Sheppard Mullin, an AmLaw 100 firm with over 500 attorneys practicing in eleven offices, seeks an associate with a minimum of 4 years experience for its Intellectual Property practice group in the Washington D.C. office. Experience in both patent prosecution and patent litigation required. Advanced degree in the life sciences disciplines highly preferred. Breadth of work will include prosecution, litigation, and counseling of domestic and international clients focused on technological developments in molecular biology, pharmaceuticals, bioinformatics, pharmaceutical small molecules, diagnostics, and medical methodologies and devices. Excellent academic credentials and active bar membership required. Sheppard Mullin is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Principals only.
Contact: Please send cover letter, resume and law school transcripts to:
Emily Busse Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton Manager of Legal Recruiting and Professional Development 1300 I St. NW 11th floor East Washington, DC 20005 ebusse@sheppardmullin.com
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Washington D.C.
A growing IP litigation firm seeks a patent attorney with significant litigation experience for its Reston, Virginia, office. Technical background in electrical engineering (communications) is preferred. We offer a highly competitive compensation and benefits package based on experience and qualifications. We also offer partnership opportunities for highly qualified candidates.
Contact: Please send resume in confidence to Human Resources at hr@echelaw.com. Please include Reston Attorney in the subject line.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Reston, Virginia
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National Firm seeks Senior ANDA Litigator with proven track record of successful ANDA litigation. Top compensation, strong support and superb client list. Flexibility on location for the right candidate.
Contact: For consideration, please send resume and information in confidence to us at jobs@patentlyo.com. Use "Sponsored Listing" in the subject line.
Connolly Bove Lodge & Hutz, an IP and Business Law firm consistently ranked among the top US firms in patent litigation, seeks to expand in DC and LA by adding lateral partners with significant patent and/or trademark litigation experience. Competitive compensation to be negotiated in view of levels of first/second chair litigation experience and portable business.
Contact: Interested candidates should contact Jean Hadley at 302.252.3266 or at jhadley@cblh.com.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Los Angeles, California or Washington D.C.
The George Washington University Law School is seeking to fill its The Frank H. Marks Intellectual Property Fellowship. The fellowship is a two-year position designed for persons who are interested in pursuing an academic career in some area of intellectual property law. The Marks IP Fellow will teach one course per academic year and help with the administration of the Intellectual Property Program.
At the same time, the Marks IP Fellow will have the opportunity to pursue a scholarly project and prepare to enter the law teaching market, normally in the fall semester of the second year.
The formal title of the position is Visiting Associate Professor and Administrative Fellow in the Intellectual Property Program. Compensation will be approximately $60,000 per year, plus benefits including health insurance. The George Washington University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
The next Marks Fellowship will run from Summer 2009 to Summer 2011. Review of applications for this position will begin on January 15, 2009, and will continue until the position is filled.
Applications should include: • Resume that includes a list of academic references • Law school transcript • Copies of any published work or other writing samples in law or related fields • Proposal describing the candidate's scholarly interests and the specific project or projects he or she aims to complete while in residence at the Law School
Contact: Please send applications, questions or inquiries to: Ms. Mariam Ghafari The George Washington University Law School 2000 H Street, NW Washington, DC 20052 mghafari@law.gwu.edu
Young & Thompson, a well-established, mid-sized, boutique intellectual property law firm located in Alexandria, Virginia, currently seeks candidates with degrees in Electrical Engineering for its patent prosecution practice. Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience as an agent or attorney.
The firm offers a relaxed environment in waterfront offices with a competitive salary and bonus structure. Benefits include 100% paid single health insurance coverage and generous spousal, family and dependent coverage, employee assistance program and concierge service, flexible spending account, free undercover parking, Sport and Health gym membership located in the same building and a generous 401k plan and is metro accessible. Contact: To apply, please send cover letter and resume via e-mail to csale@young-thompson.com.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Alexandria, Virginia
Philadelphia recruiter actively seeking Patent Attorney candidates for positions in area law firms and corporations. Qualified candidates will have 2 to 5 years of experience in patent litigation and prosecution as well as a background in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Organic Chemistry. J.D., patent bar membership, and bar membership in at least one state required. Relocation candidates are welcome to apply.
Wyeth currently seeks a patent litigation attorney. By working at Wyeth, you can help others to live longer, more fulfilling lives while realizing other important professional objectives. Discovering and developing innovative products in the areas of pharmaceutical, biotechnology, consumer healthcare, nutritional and animal healthcare, our global organization is dedicated to making the world a healthier place to live. Wyeth has a long-standing value of respect for people that promotes a diverse culture and an environment of mutual respect for our employees, customers, and communities. As a global corporation, Wyeth is committed to cultivating a diverse workplace where individuals from different backgrounds, experiences, and viewpoints are valued.
Responsibilities: • Supervises intellectual property litigation, e.g., litigation to enforce company’s intellectual property or to defend against actions brought by third parties. • Manages outside counsel. • Keeps internal management informed of status. • Conducts litigations in a cost-effective manner. • Responds to discovery requests. • Works with in-house and expert witnesses. • Counsels management and others within company concerning intellectual property issues, including relevant presentations. • Assists in due diligence concerning intellectual property and related issues in a transaction. • Maintains awareness of current developments in substantive law and client’s business environment. • Provides IP litigation assistance to other law functions. • Prepares opinions for R&D and business groups relating to patentability, validity, and infringement issues.
Requirements: • JD, member of a state bar • Minimum of 8 years patent litigation experience • Hatch-Waxman Act experience • Demonstrated exceptional judgment and critical thinking • Strong interpersonal, collaborative, and leadership skills • Undergraduate degree in Chemistry, Biology or other related technical field and combination of in-house and law firm experience preferred
Wyeth offers competitive compensation and benefits programs, including child-care subsidies, flex-time, business casual attire, educational assistance and professional development programs.
Contact: To apply online, please visit us at: www.wyeth.com/careers. For additional information regarding this position, contact A. DeVos: devosa@wyeth.com.
Wyeth is an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Large Corporation Job Location: Madison, NJ
Wyeth is seeking a Chief International Patent Counsel for its Madison, N.J. headquarters. Primary objective will be to serve as the chief patent law advisor and counselor to Wyeth’s international affiliates on patent matters. Selected candidate will report to the Vice President and Deputy Chief Patent Counsel and manage the patent law team servicing the company's international affiliates.
Responsibilities: • Provide strategic advice and counsel to international and affiliate management and others within company concerning international patent issues. • Coordinate development and implementation of international patent strategies with internal patent prosecution group and therapeutic area attorneys. • Provide advice and counsel to patent department regarding international developments in substantive patent law, policy, and political and business environment. • Coordinate with patent litigation attorneys to direct and manage international patent litigation, including serving as the primary contact with affiliate management and where appropriate, supervising outside litigation counsel. • Work with internal and external policy groups and advocacy groups to enhance development of intellectual property protections around the world. • Assist with and provide counsel relating to potential divestments, acquisitions and technology-related agreements. • Engage and supervise outside counsel as necessary and appropriate to advise on specific matters. • Prepare opinions relating to various international patent issues. • Coordinate activities of the International Patent Group with regional and affiliate general lawyers.
Requirements: • JD (or foreign equivalent) with top notch academic qualifications • Member of at least one state bar (or foreign equivalent) • Bachelor's Degree in a relevant Science focus (i.e., chemistry or biology) • 10+ years of in-house and/or law firm experience in international patent law • Pharmaceutical/health care experience preferred • Litigation experience strongly preferred • International legal training or work experience strongly preferred
Wyeth offers competitive compensation and benefits programs, including child-care subsidies, flex-time, business casual attire, educational assistance and professional development programs.
Contact: To apply online, please visit us at: www.wyeth.com/careers. For additional information regarding this position, contact A. DeVos: devosa@wyeth.com.
Wyeth is an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V.
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By working at Wyeth, you can help others to live longer, more fulfilling lives while realizing other important professional objectives. Discovering and developing innovative products in the areas of pharmaceutical, biotechnology, consumer healthcare, nutritional and animal healthcare, our global organization is dedicated to making the world a healthier place to live. Wyeth has a long-standing value of respect for people that promotes a diverse culture and an environment of mutual respect for our employees, customers, and communities. As a global corporation, Wyeth is committed to cultivating a diverse workplace where individuals from different backgrounds, experiences, and viewpoints are valued.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Large Corporation Job Location: Madison, New Jersey
Foley & Lardner LLP is seeking a Lateral Associate or Patent Agent with two to three years law firm and/or USPTO experience for its Washington D.C. office. Demonstrated skill in preparation and prosecution of patent applications is a must. Former patent examining experience a strong plus, but not required. Candidate must be admitted to practice before the USPTO. This position entails patent application preparation and prosecution (for domestic and international clients), and technical assistance with other IP counseling projects. The successful candidate will have excellent written and oral communication skills. This is not an IP litigation position.
Qualified candidates will have very strong background in chemistry, preferably in small molecule synthesis, pharmaceuticals, and/or medicinal chemistry. Masters or PhD degree, or relevant industrial experience, is preferred but not required.
Gardner Groff, a small suburban Atlanta IP boutique, seeks entrepreneurial EE patent attorney to lead and grow our electrical practice group. Prefer 5+ years of prep and pros experience, and partial book of portables. Low billable requirement (1320 hours/year), no downtown commute or parking hassles, solid systems and staff support, and a rate structure that works for flat fee clients.
Contact: Interested applicants should contact the Hiring Manager by sending an email to: HR@gardnergroff.com.
An immediate opportunity is available for an experienced Foreign Filing Paralegal in the newly formed Needle & Rosenberg Intellectual Property Practice of Ballard Spahr in our Atlanta Office. Responsibilities include preparing and filing international PCT, national and design applications, drafting related correspondence and conducting electronic patent searches. The position requires excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced team environment. The ideal candidate will have 2+ years of experience (adequate knowledge of international patent filings is required) a paralegal certificate, will be efficient, results-oriented, flexible and available for occasional overtime work. Attention to detail, good organization skills and ability to appropriately prioritize tasks will be essential to your success.
Contact: Qualified candidates should submit resume, cover letter and salary requirement via e-mail to ballardjobs@ballardspahr.com.
Or, by mail to: Human Resources Ballard Spahr Andrews & Ingersoll, LLP 1735 Market Street 51st Floor Philadelphia, PA 19103 Fax: 215.864.8999 EOE, M/F/D/V Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Atlanta, Georgia
Scitemex, a litigation support firm, offers experts in all areas of science, technology and medicine to serve the intellectual property needs of the legal community. We also offer a full range of chemical and analytical services, including pharmaceutical synthesis and characterization.
Contact:
For more information, please contact Dr. Jeffrey Winkler: winkler@scitemex.comor 610-731-5055.
Osiris Therapeutics, Inc., a leading stem cell therapeutic company, is seeking a corporate counsel. The successful candidate will advise the Company on matters of general contracting, negotiations, and general matters of corporate and commercial law. You will support the Legal, Compliance, Finance and Business Development efforts by providing general legal support and advice to Senior Management and business unit leaders. Though a significant amount of legal work is done in-house, a substantial part of your daily work will include supervision of outside counsel. This position will report to the Chief Intellectual Property Counsel.
Responsibilities: • Negotiate & draft contracts for functions including Product Development, Clinical Trial Agreements, Master Services Agreements, Material Transfer Agreements, Confidential Disclosure Agreements, and the like in support of corporate goals • Provide counsel regarding partnering opportunities (both in- and out- licensing) • Act as intermediary between in-house business leaders & outside counsel • Develop & advance key initiatives designed to improve the overall organizational capability and effectiveness • Primarily responsible for taking preemptive measures to identify & avoid legal risks, conflicts & issues; and team member responsible for resolving and negotiating conflicts when they arise
Requirements: • Proficiency in following competencies is critical: • Effective written and oral communication • Proactively recognizing & solving problems • Independent decision making • J.D. from an accredited law school; Licensed to practice law in any state • 2-4 years of experience in a large or mid-sized law firm • Ability to work independently & as part of a team with rapidly changing deadlines and priorities
Preferred: • Scientific background is preferred but not required if the candidate can demonstrate enthusiasm to learn a modicum of science
Contact: For more information about this position and to apply, please visit us online. Osiris is an EOE M/F/D/V.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Small Corporation Job Location: Columbia, Maryland
Young & Thompson, a well established, mid-sized, boutique intellectual property law firm located in Alexandria, Virginia, currently seeks candidates with degrees in Electrical Engineering for its patent prosecution practice. Candidates should have at least 2 years of experience as a patent examiner, agent or attorney.
The firm offers a relaxed environment in waterfront offices with a competitive salary and bonus structure.
Benefits include 100% paid single health insurance coverage and generous spousal, family and dependant coverage, employee assistance program and concierge service, flexible spending account, free undercover parking, Sport and Health gym membership located in the same building and a generous 401k plan and is metro accessible.
Contact: Please send cover letter and resume via e-mail to csale@young-thompson.com. Interviews will commence in late September / Early October. Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Alexandria, Virginia
Responsibilities: • Perform preliminary patent searches and patent ideation during the design phase to help ensure that products are free from patent issues. Review patent search results from outside legal counsel and direct them on appropriate action based upon audit results. • Audit vacuum cleaner designs throughout the design process to ensure products are safe, compliant with company standards; and free of legal issues, including patent infringements and liability issues.
Requirements: • BSME/BSEE or equivalent education and work experience in product design of a high volume consumer product. • Minimum of 7 – 9 years work experience in the same or related field with experience in U.S. Intellectual Property law and patent practices. • Strong oral and written communication and high proficiency in computer applications (Word, Excel and database searching) are also required. • Must be willing to travel (possible internationally) as projects require.
Contact: To apply, email resumes to phaajobs@us.panasonic.com, fax to 859.238.3456 or mail to Human Resources, Panasonic Home Appliances Company of America, P.O. Box 7, Danville, KY 40423.
An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
Additional Info: Employer Type: Large Corporation Job Location: Danville,Kentucky
Foley & Lardner LLP is seeking a full time law clerk, patent agent or technical specialist with at least 1 year patent counseling / prosecution experience (USPTO or private sector) needed for its Washington DC office. Current law clerk attending evening law school program in the DC area or registered patent agent with plans to attend an evening law school program in the DC area is preferred.
Experience with nanotech, materials, semiconductor or cleantech patent prosecution (USPTO or private sector) is strongly preferred. A technical background including materials science, nanotech, physics, semiconductors, ceramics, metallurgy or a related field required and an advanced degree is required.
Position entails patent application preparation and prosecution (mostly for domestic clients), and technical assistance with other IP counseling projects. This is not an IP litigation position. Candidate will be eligible for full law school tuition reimbursement.
Contact: Interested applicants should apply at our careers website.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Washington D.C.
Foley & Lardner LLP is seeking a lateral associate with at least 2 years of law firm patent counseling / prosecution experience needed for its Washington DC office. Experience with nanotech, materials, semiconductor or cleantech patent prosecution and counseling strongly preferred. A technical background including materials science, nanotech, physics, semiconductors, ceramics, metallurgy or a related field required. Experience with small or start-up domestic companies and investors preferred. Position entails patent application preparation and prosecution (mostly for domestic clients), IP due diligence, opinions, patent portfolio management and general client IP counseling. This is not an IP litigation position. Top academics and experience required.
Contact: Interested applicants should apply at our careers website.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Washington D.C.
VIRxSYS Corporation, a leader in gene and RNA therapy located in Gaithersburg, Maryland, seeks a skilled and highly motivated IP attorney to develop and execute the Company’s intellectual property strategy. This is a hands-on position with many challenges and opportunities.
Responsibilities: • Advise management and Board on all aspects of intellectual property law • Develop worldwide patent strategy • Manage global patent portfolio • Coordinate and supervise outside counsel • Perform freedom to operate, patentability, and validity analyses • Draft and negotiate technology transfer and non-disclosure agreements • Manage trademark prosecution • Manage the Invention Disclosure Committee and execute decisions • Perform due diligence analyses • Provide litigation support
Requirements: • At least 4 years practicing and managing outside counsel in preparation and prosecution of patent applications • Registration to practice before the PTO and state bar membership • High level of motivation and ability to work independently • Ability to manage multiple tasks and changing priorities • Practical laboratory experience preferred
Education: • Bachelor degree in life sciences required; MS degree or higher in immunology or molecular biology strongly preferred • Juris doctorate degree from accredited law school
VIRxSYS provides a stimulating professional environment, competitive compensation and benefits package, plus an opportunity to work on the cutting edge of a paradigm shift in medicine. VIRxSYS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
MedImmune is seeking patent agents to work at its corporate headquarters in Gaithersburg, Md. Candidates should have a passion for excellence. At MedImmune, we do too. MedImmune is a recognized leader in the biotechnology industry, we use the latest advances in science, technology and medicine to develop innovative products that improve the quality of human health. We strive to create a work environment that is professionally and personally rewarding, characterized by respect, integrity and opportunities for growth. Hundreds of thousands of patients have benefited from our products, which are designed to treat or prevent infectious diseases, cancer and inflammatory diseases. Our extensive research and development efforts are focused on these same areas. Both individual contributions and team successes are critical on the path to scientific and medical breakthroughs.
Responsibilities: • Work with internal attorneys and patent agents and with outside counsel in preparation and prosecution patent applications • Analyze invention disclosures and publication disclosure requests and devise strategies for patent protection • Evaluate patent portfolios of third parties as part of continuous monitoring process and for due diligence projects • Attend scientific project team meetings to collect information for patenting and to advise team on patenting issues
Requirements: • At least 2 years practicing patent prosecution before the USPTO. • High level of professionalism and motivation and ability to work independently. • Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects with rapidly changing priorities. • Outstanding organizational skills and attention to detail. • Effective oral and written communication skills. • Excellent interpersonal skills. • Computer skills (especially experience with databases) • Ability to perform detailed technical and legal analysis
Supervision: Attorney guidance, with much independence on basic prosecution and patent analysis
Education: Ph.D. or Masters with at least 3 years bench research experience in a biotechnological field
Contact: Interested applicants can apply online at www.medimmune.appone.com and search for Req 00880.
MedImmune, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Large Corporation Job Location: Gaithersburg, Maryland
Sheppard Mullin, an AmLaw 100 firm with over 500 attorneys practicing in eleven offices, seeks an associate with a minimum of 4 years experience for its Intellectual Property practice group in the Washington D.C. office. Experience in both patent prosecution and patent litigation required. Advanced degree in the life sciences disciplines highly preferred. Breadth of work will include prosecution, litigation, and counseling of domestic and international clients focused on technological developments in molecular biology, pharmaceuticals, bioinformatics, pharmaceutical small molecules, diagnostics, and medical methodologies and devices. Excellent academic credentials and active bar membership required. Sheppard Mullin is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Principals only.
