Associate – Law Firm – Houston or Austin, Texas

August 2, 2012- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Midwest, - US - Southwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Trop, Pruner & Hu PC seeks associates with electrical engineering/computer science backgrounds. Experience with processors is preferred for related high end prep/pros work. Admittance to practice before the USPTO, a J.D., and prior patent prosecution experience (two years minimum) are preferred. Positions are available for the firm's Austin and Houston offices. Associates with litigation experience in addition to preparation/prosecution skills are preferred.

IP Attorney – Law Firm – Grand Rapids, Mich.

July 25, 2012- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Varnum LLP is seeking a registered intellectual property attorney with at least six years' experience in patent prosecution for its Grand Rapids, Michigan office. The ideal candidate would have a track record of building business and have an electrical engineering or mechanical engineering background.

Patent Agent – Law Firm – Austin, Texas

July 25, 2012- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Midwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

The Austin, Texas, office of Baker Botts seeks an experienced Patent Agent. Must have at least a bachelors degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science or equivalent. Industry experience in those fields a plus, but not necessary. Must have excellent academic credentials, experience writing patent applications, and be licensed to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office.

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Austin, Texas

July 14, 2012- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

IP Litigation Associate – Law Firm – St. Louis, Mo.

June 28, 2012- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Litigation

The St. Louis, Mo., office of Harness, Dickey & Pierce is seeking an Intellectual Property Litigation Associate with 2-4 years of full-time litigation experience. A strong academic record is required. A Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or Software Engineering is preferred. Qualified candidates should anticipate a varied and hands-on thriving litigation practice with opportunities to take on significant responsibilities as their litigation skills grow.We offer competitive compensation and ample opportunities for professional development.

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Shelby Township, Mich. (flexible)

June 24, 2012- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

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.

Patent Attorneys/Agents – Law Firm – Flexible Location

June 20, 2012- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Midwest, - US - Northeast, - US - Northwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Fiala & Weaver P.L.L.C., a Washington D.C.-based intellectual property law firm, is seeking part-time and full-time patent attorneys and agents, including persons to fill Of Counsel, associate, and patent agent positions, to assist us with our growing practice. Opportunities are available primarily for preparation and prosecution work for a variety of clients in the electrical, electro-mechanical, software, and Internet technology areas. Persons with law firm experience and/or tech industry experience, as well as present and former Examiners, are all encouraged to apply.
Excellent compensation. Inquiries treated in absolute confidence. Relaxed work environment. Portable business is not required. Applicants may be remotely located.

IP Attorney (Electrical Eng.) – Law Firm – Chicago, Ill. (remote locations may be considered)

June 13, 2012- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Midwest, - US - Northeast, - US - Northwest, - US - NYC, - US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - Southwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Guntin Meles & Gust is seeking highly skilled and productive Patent Attorneys. As part of our team you will be working with a diverse group of clients ranging from sophisticated startups to Fortune 100 companies. We work in the areas of electrical engineering, telecommunications, medical products, RF tuning products, gaming products, nanotechnology, and other fields. Clients have also engaged our firm to evaluate patent portfolios, draft licensing and patent sale agreements, perform re-exam evaluations, due diligence in M&A transactions, advanced inventing sessions, opinion work, among other things.

We offer exceptional benefits and a competitive compensation package, which models the firm’s philosophy of transparency. Our firm is ideal for attorneys who seek firms in a growth path.

Candidate Qualifications:
Must have passed a state bar and the USPTO patent bar. 3+ years of law practice with “substantial” patent preparation and prosecution experience of matters "originating" in the US. A Bachelors or Masters degree in Elect. Eng., Computer Eng., or a comparable engineering background is preferred. Telecommunications experience is a plus. Actual engineering experience is a plus. A book of business is also a plus. Information regarding the last two years of billable hours and collections will be requested along with academic transcripts.

Contact:
Please submit your resume, writing samples (in the public domain) and transcripts via our website (http://www.gmgip.com/careers-attorneys.php). Submissions will be maintained confidential.

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Chicago (remote locations may be considered)

At Guntin Meles & Gust we have a unique culture that places great emphasis on developing and exercising sound business, legal, and technical acumen in all aspects of the firm’s practice. Our culture has attracted and continues to attract new clients. Our culture also fosters and promotes career development of its attorneys at all levels.

Patent Attorney/Associate (Biotech) – Law Firm – Toledo, Ohio, or Fort Collins, Colo.

June 11, 2012- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Work - Patent Prosecution

MacMillan, Sobanski & Todd, LLC is searching for a Registered Patent Attorney specializing in Molecular Biology.

Requirements for this position are:
• Minimum of 5 years of patent prosecution or related experience
• Technical expertise in genetics, molecular biology, and biochemistry
• A college degree in biology or related field
• Membership to a state bar
• Registration with USPTO as a patent attorney

Preferred attributes of a candidate for this position are:
• Patent drafting and/or lab experience with microRNA, SNPs, biomarker assays, diagnostics, biologics, plant patents, plant extracts, small molecules, and vaccines
• Experience with university technology transfer
• Membership to Ohio, Michigan, or Colorado state bar
• Willingness to work in the Toledo, Ohio, or Fort Collins, Colorado office

No book of business is required. Compensation is either a salary or a percent of billings arrangement, depending on experience. Bonuses are available, based on performance. MacMillan, Sobanski & Todd, LLC is an equal opportunity employer, and provides a comprehensive benefit package, including a 401K and profit sharing retirement plan.

The position is for either Toledo, Ohio, or Fort Collins, Colorado, although telecommuting arrangements would be considered for very qualified applicants.

Depending on experience, the work will involve the following areas: patent application preparation and prosecution (60%); counseling of clients and portfolio management (25%); opinions (freedom to operate, validity and infringement) (5%); agreements and licensing (5%); and due diligence (5%).

MacMillan Sobanski & Todd provides our clients with practical guidance in formulating and implementing IP strategy. Our growing practice involves working closely with our clients as a team to capture and protect key emerging technology. We spend the time with clients necessary to understand potential opportunities and provide solutions for their intellectual property issues. The technology of our clients is cutting edge, requiring creative effort to fully and properly protect the new innovations.

Contact:
Interested candidates are invited to send a resume, along with a cover letter to:
Recruitment Manager at: hr@mstfirm.com.

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Toledo, Ohio or Fort Collins, Colorado

Experienced IP Associates – Law Firm – Royal Oak, Mich.

June 11, 2012- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Prosecution

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.

Patent Agent – Law Firm – Minneapolis, Minn.

June 9, 2012- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Any / Other, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Hollingsworth Davis is seeking patent agents with at least 2 years of application preparation and prosecution experience. At our firm, patent agents team with attorneys on sophisticated patent procurement relating primarily to electrical, electromechanical, biomedical, optics/optoelectronics, and computer/software technologies for high tech companies. Qualified candidates must be registered to practice before the USPTO, have strong academic and prior employment credentials, and possess strong organizational, writing, and communication skills. Candidates must possess an undergraduate or advanced degree in Electrical Engineering or other engineering/physics degree with an emphasis in Electrical Engineering. Experience in drafting and prosecuting domestic and foreign patent applications is also required. We offer a professional and collegial work environment with competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, life, 401(k) and many other excellent benefits. EOE/AA.

Patent Attorneys – Law Firm – Cincinnati, Ohio

June 1, 2012- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Any / Other, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Baker & Hostetler LLP, one of the nation’s largest and most respected law firms with more than 800 attorneys and 11 offices, has an immediate opportunity in our Cincinnati office for two patent attorneys with 2 or more years of experience in patent prosecution, portfolio management, licensing and opinion work. The ideal candidate would have a technical degree and background in mechanical, electrical, or materials, with superior academics and solid prior law firm or in-house experience. We offer a competitive salary and excellent benefits package.

IP Attorney – Law Firm – Washington D.C. or Chicago, Ill.

May 26, 2012- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Banner & Witcoff is seeking lateral associate candidates with electrical engineering or computer science backgrounds and patent prosecution or litigation experience. Previous patent experience, advanced degrees and admittance to practice before the USPTO are preferred.

Associate Attorney – Law Firm – St. Louis, Mo.

May 18, 2012- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Senniger Powers LLP, a boutique IP law firm located in St. Louis, is actively seeking an Associate Attorney for its Electrical, Computer Systems & Software Practice Group. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years of experience in patent preparation/prosecution and a degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science.

Patent Prosecution Associate – Law Firm – Minneapolis, Minn.

May 4, 2012- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Work - Patent Prosecution

Faegre Baker Daniels seeks a career track Associate to join our thriving Minneapolis Intellectual Property Group. Faegre Baker Daniels is an Am Law 100 firm with offices located throughout the U.S., Europe, and China. Our IP practice includes all areas of intellectual property law for a national and international client base. Successful candidates will have 2-6 years experience and preferably have a technical degree (electrical, mechanical or chemical engineering preferred) and be a member of the patent bar. Candidates must also have excellent academic credentials and have strong written and oral communications skills. This position offers competitive compensation and unlimited potential for professional growth.

Patent Associate – Small Corporation – Austin, Texas

May 4, 2012- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Midwest, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate

Luminex Corporation is seeking a Patent Associate to provide assistance with patent related activities, including growth and management of Company's patent portfolio, product clearance searches and analyses, product labeling and other IP-related tasks as required.

The Patent Associate will be responsible for undertaking product clearance activities, including nucleic acid and antibody-based patent searching and analysis. In addition, PA will be expected to work with R&D (systems and assays) to identify patentable inventions and assist with patentability searching and analysis. Additional responsibilities will include assistance with drafting and prosecution activities, support of business-development licensing activities and ensuring patent statements for product labels are accurate

Competencies:
• Business Acumen - knowledgeable about current and future issues that could affect the organization
• Customer Focus - dedication to the customer and earns their trust and respect
• Dealing with Ambiguity - makes decisions and takes action without having the full picture
• Learning on the Fly - learns quickly/open to change
• Negotiating - can win concessions without jeopardizing relationships
• Organizational Agility - knows how to go through the proper channels to get things done
• Peer Relationship - cooperative, team player, trusted and supported by peers
• Planning - sets specific goals and objectives, ability to plan for the length and difficulty of assignments, ability to break down projects into specific tasks/steps
• Priority Setting - focuses on what is most important
• Problem Solving - identifies complex problems and reviews related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions
• Process Management - ability to simplify complex processes and to organize people and activities
• Strategic Agility - ability to create competitive and breakthrough strategies and plans
• Timely Decision Making - decisions can be made quickly even under tight deadlines and pressure
• Written Communications - effectively communicates in writing

Required Education/Training:
• M.Sc or Ph.D in Molecular Biology or related Field
• Patent Agent Registration required (US and/or Canada)

Required Certifications/License/Special Skills:
• Proven time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize
• Reliable and dependable
• Strong logic and analytical skills
• Excellent language skills
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to efficiently identify client needs
• Ability to integrate technical and legal knowledge to provide guidance to scientific and management teams
• Ability to work on multidisciplinary teams

Required Work Experience:
• Between 3-6 years in patent prosecution, preferably in a variety of technology areas
• Proven experience in patentability searches and analyses
• Proven experience in freedom-to-operate searches and analyses
• In-house experience considered a Bonus

Working Conditions:
• Must work onsite at Luminex office at least 90% of the time
• Travel may be required approximately 10% of the time
• International travel may be required approximately 5% of the time
• Possible exposure to biological or chemical hazard, extensive noise and/or working with laser
• Work situations include dealing with people; working alone; making judgments and decisions; and directing, controlling or planning the activity of others

Physical Requirements:
• Lifting/Use of Strength is Sedentary (up to 10 pounds)
• Climbing on the job is required: Never
• Kneeling on the job is required: Never
• Reaching on the job is required: Never
• Stooping on the job is required: Never
• Vision (Colour) on the job is required: Occasionally - up to 33% of the time

Contact:
Apply online at: http://hire.jobvite.com/j/?aj=oX0mWfwZ&s=Patently-O_Jobs.

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

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Cleveland, Ohio

May 3, 2012- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Work - Patent Prosecution

Tarolli, Sundheim, Covell & Tummino LLP seeks a patent attorney with at least four years of patent preparation/prosecution experience and a chemical or biochemical background. Advanced degree and pharmaceutical and/or life science experience is required. OH bar is preferred, but not required. Transportable business is a plus, but not required. Compensation commensurate with previous experience and demonstrated abilities. Comprehensive benefits package is offered.

Patent Agent – Other – Austin, Texas

May 1, 2012- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Midwest, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Agent

Tokyo Electron U.S. Holdings, Inc. (TEH), the corporate headquarters entity for TEL in the United States, is seeking a patent attorney. TEH provides shared services support for six TEL subsidiaries located in the United States. The people who power TEH are a group of dedicated professionals committed to the success of our employees and customers.

Responsibilities:
• Works with engineers and scientists to extract their inventions and assists them in Invention Disclosure preparation
• Works with Patent Evaluation Committees to evaluate inventions for patent protection
• Conducts prior art search and evaluates prior art for patentability of inventions
• Drafts, files and prosecutes patent applications directly at USPTO
• Manages prosecution of patent applications through external IP law firms
• Works with Patent Evaluation Committees to decide on maintenance of US patents
• Files PCT patent applications directly at USPTO
• Files and manages prosecution of foreign national patent applications through associate foreign patent attorneys
• Works with Patent Evaluation Committees on foreign filing and foreign patent maintenance decisions
• Leads, participates or assists in Due Diligence assignments
• Leads, participates or assists in freedom-to-operate, validity and non-infringement analysis
• Participates in training engineers and scientists in patent law and procedures

Requirements:
• Patent Agent or Patent Attorney with 5 years of direct experience in patent application preparation, filing and prosecution (USPTO Registration Number is required, in case of Patent Attorney JD is also required)
• Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering (Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering is preferred)
• Proven and demonstrable ability to efficiently and independently prepare, file and prosecute patent applications,
• Through knowledge of U.S. patent law as applied to patent prosecution (knowledge of patent laws of JP, KR and CN is a plus)

Contact:
Apply by emailing: careers@us.tel.com.

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Other
Job Location: Austin, Texas

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Southfield, Mich.

April 30, 2012- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Patent Researcher – Small Corporation – Chicago, Ill.

April 16, 2012- US - Midwest, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Paralegal / Legal Secretary

Red Chalk seeks a patent researcher to join our team that has a strong ability to assess and analyze the best way to approach a project. We seek candidates with a broad set of experience and knowledge working in multiple industries. However, candidates applying for this position should have previous experience or extensive knowledge in one or more of the following areas:

• Computer networking
• Computer vision and image processing
• Cryptography/Encryption
• Display/pixel technology
• GPS/satellite positioning
• MEMS
• NANO
• Wireless networking

Other strong science, technology and/or engineering backgrounds: biology, chemistry, mechanical
The Patent Researcher will research invention concepts using a variety of databases and compile formal search reports to demonstrate findings to clients. A majority of work requires in-depth reading, writing and working on computers.

Responsibilities:
• Quickly review to gain an understanding of technical aspects of client inventions and/or technical search concepts
• Create research strategies that best utilize time and resources when executed
• Perform extensive database research
• Review, gather and analyze technical literature
• Report research findings in a timely and high-quality manner
• Continuously and concisely learn, interpret, comprehend, retain and apply technical abilities

Requirements:
• Previous patent examining or patent searching experience preferred
• A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree, in Engineering, (e.g., Electrical, Telecommunications) or equivalent experience is required
• Enjoy an ongoing learning and computer-based environment that is dedicated to delivering quality end-products
• Be a self-starter while striving for timely results; this is a distinctive opportunity for one to grow with a high-performing firm
• Proactively, confidently and effectively communicates (written and verbal) with team members and clients
• Thrive in ambiguity with a passion for continuous learning; will put that knowledge to use in delivering swift results to meet client deadlines
• Quick ability to redirect focus on new priorities manages time with good organizational skills

Contact:
To apply for consideration, please email your resume to our Recruiter, Kristen Rettig at Krettig@redchalk.com.

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: Chicago, Illinois

Red Chalk Group is an established professional services firm focusing on intellectual property consulting, transactions, litigation support, investment research, and proprietary enhanced data. Our firm delivers technology valuation, industry & competitive analysis, merger & acquisition/investment support, licensing & commercialization support, and IP transaction services. Red Chalk Group has helped business leaders address their greatest challenges related to Intellectual Property by focusing on IP issues and opportunities at the most senior levels.

Utilizing its network of PhD level subject matter experts and analysts as well as its proprietary databases and tools, Red Chalk Group provides industry-leading capabilities and resources to its clients. Our clients include many of the Fortune 100 as well as leading investment banking and money management institutions. We are building our capabilities in Chicago and the Bay area to support our ongoing growth. We are headquartered in Chicago with additional offices in Munich, Germany and Tokyo, Japan.

To learn more about Red Chalk Group, please visit our website at www.redchalk.com.