, Amgen values a diverse combination of perspectives and cultures. M/F/D/V.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Large Corporation Job Location: Thousand Oaks or San Francisco, California
Rathe Lindenbaum LLP, an Intellectual Property boutique firm in downtown Milwaukee, Wisconsin seeks a patent attorney/patent agent with experience in either mechanical, electromechanical or chemical engineering to join our practice. Successful candidates will have three or more years of experience in the preparation and prosecution of patents and looking for a flexible work environment. Candidates must also have excellent academic credentials and have strong written and oral communication skills. This position offers competitive compensation.
The Quinn Law Group, a boutique intellectual property law firm, seeks an attorney with a degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or mechanical engineering. Requirements include outstanding academic achievement, excellent writing and communication skills, and experience in patent preparation and prosecution. Our firm offers highly competitive compensation, flexible working hours, and opportunities for professional growth.
The Washington office of McKenna Long & Aldridge seeks a Technical Specialist with experience either in a law firm, business or the USPTO focused on patent prosecution to join our Intellectual Property Department in Washington DC. A master’s degree or higher level of education in Electrochemistry, Inorganic Material Science, Physics or Chemistry is required. A former patent examiner or a research scientist in the fields of Secondary Batteries / Lithium-Ion Batteries is required. Candidate should have strong communication, analytical and writing skills as well as the ability to work in a fast-paced team environment. Please apply via our website at www.mckennalong.com. McKenna Long & Aldridge is an equal opportunity employer. Candidate inquiries only.
Contact: Please send resume and transcript to: Ms. Megan McGrath Legal Recruitment Manager McKenna Long & Aldridge LLP 1900 K Street, NW Washington, DC 20006 mcmcgrath@mckennalong.com
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Washington D.C.
The Denver office of Akerman Senterfitt LLP seeks a Chemical Patent Associate with 1 to 3 years of pharmaceutical experience for its intellectual property practice group. Experience in Hatch-Waxman-related opinion work, freedom to operate analysis, due diligence and patent prosecution is considered a plus. Undergraduate degree in chemistry or chemical engineering is required. Must be admitted to practice in Colorado or willing to sit for the next exam. Akerman is ranked among the top 100 law firms in the U.S. by The National Law Journal NLJ 250 in number of lawyers. With more than 500 lawyers and government affairs professionals, we serve clients from major business centers in Florida, New York, Washington, D.C., California, Virginia, Colorado, Nevada and Texas.
Sterne, Kessler, Goldstein & Fox, a premier Washington, D.C. law firm with an international reputation for excellence in intellectual property law, has immediate opportunities for experienced Chemist patent attorneys.
Successful candidates must possess at least a master’s degree in Organic Chemistry, Medicinal Chemistry, or related discipline. We are looking for motivated candidates with excellent credentials. Candidates with at least three years of experience are preferred.
Position offers the chance for major responsibilities. Candidates who seek to break out of the pack and desire the opportunity to gain leadership experience are encouraged to apply. Position entails direct client contact and all phases of patent practice. This will include patent preparation, prosecution, licensing, client counseling, and litigation. Competitive salary commensurate with experience and excellent benefits package are offered.
Contact: Apply by emailing the firm at: legalcareers@skgf.com. Please use reference number PO-12 when applying for this position.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Washington, DC
Sterne, Kessler, Goldstein & Fox, a premier Washington, D.C. law firm with an international reputation for excellence in intellectual property law, seeks a Chemical or Biomedical Engineering IP Attorney to assist our growing practice.
Successful candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or an equivalent discipline. An advanced degree in at least one of these fields is preferred. We are looking for motivated candidates with excellent credentials and at least one to three years of patent law firm experience.
Position offers the chance for major responsibilities. Candidates who seek to break out of the pack and desire the opportunity to gain leadership experience are encouraged to apply. Position entails direct client contact and all phases of patent practice. This will include patent preparation, prosecution, licensing, client counseling, and litigation. Competitive salary commensurate with experience and excellent benefits package are offered.
Contact: Apply by emailing the firm at: legalcareers@skgf.com. Please use reference number PO-12 when applying for this position.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Washington, DC
