Director of the Patent Practice and Procedure Program (Lecturer) – University of New Hampshire School of Law – Concord, N.H. (Updated)

August 29, 2018- US - Northeast, Emp - Educational, Intellectual Property, Tech - Any / Other

UNH School of Law is seeking a Director of the Patent Practice and Procedure Program, a full-time member of the law school faculty who oversees the most successful patent-practice-focused law school program in the country. The Director must be a strategic, innovative, and adaptive thinker who can successfully develop, update, and manage UNH's world-class curriculum in patent practice, and ensure that it is attentive to modern trends in the practice, for both residential and online students. Specifically, the Director teaches courses centering on patent practice and/or related IP topics; oversees adjunct professors teaching and serving as section leaders for patent-practice courses; works with practicing attorneys and alumni to determine current needs in patent law and practice, including in international markets; strategizes potential marketing and development initiatives related to the program; represents the law school in the patent-law community; and participates in faculty governance.

Minimum Qualifications

Have a J.D. or equivalent foreign law degree, with excellent academic performance;
Have at least five years of full-time patent practice experience in law firms, in house, and/or for the USPTO;
Have experience in patent prosecution along with one or more of patent litigation, post-grant proceedings before the USPTO, licensing, and portfolio management and development
Have effective teaching skills, a commitment to excellence in teaching, and a demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with diverse communities;
Have ongoing connections and networks in the patent-law community to keep current on trends and best practices in patent practice; and
Be familiar with innovation in legal education, including in seeking opportunities for the law school to pursue new academic programs and extend its brand to prospective students and donors.
Preferred Qualifications
Having experience with residential and/or online teaching (preference will be given to candidates who demonstrate an interest in, and willingness to, teach in both environments);
Being licensed to practice law before the USPTO;
Having training and significant experience in a scientific, engineering, or technical field; and
Having an interest in producing and/or engaging with legal scholarship.

The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmative Action employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, or marital status. Application by members of all underrepresented groups is encouraged. Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the U.S.

Contact
For more information and to apply, please use this link: https://jobs.usnh.edu/postings/30562.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Education
Job Location: Concord, New Hampshire

Senior Legal Editor, Patent Litigation – Large Corporation – Flexible Location

August 27, 2018- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Midwest, - US - Northeast, - US - Northwest, - US - NYC, - US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - Southwest, - US - Telecommute, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house)

Practical Law US is seeking an experienced patent litigation attorney to work on patent resources for our Intellectual Property & Technology Service.

The attorney will:

Conceptualize, draft and edit original legal know-how materials, including practice notes, annotated standard-form documents and transactional checklists for online and print publication.
Establish and maintain relationships with external law firm contributors.
Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to plan and lead product demonstrations, webinars and in-person continuing legal education seminars for current and potential subscribers.
Assist with the development of special projects undertaken by Thomson Reuters and Practical Law.
Organize and conduct webinars on topics of interest to attorneys practicing in the patent area, and assist with marketing initiatives and sales demonstrations.
Write and edit content for Practical Law's companion magazine, Practical Law The Journal.
Develop relationships with law firm attorneys, in-house counsel and industry groups to ensure that the patent litigation content is topical and meets their needs.

Qualifications:

Candidates should have at least the following skills and experience:

J.D.
At least eight years’ experience working as a patent litigator in a law firm, with expertise in patent and other intellectual property law and practice.
A good understanding of the needs and priorities of law firm and in-house counsel and the legal market.
A passion for writing and good editing skills, including:
- very close attention to detail;
- impressive command of grammar, punctuation and plain English;
- strong technical drafting skills; and
- the ability to write about complex legal issues clearly and simply.
Enthusiasm and ambition, with a desire to improve the efficiency of legal services.
Expertise in all aspects of patent litigation and federal practice and procedure is required, optimally including:
- pre-suit investigations;
- drafting patent litigation documents, such as pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, proposed jury instructions, and trial and appellate briefs;
- Markman briefing and hearings;
- taking and defending depositions;
- working with expert witnesses;
- arguing motions and/or other applications before a court; and
- preparing for and litigating at trial.
Significant practice experience in one or more of the following areas is helpful:
- Patent Trial and Appeal Board proceedings;
- ITC Section 337 proceedings;
- Hatch-Waxman ANDA or biosimilar litigation; and/or
- Patent prosecution and strategic counseling.

Contact
To apply, please send your resume and a paragraph summary of your relevant experience for this position to: brian.gross@thomsonreuters.com.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Flexible location

Patent Prosecutor – Law Firm – Boston, Mass.

August 14, 2018- US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Prosecution

Cesari and McKenna, LLP is seeking an experienced attorney with a background in patent prosecution. The position is ideal for a candidate that is looking to develop and grow an existing practice in a boutique environment, among a supportive team. A degree in chemistry is required.

I.P. Counsel – Large Corporation – Framingham, Mass.

July 17, 2018- US - Northeast, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Work - Patent Litigation

Bose Corporation is looking to hire an intellectual property attorney to serve as a principal advisor for one or our key product divisions.

At Bose, we’ve spent more than 50 years finding new ways to bring quality audio products to people—in their homes, in automobiles, in airplanes, and just about anywhere else that there is a possibility to enjoy music. Our legendary Wave^® music system, SoundLink^® Mini Bluetooth speaker, or QuietComfort^® acoustic noise cancelling headphones may ring a bell with you. Bose relies on exceptional people to create and deliver those products to our customers.

Bose is about better sound, but better sound is just the beginning. We’re about inventing innovative technologies that truly benefit people, and creating a culture where innovation and teamwork are highly valued. Working at Bose, you’re encouraged to question conventional thinking in the relentless quest to create products and experiences that change people's lives. Our culture is as distinctive as our products. Join a company that operates globally, with a culture that embraces new ideas.

Requirements

Responsibilities for this position include:

Counseling the business and engineering leadership on IP strategy and risks.
Managing the patent portfolio for the business division
Managing patent litigation and pre-litigation work originating of the business unit and support litigation activity arises in other business unit.
Conducting infringement assessment of competitor systems.
Provide IP support in transactional matters for the business.
Identifying inventions originating in the business.
Running the business’s patent committee meetings.
Completing freedom to practice studies for the business.
Managing the business’s patent marking program.

Skills

In addition to these responsibilities, the IP attorney will supervise outside prosecution counsel and independently prepare and prosecute some US cases.

The attorney will split his or her time between Bose offices in Stow, Massachusetts and Framingham, Massachusetts.

Education Candidates must be a JD and registered to practice with the United State Patent and Trademark Office. Candidates must also have at least 4 years of experience as an intellectual property attorney. EE, ME, Computer Science/Computer Engineering, or Physics technical backgrounds are preferred.
attorney. EE, ME, Computer Science/Computer Engineering, or Physics technical backgrounds are preferred.

Contact
To apply, please email: staffing_operations@bose.com.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Framingham, Massachusetts

Assistant General Counsel (IP) – Large Corporation – King of Prussia, Pa.

June 16, 2018- US - Northeast, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Arkema Inc. is seeking an Assistant General Counsel (Intellectual Property) to provide advice and counsel to assigned Business Unit(s) Senior Management respecting patents, trademarks, copyrights and trade secrets. The incumbent is a member of the Intellectual Property Law Department Team, consisting of 4 Attorneys, 2 Paralegals, and 2 Administrative Assistants. This person will be based at Arkema's Corporate Offices and R&D Center in King of Prussia, PA

Specific Job Activities Include (but are not limited to):

Ensure that the results of the company's R&D investment are properly protected globally; participate in the stage-gating of projects; identify patent issues and recommend productive areas for research. Ensure that patent applications are properly prepared, filed and prosecuted, so as to obtain valid and enforceable patents.
Provide general and specific advice to management concerning the development, acquisition, utilization and enforcement of global patent portfolios and define strategies to optimize their value to the company.
Protect the company's capital investment in new plants and in equipment for new products and processes by evaluating new products and processes for potential infringement of patents owned by others and defining specific steps to be taken when there is a risk of infringement.
Protect the company's competitive position in the global marketplace by evaluating products, processes and trademarks belonging to others for potential infringement of the company's patents and trademarks; recommend appropriate action and, with management, develop strategies to implement the recommendations.
With the management of the relevant businesses, define objectives and assist in negotiation and drafting of agreements relating to patents, trademarks, trade secrets, joint development and other programs.
Ensure the accurate and timely administration of the global patent portfolios.
Review and draft Confidential Disclosure Agreements.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

J.D. required, plus a minimum of 10 years of experience in Chemical Patent Practice.
Bachelor’s degree in Organic Chemistry or Polymer Chemistry; Master’s degree preferred.
Membership in a State Bar and the American Bar Association is required.
Registration to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
Detail-oriented and strong organizational skills.
Strong communication skills, including, writing and oral presentation skills.
Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain strong interpersonal relationships.
Ability to work as a member of a team, as well as an ability to lead teams (this role will require both competencies).

Contact
To apply, please visit this link: https://career5.successfactors.eu/sfcareer/jobreqcareer?jobId=30098&company=ARKEMA&username=.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: King of Prussia, Pennsylvania

Intellectual Property Junior Patent Associate – Law Firm – Philadelphia, Pa.

June 7, 2018- US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Morgan Lewis & Bockius LLP, one of the world’s leading international law firms, seeks to hire a highly qualified junior associate with patent prosecution experience in the mechanical arts, to join our growing Intellectual Property Practice in Philadelphia. Note that this position is for an experienced lawyer, not an entry-level associate.

Job Requirements:
Candidates are preferred to have patent prosecution experience in the mechanical arts such as medical devices, consumer products, residential and industrial equipment, aeronautics, automotive, control systems, and electro-mechanical devices, with a degree in mechanical engineering preferred but not required. Candidates must possess excellent academic credentials and strong research, writing, communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Candidates with experience in intellectual property due diligence, licensing and technology transfer are desirable. Candidates must be registered with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Prior examiner experience is desirable and Pennsylvania Bar membership is preferred.

Qualified candidates only. All inquiries will be kept confidential.

Morgan Lewis is not accepting resumes or referrals from search firms for this position. If you are a search firm, employment agency, or representative of either, you will not be compensated in any way for your referral of a candidate, even if Morgan Lewis hires said candidate.

Morgan Lewis is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Practice Description:
With nearly 200 lawyers and other professionals, Morgan Lewis has one of the largest intellectual property practices of any full-service law firm in the world. We provide a range of IP services, including litigation at the district court, International Trade Commission, and appellate levels; patent preparation and prosecution; trademark and copyright counseling and portfolio management; post-grant and other administrative proceedings before the US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO); licensing, technology transfer and other transactions; and addressing IP issues in corporate transactions.

Our patent practice is very diverse, and has been named to the The National Law Journal’s IP Hot List and ranked a Top Patent Firm by IP Today. Patents we prepared and prosecuted for one of the world’s largest companies have been successfully enforced in a highly publicized litigation in the United States. We handle patent preparation, prosecution, licensing, due diligence, valuation, portfolio management, opinion, and counseling work, as well as post-grant proceedings at the US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

Contact
To apply, visit this link: https://lawcruit.micronapps.com/sup/lc_supp_jobpost.aspx?%40Pl3%3cKWEX%40=1mg1&%3db8=8_CG. Please submit your cover letter, resume, law school transcript, and a writing sample using the “Apply Now” button below. Please note, you must click the box at the top right hand corner to activate the “apply now” link.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

I.P. Partners – Large Law Firm – Multiple Locations

May 12, 2018- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Midwest, - US - Northeast, - US - Northwest, - US - NYC, - US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - Southwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Tully Rinckey PLLC has been on the Inc. 5000 list of America’s fastest-growing private companies eight times. The firm is currently looking to add IP Partners in its 10 offices across the country. In addition, the firm is interested in hearing from IP Partners in markets where the firm does not already have an office.

Patent Attorney (Plant / Ag Biotech) – Small Corporation – Cambridge, Mass.

April 16, 2018- US - Northeast, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Prosecution

Inari Agriculture, Inc., is a vibrant start-up company based in Cambridge, MA, focusing on highly innovative new breeding technologies to improve performance of plants. To address the intellectual property challenges in this emerging area of technology, Inari is recruiting an in-house patent attorney to be based at Inari’s Cambridge, MA, location.

Litigation Counsel – Law Firm – Boston, Mass. and Chicago, Ill.

April 11, 2018- US - Midwest, - US - Northeast, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Work - Patent Litigation

Blackbird Technologies, a company formed four years ago by partners of AmLaw20 law firms, is looking for experienced mid to senior level associates with at least three years of patent litigation experience, who can handle most day-to-day case demands autonomously. Rare opportunity for substantive courtroom experience in an entrepreneurial environment. Should be admitted to the Massachusetts or Illinois bar and have experience with patent litigation concerning engineering and/or computer science disciplines.

Patent Attorney – Small Law Firm – Philadelphia, Pa.

April 7, 2018- US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Paul and Paul, a historic highly client-focused boutique intellectual property firm in Center City Philadelphia, seeks a senior patent attorney to play a key role in our select team of IP specialists. Candidates for this position should have at least six years of broad IP experience, preferably including both patent and trademark prosecution as well as litigation in state and federal courts. Candidates with portable business and chemical or mechanical technical qualifications are preferred.

Patent Associate / Registered Agent / Tech Specialist – Large Law Firm – Waltham, Mass.

March 7, 2018- US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Morse, Barnes-Brown & Pendleton, P.C. (“MBBP”), a dynamic, growing corporate/IP/litigation law firm headquartered on Route 128 in Waltham, MA, with offices in Boston and Cambridge, is seeking a Technical Specialist, Registered Patent Agent, or Patent Associate having a degree in the field of electrical engineering or computer science and with experience patenting complex software technologies, as well as some experience with mechanical/electrical devices. There is no expectation that the Technical Specialist or Patent Agent will attend law school.

Patent Attorney – Large Corporation – Middlebury, Conn.

February 28, 2018- US - Northeast, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate

LANXESS is seeking a Patent Attorney to work in its Middlebury, Connecticut offices.

Responsibilities:

Work with assigned business units to identify inventions and draft patent applications covering such inventions for LANXESS Solutions US Inc. and its affiliates.
Prosecute patent applications before the United States Patent and Trademark Office for LANXESS Solutions US Inc. and its affiliates.
Manage a global patent portfolio based on a patent strategy developed with the assigned business units, including overseeing outside counsel’s prosecution of foreign filed patent applications.
Provide counseling on legal issues relating to the enforcement of LANXESS' intellectual property rights and compliance with third parties’ intellectual property rights, including Freedom to Operate opinions.
Negotiate, draft and review IP related agreements, including confidentiality agreements, licensing agreements, and joint development agreements.
Assist in the selection and management of outside counsel in the prosecution/defense of various IP legal issues, including freedom to operate and infringement opinions.
Interpret court decisions, conduct legal research, have knowledge of statutes and governmental regulations to provide legal advice on current and pending IP legal developments.
Develop and maintain a strong working knowledge of business and operational goals and objectives of the assigned areas.

Requirements:

Juris Doctorate
Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or Materials Science
License to practice law in at least one state (including a CT House License where appropriate)
Admission to practice before the USPTO
3-5 years of experience in Patent Law, in-house experience preferred
Exceptional verbal and written communication required
Demonstrated attention to detail

Contact
To apply, please visit this link: https://careers-chemtura.icims.com/jobs/1321/patent-attorney/job?hub=11&mobile=false&width=1217&height=500&bga=true&needsRedirect=false&jan1offset=-300&jun1offset=-240. Please include your resume when applying.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Middlebury, Connecticut

Chief I.P. Counsel – Small Corporation – Cambridge, Mass.

January 25, 2018- US - Northeast, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech

Wave Life Sciences is seeking Chief Intellectual Property Counsel. Responsibilities include:

Lead implementation and build-out of structure, processes and personnel for effective and efficient operation of Wave’s in-house IP function
Manage the in-house IP team, outside counsel, and IP-related budgets, forecasting and resources. Able to coach, mentor and develop team members, and proactive in sharing knowledge and collaborating with teams and stakeholders
Counsel key stakeholders, including management and the board of directors, in protecting and defending Wave’s IP rights worldwide, with particular attention to key assets, platform technology, and early stage research programs
Understand, monitor and advise Wave team members regarding the competitive IP landscape for the company’s platform and product IP, and provide strategic counsel in connection therewith
Provide broad-based strategic and portfolio advice, with demonstrated leadership skills and a vision of success tied to larger organizational goals
Proactively counsel all levels of the organization on IP matters, ranging from broad strategic objectives to day-to-day collaboration with Wave’s research and development teams
Collaborate with in-house and outside counsel on IP-related proceedings and challenges
Oversee and manage Wave’s in-house IP team and outside counsel in drafting, prosecuting and maintaining Wave’s patents, trademarks and applications. Ability to provide hands-on direction and input, and to draft and review a wide variety of work product
Identify and navigate patent and trademark opportunities and risks for Wave’s programs and operations worldwide
Conduct and enhance Wave’s IP-related processes and protections, including portfolio reviews and long-range planning, patent review committee, invention disclosures, pre-publication review, and drafting/review of IP-related contract provisions
Review proposed publications and presentations for potential impact on patent portfolio
Lead IP due diligence, technology assessments and freedom-to-operate analyses in potential strategic transactions (including strategic partnerships, licensing and financing), as well as supervise outside counsel in the same
Anticipate future business, competitive and legal risks, and identify creative solutions and opportunities
Perform freedom-to-operate analyses and opinion work
Stay current with relevant laws, developments and practices; educate and advise colleagues on issues, developments and competitive landscape

Contact
To apply, please visit their website: www.waveliffesciences.com.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: Cambridge, Massachusetts

Trademark / I.P. Litigation Attorney – Law Firm – Nationwide or Telecommute

January 22, 2018- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Midwest, - US - Northeast, - US - Northwest, - US - NYC, - US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - Southwest, - US - Telecommute, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Paralegal / Legal Secretary, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution, Work - Regulatory

Loza & Loza, LLP is seeking a Trademark/IP Litigation Attorney.

Patent Attorney or Agent (FT or PT) – Small Law Firm – Allentown, Pa.

January 10, 2018- US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Design IP, a small intellectual property boutique law firm located in Allentown, Pennsylvania, seeks a patent attorney or agent to join our thriving practice.

Initial skills needed for success in this position:

Interact with inventors, analyze patentability and clearance issues, and draft polished, well-written patent applications that take into account the applicable legal standards and the clients commercial/business needs.
Analyze Office Actions, make clear and concise recommendations for further action, and prepare well-reasoned and organized responses with appropriate legal citations (including examiner interviews, where appropriate).
Perform infringement and clearance analysis and prepare initial drafts of opinions.
Be comfortable with a wide range of technologies, including mechanical, electro-mechanical, process chemical, and computer-implemented inventions.
1+ years of law firm patent preparation and prosecution experience under the supervision of an experienced patent practitioner is required (2-4 years preferred). Applicants with all technical backgrounds will be considered. Electrical or chemical background is a plus.

We have a robust practice that includes a wide range of technical disciplines and a diverse client base, ranging from individuals to Fortune 500 companies. Although patent preparation and prosecution will be an area of emphasis for this position, there will be opportunities to work in nearly all areas of intellectual property law, including trademark preparation and prosecution, IP opinions and agreements, IP transactions, and IP litigation. We strive to hire and develop well-rounded attorneys who become trusted legal advisers the clients served by our firm.

Our patent professionals choose their own work/life balance. Our minimum billing expectation for full time attorneys/agents is 1500 hours per year, and we welcome experienced attorneys or agents who prefer a flexible or part-time schedule. Base salaries are based on expected billings and bonuses are paid on a percentage basis for additional billings. We offer benefits including retirement, health insurance and disability.

We also offer the lifestyle benefits of the Lehigh Valley, including short commute times (less than 15 minutes for most of our staff), reasonable cost of living, excellent public and parochial schools, close proximity to Philadelphia, New York and Washington, DC, and minor league hockey and baseball teams. This is a great place to live and raise a family.

Contact
Feel free to apply through LinkedIn or via email to recruiting@designip.com. When applying to this position, please include a cover letter, resume and writing samples. Writing samples must include at least one patent application for which you drafted the specification and claims and a substantive Office action response. A legal brief (such as a motion for summary judgment) would also be helpful.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Allentown, Pennsylvania

I.P. Paralegal – Large Corporation – King of Prussia, Pa.

December 29, 2017- US - Northeast, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Paralegal / Legal Secretary

arkema Based at Arkema’s Corporate Offices and R&D Center in King of Prussia, PA, the Paralegal focuses on the delivery of high-quality, cost-effective legal services to the Senior Vice President & General Counsel, Deputy General Counsel - Intellectual Property, and patent and trademark services to the Intellectual Property Attorneys, their clients and projects as assigned. This position requires knowledge of legal, patent and trademark procedures, processes and terminology. The Paralegal, who will be part of a two person team, must be proficient with the filing process for intellectual property matters, as well as other procedures in the Intellectual Property area. Part-time applicants will be considered.

Specific job activities include (but are not limited to):

Maintain patent and trademark databases and dockets for all pending and granted patents & trademarks, including constructing and generating reports requested by attorneys and business units.
Maintain Intellectual Property support: review and recommend activities, technologies or processes to enhance productivity and reduce costs.
Review, docket and assignment of correspondence from the U.S. and foreign patent offices worldwide. Deliver correspondences to appropriate attorney and make suggestions, when appropriate, on required response.
Correspond with foreign agents on various patent matters including responsibility of all patent annuities.
Review patent family files for examination reports and prior art citations. Provide foreign agents with results of the foregoing. Instruct Administrative Assistants to prepare and file supplemental information disclosure statements with the U.S. Patent Office based on foreign examination reports.
Review formal papers for new patent applications to be filed in U.S. Patent Office for completeness and accuracy.
Keep abreast of changes to patent and trademark laws to maintain knowledge of changes in the administrative procedures required.
Manage the docketing of invention disclosures.
Assist with divestiture, acquisition, name change and assignment matters as they relate to intellectual property.
Prepare the Intellectual Property Department Monthly Report.
Provide information to business units regarding budgeting of patents and trademarks.
Initiate and carry out the foreign filing process, including the filing of foreign patent applications. Correspond and follow-up with business unit management and foreign agents.
Handle the payment of annuities required to maintain Foreign Patent portfolios.
Monitor and request funding for USPTO Deposit Account.
Perform trademark searches and provide opinions on availability to the business units.
File new trademark applications worldwide and renew of existing registrations.
Prepare responses and documents required for responding to trademark office actions worldwide.
Review Trademark Gazettes and watch service notices for possible infringements of trademarks.
Assist outside counsel in trademark infringement proceedings.
Maintain the title of trademarks in the U.S. and worldwide, including recording name changes and assignments.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Associate's degree with a minimum of 5 years of intellectual property paralegal experience OR High school diploma with a minimum of 10 years of intellectual property paralegal experience
Paralegal certificate preferred
Position requires an independent, self-motivated & flexible individual with strong communication skills and the ability to interface effectively with individuals at various levels, both within and outside the company
Proficiency in Word, Excel and Access, CaseTrack and other intellectual property management software
Business process knowledge: Legal, Business Administration and technology systems
Excellent grammar and spelling; accurate typing and proofreading; proven PC skills
Ability to act with discretion in handling confidential information
Professional image and accountability required.

Contact
To apply, please visit this website: https://career5.successfactors.eu/sfcareer/jobreqcareer?jobId=27821&company=ARKEMA&username=.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: King of Prussia, Pennsylvania

Counsel, I.P. or Senior Patent Agent – Large Corporation – Florham Park, N.J. or Tarrytown, N.Y.

December 11, 2017- US - Northeast, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Work - Intellectual Property

basf BASF is seeking a Counsel, I.P. or Senior Patent Agent. Responsibilities include managing a global patent portfolio in line with the Global IP Strategy, including:

Obtain robust patent protection for critical technologies and products with limited to no supervision.
Act as IP project leader for individual research projects, global business units, and operating divisions; identify and articulate opportunities for patent protection; and develop, advocate, and implement patent strategies.
Lead patent portfolio reviews with business units and operating divisions.
Independently draft, file, and prosecute patent applications before the USPTO, including conducting examiner interviews and negotiations with the agency, with limited or no supervision.
Directly manage and provide detailed filing and prosecution instructions and drafts to U.S. and foreign patent counsel.
Prepare and manage the patent portfolio budget, aligning with business unit and operating division goals, and proactively seeking cost saving measures without compromising quality or patent scope.
Conduct competitive analysis of patent portfolios with a detailed understanding of BASF products and technical developments.
Provide training on IP issues to R&D and business colleagues.
Provide patentability advice with limited to no supervision, conduct (under direction and supervision of counsel) analyses, including infringement and validity assessments, and perform landscape analyses.
Support patent-related due diligence for commercial transactions, such as collaborations and licensing.
Effectively communicate with IP colleagues, businesses (e.g., IP Managers, management, R&D) in Germany and other global sites at all levels in the organization, regarding patent matters, departmental and overall BASF processes, and to proactively address other concerns.

Ingredients for Success: What We Look for in You…

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Arts or a related discipline; advanced degree preferred.
A minimum of 8 years of relevant work experience on Intellectual Property and/or legal teams.
Registration before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
In-depth understanding of US patent law, and general knowledge of foreign patent laws, including Europe and Asia.
Self-starter as well as team player, working well with other patent practitioners and support staff.
Excellent organizational, communication, and writing skills.
Ability to work effectively in a changing environment, prioritize demands, and use keen judgment.
Proficiency in working with intellectual asset management software (e.g., Anaqua), the USPTO Electronic Filing System (EFS), and PAIR.
Experience in the chemical industry, particularly related to catalysts (e.g. emission catalysts) and related devices.
Background in a corporate environment preferred, including experience working with various functional groups, building strong and enduring relationships.
Experience in intellectual property post-grant procedures and litigation.
Transactional and contract experience, particularly as it relates to protection of intellectual property and due diligence.
Practical laboratory experience in chemistry or a related field.

Relocation assistance is available for this position.

Contact
To apply, please visit this website: https://on.basf.com/2yPhfNj.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Florham Park, New Jersey or Tarrytown, New York

High Tech Patent Agent (EE/CS) – Large Law Firm – Boston, Mass. (Updated)

November 22, 2017- US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical

Mintz Levin is looking for a Patent Agent in the high tech area to join our Intellectual Property practice in our Boston office.

Patent Agent / Technical Specialist – Small Law Firm – Multiple Locations

November 20, 2017- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Midwest, - US - Northeast, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Work - Patent Prosecution

McNeill Baur PLLC, a certified woman-owned biotech and pharma-focused IP boutique, has a unique opportunity for a technical specialist or patent agent. Primary responsibilities include drafting applications, responses to office actions for US and foreign applications, and supporting attorneys in the technical aspects of opinions and other counseling projects.

Patent Agent (E.E. / C.S. / Prosecution) – Large Law Firm – Multiple Locations

November 9, 2017- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Northeast, - US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Polsinelli, a top AmLaw 100 national law firm, is seeking highly-qualified and motivated patent agent for our Intellectual Property practice. The position will be based in Denver, Houston, DC, San Francisco, Silicon Valley or Boston. Ideal candidates will have relevant legal experience and a degree in electrical engineering or computer science. Candidates should have excellent academic credentials, experience in a law firm or similar environment and superior writing, communication and problem-solving skills. Relocation support is available for highly qualified candidates.