Senior Patent Development Manager – Small Corporation – Bellevue, Wash.

April 20, 2010- US - Northwest, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Any / Other, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Intellectual Ventures is looking for an experienced patent attorney to join the US Patent Development Team. Reporting to the Head of Patent Development, the Senior PDM will be part of a team of patent professionals involved in invention sourcing, selection, and the creation of patent assets. A core responsibility will be the selection, mentoring, and management of a network of outside counsel. The Senior PDM will work closely with Portfolio Managers during the selection and prosecution of patent assets according to IDF’s Invention Themes. Strong patent skills and technological breadth are important as is the ability to work across cultures throughout Asia and India. The Senior PDM will also provide support to business managers, and be involved in the development and implementation of business and licensing strategies. The Senior PDM must possess good management skills, and be skilled at mentoring. This individual must also be a leader, have the ability to champion initiatives, and think creatively.

Intellectual Ventures (“IV”) is a privately-held, invention investment company based in Bellevue, Washington. Our business model centers on creating, acquiring and licensing invention in a variety of technology areas. We plan to commercialize inventions through licensing, spin-offs, joint ventures and partnerships.

Responsibilities:
• Managing a team outside counsel to support IV”s patent portfolio activities.
• Managing the patenting flows and patenting strategy for inventions sourced throughout the US, Asia, and India for the Invention Theme(s) and Technology Silo(s) for which they have responsibility.
• Managing the prosecution of the existing patent application portfolio for which they have responsibility through outside counsel.
• Assisting in the review and selection of inventions for the Invention Theme(s) and Technology Silo(s) for which they have responsibility.
• Assisting in the strategic management of the existing portfolio of issued patents.
• Providing detailed oversight and mentoring of outside counsel drafting, filing, and prosecution of US and foreign patent applications. Mentoring in-house patent professionals in patent practice in specific technology areas and in the complexities of US and foreign patent laws.
• Reviewing and evaluating the quality, cost-effectiveness and scope of work performed by outside counsel. Managing patent drafting and prosecution costs within budget.

Key Qualifications and Required Skills:
• Law degree from reputable and American Bar Association accredited law school.
• Prefer M.S./Ph.D. in Materials/Chemistry/Chemical Engineering/Physics/Biomedical Engineering/Life Science.
• Registered to practice before US Patent and Trademark Office.
• At least 7-10 years experience as practicing patent attorney, with primary emphasis on drafting and prosecuting patent applications.
• Experience in both law firm and in-house roles an advantage.
• Excellent English communication and writing skills.
• Training and/or exposure to foreign patent laws, particularly in Asia and India, is preferred.
• Fluency in an Asian language is an advantage.
• Relevant industry work experience and experience in Asia an advantage.

Contact:
Please apply directly to: http://www.intellectualventures.com. We are an equal opportunity employer.

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: Bellevue, Washington

Associate Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Boulder, Colo.

April 15, 2010- US - Midwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Any / Other, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Greenlee, Winner and Sullivan, P.C.,
an intellectual property law firm located in Boulder, Colorado, is seeking an experienced Patent Attorney to join its intellectual property practice as an Associate. Primary responsibilities of the position include patent preparation, prosecution and portfolio management for technologies in the fields of chemistry, physics and biotechnology, with opportunities for intellectual property transactional work and due diligence.

Patent Liaison – Small Corporation – Houston, Texas

April 5, 2010- US - Midwest, - US - Southwest, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Oxane Materials, Inc., a manufacturing-stage, oil and gas-focused nanotechnology company (>$30MM raised; 30+ employees) spun out of Rice University, is recruiting a seasoned Patent Liaison for its corporate R&D facility in Houston, TX.

The Patent Liaison will report directly to the VP of R&D and enjoy dotted line reporting to Oxane’s President. The Patent Liaison will work closely with the R&D team, senior corporate management, and outside Patent Counsel to:
• Prepare compelling Invention Disclosures
• Draft patent applications and prepare trademark applications
• Develop IP landscape analysis (Prior Art; track relevant external IP; provide evaluation of competitors’ IP; evaluate strength of Oxane IP)
• Work with VP of R&D to develop R&D program integrated with IP strategy
• Draft Office Action responses; possibly interview with Patent Examiners
• Make inventive intellectual contributions to Oxane inventions
• Develop a prospective IP budget and track performance against it
• Manage internal IP process compliance and oversee recordkeeping

Critical success criteria:
• More than 5 years working in a Patent Liaison capacity and at least 3 years as an R&D scientist
• Outstanding communication skills; excellent command of English (hearing, speaking, writing)
• Competent interpersonal skills; ability to make compelling presentations to internal stakeholders, outside Counsel, and Patent Examiners
• Excellent work ethic; proven ability to multitask in a rapidly evolving environment

Degrees and Designations:
• Registered Patent Agent with the USPTO strongly preferred
• Masters or Ph.D. in Materials Science, Ceramic Engineering, or Inorganic Chemistry
• Knowledge of upstream oil & gas, hydraulic fracturing, and proppants desirable but not required

Contact:
A competitive compensation package will be offered (salary, bonus, options, relocation allowance).

Qualified, interested candidates should submit their resume to info@oxanematerials.com.

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: Houston, Texas

IP Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Baton Rouge, La.

March 31, 2010- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Wilmington, Del.

February 8, 2010- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

The successful candidate must be a self-starter, possess the ability to quickly adapt to changes in the business, and must demonstrate a strong work ethic. The incumbent will prepare and prosecute chemical composition and process patent applications for INVISTA's Intermediates business, bring and defend patent oppositions, conduct freedom-to-operate and patent validity studies, draft and negotiate patent and technology related agreements and manage outside counsels performance of similar tasks.

In addition, the incumbent will provide patent related legal counsel to Senior R&D and Business leaders in one of INVISTA's largest businesses units. Such counsel will include providing strategic patent and patent related legal guidance to the business unit, which will align with the business strategy and vision. The successful candidate will be expected to provide these legal services with limited supervision and oversight. INVISTA is looking for an applicant with at least one major area of expertise that the rest of the legal organization may rely upon. The position will report to the chief patent counsel and will provide functional guidance to support professionals in patent preparation, prosecution, and freedom-to-operate studies.

Required Experience & Skills:
• 4 + years of patent preparation and prosecution experience at a major corporation and/or intellectual property law firm.
• Undergraduate degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Polymer Science or Polymer Engineering
• Registration to practice before the USPTO
• Licensed to practice law in at least one state.

Preferred Experience & Skills:
• Advanced degree in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry
• 3+ years of prior work experience in a field within the chemical industry
• Experience managing technical and/or engineering personnel
• Experience communicating complex or technical issues and proposals to business leaders.

Please visit www.invistacareers.com to apply for this opportunity or to learn more about INVISTA. At INVISTA, a world leader in fibers and polymers, you can advance professionally while helping improve products you depend on every day. We?re a subsidiary of Koch Industries, Inc., one of the largest privately held companies in the world. When you succeed here, you can open the door to opportunities within the diverse business segments of INVISTA and other Koch companies around the globe.
We are an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V Drug tests are required, unless prohibited by state law.

Contact:
To apply, please click on the link below: http://appclix.postmasterlx.com/track.html?pid=ff80808124e85546012522da64656742&source=patentlyo

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Wilmington, Delaware

IP/Patent Attorney – Law Firm – New York, N.Y.

December 2, 2009- US - Northeast, - US - NYC, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Patent Attorney/Agent – Law Firm – Dayton, Ohio

November 30, 2009- US - Midwest, - US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Any / Other, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Patent Attorney – Large Corporation – Wilmington, Del.

November 24, 2009- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Northeast, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

INVISTA is currently seeking a business-focused Patent Attorney to provide counsel and support to one of our largest divisions. A critical success factor for this position is the ability to synthesize technical concepts from interactions with technical staff into meaningful action items for business leadership. The successful candidate must be a self-starter, possess the ability to quickly adapt to changes in the business, and must demonstrate a strong work ethic. The incumbent will prepare and prosecute chemical composition and process patent applications for INVISTA's Intermediates business, bring and defend patent oppositions, conduct freedom-to-operate and patent validity studies, draft and negotiate patent and technology related agreements and manage outside counsel's performance of similar tasks.

Experience & Skills Required:
* 4 + years of patent preparation and prosecution experience at a major corporation and/or intellectual property law firm.
* Undergraduate degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Polymer Science or Polymer Engineering
* Registration to practice before the USPTO
* Licensed to practice law in at least one state.

Preferred Experience & Skills:
* Advanced degree in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry
* 3+ years of prior work experience in a field within the chemical industry
* Experience managing technical and/or engineering personnel
* Experience communicating complex or technical issues and proposals to business leaders.

Please visit our website to apply for this opportunity or to learn more about INVISTA. At INVISTA, a world leader in fibers and polymers, you can advance professionally while helping improve products you depend on every day. We're a subsidiary of Koch Industries, Inc., one of the largest privately held companies in the world. When you succeed here, you can open the door to opportunities within the diverse business segments of INVISTA and other Koch companies around the globe.

We are an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V Drug tests are required, unless prohibited by state law

Competitive wages and benefits packages commensurate with experience.

Contact:
Please apply by copying and paste the following link into your browser address bar: http://appclix.postmasterlx.com/track.html?pid=ff80808124e85546012522da64656742&source=patentlyo

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Wilmington, Delaware

Patent Portfolio Manager – Small Corporation – Mississauga, Ontario

November 19, 2009- Canada, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Nuvo Research Inc. is seeking a Patent Portfolio Manager for its IP/Legal Department in Mississauga, Ontario to work closely with the Chief Legal Counsel to manage the existing intellectual property portfolio and capture new intellectual property.

Patent Attorney/Agent – Small Corporation – San Diego, Calif.

November 16, 2009- US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - Southwest, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Any / Other, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Note: Listing has been updated with new information.

DexCom Inc., headquartered in San Diego, is committed to developing technologies and products that improve the lives of people with diabetes. DexCom has ambitious plans to keep learning and growing – and is seeking people who have the same goals for themselves. This business has grown with pride, integrity and a focused vision. DexCom Inc. is currently seeking a Patent Attorney/Agent.

Position Description:
Responsibilities will be widely varied and include preparing and prosecuting patent application, working with outside counsel on reexamination and interference matters, developing and implementing offensive and defensive IP strategies, conducting various patent searches, conducting freedom-to-practice evaluations, preparing or obtaining appropriate opinions, conducting invalidity analyses, providing support for patent litigation, and providing timely counsel on intellectual property issues. Strong interpersonal skills are required, as the position entails regular interaction with legal, technical, and business teams.

Qualifications (Basic):
• Registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
• Bachelor's Degree in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or related technology field required.
• A minimum of 3 years legal experience handling intellectual property law issues.

Qualifications (Desired/Preferred):
• A Juris Doctor from an accredited U.S. law school and licensed to practice in at least one state or the District of Columbia.
• Ideal candidate will have experience with biomedical, diagnostics, wireless technologies, and/or consumer-based electronic systems with a preference for medical device or health-care related electronics.
• Demonstrated ability to draft medical device electronics related patent applications.
• Highly motivated with desire to deliver outstanding professional work product.
• Work independently with minimal supervision and effectively contribute as a team player on legal, technical, and business teams.
• Possess superior writing and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated creativity and success in strategizing, structuring, and obtaining robust IP specific to an area of technology or product, which includes offensive and defensive patent protection.
• Demonstrated ability to understand medical technology, with ability to apply it to an R & D effort with strong R&D interaction.

Compensation:
Base Salary of 125,000 USD/year plus stock options and opportunity to earn an annual bonus. We also offer an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance and long term disability, 401(k), flexible spending account, a discounted employee stock purchase plan, paid time off, on-site fitness center, and a great work environment.

Contact:
Please send resume to: careers@dexcom.com or fax to: 858-875-5330 and reference “Patent Attorney/Agent.” For more company information, visit: http://www.dexcom.com/.

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: San Diego

Patent Attorneys – Law Firm – Detroit, Mich.

October 27, 2009- US - Midwest, - US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Patent Counsel – Large Corporation – San Francisco, Calif.

October 22, 2009- US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Genentech is seeking a Patent Counsel for its South San Francisco, Calif., headquarters. For more than 30 years, Genentech has been at the forefront of the biotechnology industry, using human genetic information to develop novel medicines for serious and life-threatening diseases. Today, Genentech is among the world’s leading biotech companies, with multiple therapies on the market for cancer and other serious medical conditions. Please take this opportunity to learn about Genentech, where we believe that our employees are our most important asset.

Responsibilities:
The applicant will prepare, file and prosecute patent applications with a primary focus on the protection of inventions and patent prosecution relating to large molecule biologics. The individual will maintain a substantial and active prosecution docket of U.S. and foreign patent applications, with interference, reexamination and opposition practice as they may arise with prosecution. He/she will develop in-depth expertise in one or more specific areas of biotherapeutic technology and provide counsel on patent law issues to scientists conducting research in those areas. The position will also involve diligence work, including freedom-to-operate, infringement and validity analyses and licensing support.

Requirements:
This position requires a United States law degree with 3-6 years of experience as a patent attorney primarily engaged in active patent prosecution. The applicant must have experience in past two years consisting of at least 75% patent filing and prosecution, either in a Pharma or Biotech corporate setting or in a law firm servicing such clients. Further required is admission to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. An advanced degree in Molecular Biology, Immunology or Biochemistry is also required, with a PhD preferred. Technical expertise and/or patent prosecution experience in the areas of immunology and neuroscience are strongly preferred. Experience in handling development and life cycle management of active and complex prosecution portfolios in the biotherapeutics area is desirable.

Genentech is dedicated to fostering an environment that is inclusive and encourages diversity of thought, style, skills and perspective.

Contact:
To learn more about our current opportunities, please visit: careers.gene.com and reference Req. #1000029661. Please use “Web – PatentlyO.com” when a "source" is requested. Genentech is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: South San Francisco, California

Patent Litigation Counsel – Small Corporation – Kitchener, Ontario

September 28, 2009- Canada, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Any / Other, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Reporting to the General Counsel, the Patent Litigation Counsel will assist with the day-to-day management of patent litigation, currently pending in 4 jurisdictions (U.S. District Court (2); ITC; Canadian Federal Court), and the US Patent & Trademark Office.

This is a significant opportunity for a junior to mid level lawyer to have real-life, hands-on experience with substantial litigation. Further information on the actions may be found at www.Desire2Learn.com/patentinfo. The position will begin as a contract position (minimum 1 year, maximum 2), but may develop into full-time employment for the right candidate.

Main Duties:
• Coordinate legal research with Canadian & US outside counsel
• Review filings
• Assist in obtaining information for litigation
• Assist with reexamination filings
• Assist with drafting discovery responses
• Assist with developing overall strategy

Work Experience Recommendations:
• Minimum of 2 years experience in patent litigation and/or patent prosecution
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Cross border experience helpful, but not required
• Licensed to practice in the United States or Canada
• USPTO registration helpful, but not required
• NAFTA eligibility (US/Canadian/Mexican citizen)

Education Recommendations:
• Law degree from nationally-recognized, ABA-accredited school
• Excellent academic credentials; journal experience preferred
• Undergraduate degree or equivalent experience in technology-related field

This is your opportunity to make a big impact in the area of next-generation eLearning applications! Candidates that have the combination of skills and abilities as outlined are invited to submit their qualifications in confidence today.

Contact:
Please apply online at www.Desire2Learn.com/Careers.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest. To make the best use of your time and ours, only those applicants whose profiles closely match our requirements will be contacted directly.

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: Kitchener, Ontario