Patent Searcher/Analyst – Corporation – Wilmington, DE or Union Beach, NJ (hybrid)

April 10, 2022- US - Northeast, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Analysis

It’s an exciting time to be part of IFF and we have an opportunity for an experienced, dynamic person to join the Intellectual Property/Knowledge Management (IPKM) group as a Patent Analyst/Searcher. The position requires a creative, inquisitive, and technologically adept individual who will work closely with R&D and legal teams to drive and support global Intellectual Property and Technology Platform development for research projects.

Responsibilities:

Conducting IP searches based on complex search strategies using various search engines for landscape analysis, prior art identification, FTO clearance, invalidity and providing a logical and complete search history
Leading the analysis of identified new technology and market opportunities and developing recommendations on those opportunities in collaboration with project teams

Integrating IP planning, strategy, and goals into the early stages of projects and ensuring that these plans stay relevant and are followed through until end of project
Creating a robust intellectual capital culture, ensuring teams are aware of IP strategy, positions, tools and their roles/responsibilities for creating, defending, and managing IP

Maintaining proficiency with commercial patent searching databases A passion for intellectual capital strategy

Job Requirements:

B.S. degree in one of the following areas: biotechnology, biological science, molecular biology, microbiology, human physiology, food chemistry, or biochemistry (Masters degree a plus)
6 years of search experience in Biotechnology or Chemistry IP
Technical understanding of the invention disclosure and identification of search focus to develop a highly skilled search methodology
Ability to work independently, across multiple geographies, prioritize work/projects, and seamlessly pivot when necessary
Excellent written and oral communication skills with attention to detail
Good influencing and coaching skills to drive team alignment of goals and accountabilities to meet IP and business objectives
Commitment to quality work product and organizational ethics, integrity and compliance
Team player with highly organized time management and problem-solving skills to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Proficient with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, SharePoint, OneNote, OneDrive
Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion

This position can have a flexible schedule, working onsite occasionally at either our Wilmington, DE or Union Beach, NJ locations.

Apply online at:
https://careers.iff.com/job-invite/343741/

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Wilmington, DE or Union Beach, NJ (hybrid)

Intellectual Property Associate – Law Firm – Albany, NY/Rochester, NY

April 8, 2022- US - Telecommute, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Heslin Rothenberg Farley & Mesiti, a large law firm, is seeking an Intellectual Property Associate to work in Albany or Rochester, NY

Patent Attorney or Agent – Biology and Chemistry – Law Firm – Remote

April 8, 2022- US - Telecommute, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Prosecution

McNeill Baur is looking for attorneys and agents with advanced degrees in Biology or Chemistry with at least 2 years relevant experience in complex patent prosecution and/or patent counseling. Candidates with prior litigation experience are encouraged to apply. Candidates should have a track record of performing work for innovative life science, biotech, and/or pharmaceutical corporations based in the United States. Applicants must be admitted to practice before the USPTO. We want to hear from you even if you want a part-time position or are an on-ramp candidate who wants to return to the workforce.

Patent Agent/ Technical Specialist – Small Corporation – Maryland

April 1, 2022- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Agent

Vaccitech plc is a fast-growing biotech company. At only five years old we already have a development portfolio of six products, a partnered product that is in commercial production that has seen more than 3 billion doses administered worldwide and an IPO behind us. We are a publicly-listed clinical stage biopharmaceutical company that spun out of the University of Oxford’s Jenner Institute, one of the most prestigious vaccine research centres in the world. We discover and develop immunotherapeutic products and vaccines for the treatment and prevention of infectious diseases and cancer. Our achievements include co-inventing and jointly developing our COVID-19 vaccine candidate VTP-900, now Vaxzevria, which we assigned to Oxford University Innovation to facilitate the licensing of those rights to AstraZeneca. We have clinical studies to explore treatments for patients with HBV and HPV infections and are developing rapid and scalable manufacturing processes for our platforms.

In December 2021 Vaccitech acquired Avidea Technologies with exciting product candidates for oncology and autoimmunity based on the innovative SNAPvax platform, which has demonstrated unprecedented control over T cell induction. This gives us US operational presence in Maryland, complements Vaccitech’s established capabilities and reinforces our position as a fast-growing global leader in immunotherapies and vaccines. From Q3 2022 Vaccitech's US headquarters will be moving to a new facility in Montgomery County. We conduct research globally and have ambitious plans in the UK and US, where we will continue to grow our teams over the coming months and years.

The Role:

The successful candidate will be the interface between internal technical, legal/ IP teams and outside counsel, supporting patent strategy in pursuit of business development and corporate goals. Your key responsibilities will include independently working with R&D staff to understand technical approaches and data output; compiling and curating reports of R&D output to assist invention identification; assisting in-house and external counsel in drafting patent applications and prosecuting a global patent portfolio; managing patent correspondence and document generation in support of global patent prosecution; contributing as part of multi-disciplinary scientific, legal and business development teams to deliver on business-critical projects; working closely with internal and external counsel to help coordinate and manage intellectual property strategy; searching scientific and patent literature and patent document databases to monitor competitor landscape; and presenting updates and guidance to all levels of the company including the senior leadership team and R&D teams.

Experience and qualifications:

Due to the nature of Vaccitech North America’s manufacturing platform and product candidates, the successful applicant candidate must be an expert in chemistry, will holding a graduate degree (PhD preferred) in chemistry or chemical engineering and possessing a deep understanding of the subject. You will also have a minimum of two years’ experience in intellectual property related work (USPTO admission to practice preferred) and a demonstrable experience in patent and claim drafting, in patent prosecution and in technology assessment or invention identification. As an accomplished writer you will have a proven ability to communicate technical information in a clear and concise manner. The successful candidate will have a familiarity with patent database searching methodologies, ideally with competitor landscape analysis. Experience with in-licensing and/ or out-licensing would be a distinct advantage. All applicants must be a US citizen or green card holder as we cannot offer sponsorship.

What we can offer you:

Vaccitech is a great place to work. We encourage an entirely flat structure with an open door policy to the senior leadership team. Our employees agree the culture and working environment is one of the best things about our business. This role would suit an experienced Patent Agent looking for a broad and varied role in a rapidly accelerating biotech. As part of a fast-growing team they will play a significant part in shaping the future in a global biopharmaceutical company that offers significant opportunities for personal and professional development. We offer employer funded health, dental and vision insurance; a 401k retirement plan; career development opportunities and paid time off (PTO). Salary will be commensurate with experience.

Apply online at:
https://vaccitech.bamboohr.com/jobs/view.php?id=34&source=aWQ9MjA%3D

All applicants are required to submit both a resume and a cover letter.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: Maryland

Patent Agent and Search Analyst (Remote) – Small Corporation – Remote (U.S. Only)

April 1, 2022- US - Telecommute, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Admin, Work - Other Patent, Work - Patent Agent

Aurora Consulting, a small corporation, is seeking a Patent Agent and Search Analyst to work remotely.

What you’ll do: You will help us navigate a very dynamic growth stage by assisting, as needed, in a wide array of disciplines including:

Patent portfolio management. Working closely with each client’s business, legal, technical, and management teams, you will assist with the client’s patent strategy and portfolio development efforts, including identifying and capturing inventive technologies, preparing applications, guiding patent prosecution, and IDS management.
Patent Search and Analysis. You will perform patent searches (patentability, FTO, state of the art, etc.), analysis, and competitive landscape monitoring.
Administrative backend. We’re working toward more automated solutions, but we still have several monthly tasks around reporting and project management that require human touch. Helping with additional administrative tasks like preparing client contracts and preparing various response shells would also be immensely beneficial to the team.
Growth initiatives. You will help us continue our growth trajectory via active participation in networking, business development, speaking engagements (virtual or in-person as comfort allows), podcast participation, and content development. This is compensated time and eligible for profit sharing.

Who you are: You have an undying love for people and supporting inventors and team members with the highest level of quality, high-touch service. Ideally, you’ll also be a good mix of the following:

Scientist or Engineer. Registered USPTO Patent agent with a background in bioengineering, engineering, biotechnology, chemistry, or related technical discipline.
Quality-focused, highly-efficient practitioner. 2 years as a patent agent who is technically skilled and comfortable drafting and reviewing utility and design patent applications that exceed client expectations. It would be a bonus if you are able to share an office action response that resulted in an issued patent and provide any published application or patent numbers for which you participated in drafting.
Search Sleuth. 2+ years experience performing various types of patent and non-patent literature searching. Desire to be an integral part of shaping and growing our search business.
Insatiable Tech Geek. Ability to review and analyze technically complex documents, including scientific papers, patents, and technical specifications.
Hyper-organized, crisp communicator. Excellent organizational, verbal communication, and writing skills.
Intuitive Collaborator. Team player with proven ability to work with dynamic and diverse groups of engineers, inventors, and business and strategy teams.
Hungry for autonomy. Can self-direct, manage, and motivate. Takes personal ownership and responsibility for driving high-quality results and consistently hitting deadlines.
OCD about detail. Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Apply online at:
https://www.aurorapatents.com/careers.html

Include a cover letter and resume with your submission. It would be a bonus if you are able to share an office action response that resulted in an issued patent and provide any published application or patent numbers for which you participated in drafting.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: Remote (U.S. Only)

Patent Attorney or Agent – Law Firm – Multiple US Office Locations or Remote

March 31, 2022- US - Telecommute, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Lee & Hayes, P.C. is seeking a Patent Attorney or Agent to work in multiple US office locations or remotely.

Are you looking to take the next step in your career, ready to expand your horizons and reignite your passion for patent law?
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Perhaps you’re eager to work with some of the greatest clients in business and industry, ranging from start-ups to the Fortune 50.
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If so, we invite you to apply with Lee & Hayes; you might feel right at home here.
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We are a national, full-service, intellectual property-focused law firm with a growing team of highly accomplished professionals who take pride in our work. Our firm represents a range of companies across a wide array of industries. Our team’s diverse experience and background cover a broad range of technologies including computer-related inventions, artificial intelligence and machine learning, e-commerce and financial technologies, medical devices, autonomous vehicles, heavy machinery, materials and optics, molecular biology, chemistry, diagnostics, therapeutics, and vaccines.
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At Lee & Hayes, we work hard to create a positive environment that supports our team members’ professional and personal success. We’ve sometimes been described as more like a “high-tech company of lawyers” than a law firm. Our compensation system is designed for each of our attorneys and agents to provide excellent client service with the flexibility to arrange their schedule to fit their life and achieve work-life balance. We offer excellent benefits and wellness initiatives, a collegial atmosphere, a culture of compassion and respect, mentorship, and opportunities for professional and personal growth. We believe that these characteristics are important to foster a productive, positive environment for work and to support our commitment to our communities.
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Lee & Hayes is an equal opportunity employer (EOE); we strongly support diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
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Qualifications:

USPTO Registration
Member in good standing of at least 1 state bar association
3+ years of patent preparation and prosecution experience
Expertise in software applications, machine learning, artificial intelligence, AR/VR, materials/optics, molecular biology, chemistry, diagnostics, therapeutics, or vaccines is highly desired
Conscientious and detail-oriented
Ability to communicate effectively with clients, attorneys, and staff
Team player with the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues at all levels

Education:

Bachelor of Science, or higher degree, in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, or related technologies
PhD in molecular biology, biotechnology, biochemistry, chemistry, neuroscience, or related technologies

Duties:

Patent preparation and prosecution across various technology areas with a focus on:

Computer-implemented inventions related to insurance, financial technologies, e-commerce
Medical devices, autonomous vehicles, heavy machinery, materials, and optics
Molecular biology, chemistry, diagnostics, therapeutics, and vaccines
May also include managing international prosecution, opinion work, and due diligence
Extensive interaction with other firm attorneys, inventors, and in-house attorneys

Apply via email to:
hr@leehayes.com

Please email your resume with two recent writing samples for confidential consideration.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Multiple US Office Locations or Remote

Associate or Patent Agent – Law Firm – Atlanta, New York, Philadelphia Preferred

March 31, 2022Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Ballard Spahr LLP is seeking a patent attorney or patent agent with 1-3 years of patent prosecution experience to assist our team in prosecution, IP diligence, IP transactions, and strategic IP business counseling. A graduate degree in Chemistry is required, and a PhD is preferred. Strong academic credentials and excellent references are expected. Admission to the patent bar is required.

Biotechnology Patent Attorney/Agent – Law Firm – Des Moines, IA ( Flexible remote work available for exceptional candidates)

March 9, 2022- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Intellectual Property, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Agent

McKee Voorhees and Sease, a boutique IP firm established in 1924 serving global clients at the intersection of science and law, seeks an experienced IP Attorney to join the firm in the Chemical and Biotechnology practice group.

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – McLean, VA

March 7, 2022- US - MidAtlantic and South, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Attorney

Roberts Calderon Safran & Cole, P.C. (RCSC), an Intellectual Property Law Firm located in prestigious Tysons Corner, Virginia is seeking multiple registered Patent Attorneys or Agents. One attorney or agent with up to five years of patent preparation and prosecution experience, and a degree in computer/software technologies or electrical engineering. Ideal applicant will have up to 50% of their own docket. We are also seeking an attorney or agent with upwards of $400,000.00 portfolio in chemical engineering.

Patent Prosecution Associate Attorney or Patent Agent — Life Sciences – Law Firm – Denver, CO and remote work possible

March 2, 2022- US - Southwest, - US - Telecommute, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Prosecution

Sheridan Ross P.C. is seeking a Patent Prosecution Attorney or Patent Agent for our Life Sciences and Biotechnology practice group. Candidates should have 1-5 years of law firm or corporate law department experience. Qualified candidates will be USPTO admitted and have experience prosecuting patent matters within a wide range of biotechnology, pharmaceutical, chemical and life sciences art units. Additionally, candidates should be motivated self-starters with superb communication and writing skills, display a commitment to excellence and an ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Essential Functions:

Prepare, file, and prosecute US and foreign patent applications in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, chemistry, and other related areas.
Interact with clients in the US and abroad to proactively counsel clients about IP strategy related to clients’ businesses.
Participate in due diligence and the drafting, reviewing, and negotiation of agreements covering intellectual property rights.
Assist with patent searches and render opinions on patentability, freedom-to-operate, validity, non-infringement, and avoidance of third-party patents.

Job Requirements:

Education:

Advanced degree or commensurate work experience in biotechnology, chemistry, pharmacology or complementary field
Juris Doctor (JD) for attorney position only

Experience:

Candidates should have 1-5 years of law firm or corporate law department experience
A demonstrated competency in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, or life sciences is required

Other Requirements:

Preferred candidates are licensed to practice law in at least one US jurisdiction, in good standing
All candidates should be admitted or eligible to practice before the USPTO
Strong writing and organizational skills
Portable business is a plus

Remote work options are possible depending on the candidate, experience, and qualifications.

Sheridan Ross is committed to fostering an environment that embraces and promotes equality, diversity, and inclusiveness where everyone has the opportunity to excel. We encourage our professionals to be themselves and share their perspectives, experiences, and insights. Individuals seeking employment at Sheridan Ross are considered without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, age, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or genetic information, among other protected bases.

Sheridan Ross offers a competitive pay and benefits package to full-time employees including health care benefits, personal paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k) matching, discretionary bonus, parking reimbursement, and more.

Base Salary Range: $115,000 - $170,000

Interested applicants should submit a resume to hr@sheridanross.com.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Denver, CO and remote work possible

Lateral Patent Attorneys and Patent Agents – Law Firm – Pittsburgh, PA with remote opportunities

February 27, 2022- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Telecommute, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

The Webb Law Firm is seeking lateral patent attorneys and agents with a minimum of four years of experience for full-time positions assisting with our growing intellectual property practice, which services clients ranging from Fortune 500 companies to start-ups.

Patent Agent or Associate Patent Attorney – Biotechnology and Life Sciences – Law Firm – Research Triangle Park, NC

February 27, 2022Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Prosecution

Jenkins, Wilson, Taylor & Hunt, P.A., located in the renowned Research Triangle Park area of North Carolina, is a boutique law firm specializing in intellectual property law.

Technology Specialist – Life Sciences – Law Firm – Multiple locations in Wisconsin, Illinois and North Carolina

February 16, 2022- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma

Casimir Jones, S.C. is seeking a Technology Specialist to join its growing Patent Prosecution group. Candidates for the position of Technology Specialist must have an advanced degree in biology, chemistry, biochemistry, or the biomedical sciences, as well as a strong academic record. A USPTO registration number is not required to be hired for this position; however, candidates will be encouraged to prepare for and take the patent bar exam within a reasonable timeframe. Successful candidates must have excellent analytical and communications skills and a strong work ethic.

Patent Associate – Law Firm – Salt Lake City, UT

February 14, 2022- US - Southwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Dorsey’s Patent group is seeking an associate in Salt Lake City with three to six years of experience and a technical background in mechanical engineering, material science, chemical engineering, or a related field. You will join an exceptional team of attorneys, agents, paralegals, and staff servicing a wide array of clients – from large multinational corporations to entrepreneurs and innovative startup companies. You will have responsibility for an active docket of patent prosecution matters – from drafting applications through all phases of domestic and foreign patent prosecution. You will have the opportunity to counsel clients on patent strategy, and gain exposure to conducting searches and preparing patentability, invalidity, and non-infringement opinions. In our general practice firm, there are also opportunities to support litigation and transactional practices.

Patent Attorney/Agent – Law Firm – Tysons Corner, VA or Telecommute

February 8, 2022- US - Telecommute, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Prosecution

MH2 Technology Law Group, LLP is looking for a local or remote, full-time patent attorney/agent to prepare and prosecute patent applications, draft opinions, and provide IP counseling for our clients, which include many Fortune 500 companies.
MH2 currently seeks a patent attorney or agent with a background and degree in a biotechnology and/or pharmaceutical related discipline, preferably who is also comfortable and has experience preparing and/or prosecuting patent applications in the biotechnology, chemical, and/or pharmaceutical arts.

Intellectual Property Specialist – Small Corporation – Rolla, MO and some remote

January 23, 2022- US - Midwest, Tech - Chemical / Pharma

Brewer Science, a small corporation in Rolla, MO, is seeking an intellectual property specialist. Roles and responsibilities include:

Intellectual Properties Attorney – Law Firm – McLean, VA

January 23, 2022Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical

Roberts Calderon Safran & Cole, P.C. (RCSC), an Intellectual Property Law Firm located in prestigious Tysons Corner, Virginia seeks a registered Patent Attorney or Agent with up to five years of patent preparation and prosecution experience, and a degree in computer/software technologies or electrical engineering. Experience drafting patent applications in computer/software related arts required, with experience in the chemical fields a plus.

IP Life Sciences Litigation Associate – Law Firm – Flexible location

January 16, 2022Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Litigation

Duane Morris LLP, a named Top 10 Law Firm for Pharma Work by BTI Consulting Group, has an opening for an intellectual property litigation associate with pharmaceutical/biopharmaceutical experience to join its Life Sciences practice. Candidate should have familiarity with intellectual property strategies, including trade secret, patent estate and lifecycle management strategies in protecting FDA-approved drug products, for both pre-litigation analysis and active litigation, including prior art searching. Our ideal candidate will hold a B.S. or advanced degree in the life sciences or related disciplines, will have 2-5 years’ IP-related experience in a relevant life science discipline, will be well-versed in pharmaceutical IP analysis and possess litigation skills, and who will thrive in our creative, entrepreneurial and collegial environment. Admission to the USPTO preferred and flexibility in office location with bar admission required in jurisdiction of practice or waiver eligible. EOE/AA/M/F/D/V.

Biotechnology Patent Attorney/Agent – Law Firm – San Diego, CA or Remote

January 16, 2022- US - Telecommute, - US - West, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Prosecution

Torrey Pines Law Group, a highly regarded and rapidly growing intellectual property law firm based in San Diego, is seeking a biotechnology patent attorney or patent agent to engage with our early- to mid-stage biotechnology, bioinformatics, biopharmaceutical, and diagnostics clients. The position requires 5 to 8 years of experience and registration to practice before the USPTO is required. Primary responsibilities of the position include:

Scientific Advisor, Biotechnology – Law Firm – Chicago, IL; Walnut Creek, CA; Alexandria, VA

January 16, 2022- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Midwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Leydig, Voit & Mayer, Ltd. seeks Ph.D. candidates nearing the completion of their studies and thesis defense, or recent Ph.D. graduates working in academia or industry, to join the firm as a Scientific Advisor in its Chicago, Alexandria, Virginia, or Walnut Creek, California, offices. The candidate’s Ph.D. should be in the area of cellular biology, immunology, molecular biology, pharmaceutical sciences, genomics, biochemistry, or a related area. Candidates should also possess strong analytical skills, superior academic credentials, and excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. This position is full-time.