Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Manchester, N.H.

November 7, 2017- US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Finch & Maloney PLLC is currently seeking lateral associates with electrical engineering, computer science, and physics degrees for its patent prosecution practice in Manchester, New Hampshire, which is conveniently located approximately a one hour drive from the White Mountains, ocean beaches, and Boston. All positions require excellent writing ability, attention to detail, USPTO registration, state bar, and a minimum of 2 years of patent prosecution experience. Candidates with pre-law engineering work experience are preferred. Experience in any of semiconductor process and packaging, image processing, and communication systems is a major plus. Say goodbye to your long commute, and join us to work with experienced attorneys and exciting technology in a client-focused and collegial environment.

Director, Intellectual Property – Education – Boston, Mass.

October 30, 2017- US - Northeast, Emp - Educational, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate

suffolk Suffolk University Law School is seeking qualified candidates to consider for the Director of Intellectual Property position. The Director will be responsible for pursuing partnerships, both locally and nationally, with corporations, law firms and other institutions of higher education. The goals of the partnerships are to provide opportunities for additional IP internships, jobs, and skills-based experiences; funding for programmatic initiatives; the development of impactful conferences and programs; and the growth of a student pipeline of technical specialists attending the Law School.

The Director will interface with volunteers and IP faculty members to continually evaluate and prioritize the Law School's goals in the IP area. The Director also will work to develop new programs that help to fit those goals and collaborate with the IP faculty on existing IP programs and activities, including administering and growing the online IP Certificate Program.

Primary/Principal Responsibilities:

Conference/Programs
• Develop and oversee conferences, events, and continuing legal education programs in IP law in consultation with the Law School's IP concentration directors
• Develop sponsorship programs for these events and create a financially sustainable model for the Law School's conference and events offerings

Student Recruitment
• In consultation with the Associate Dean of Admission, develop relationships with colleges with strong STEM programs, as well as law firms and other employers of technical specialists, to grow the number of technical specialists attending the Law School
• Assist the Dean of Admission on recruitment efforts in this area

Experiential/Employment Responsibilities
• In consultation with the Associate Dean for Professional & Career Development, provide practice area-specific career counseling to law students and recent graduates and serve as the Law School's liaison to legal employers to increase IP internship and postgraduate opportunities for current students and recent graduates

Marketing
• Assist with the marketing and communications of the Law School's IP programs in order to enhance the Law School's regional and national reputation in this area

Alumni Engagement/Fundraising/Budget
• Engage alumni who are practicing in IP law and educate them about the Law School's IP efforts
• Coordinate efforts of the Law School's IP Advisory Board
• Engage in fundraising, apply for grants, and seek corporate/law firm sponsorships to support the Law School's IP initiatives.
• Prepare and oversee a budget for the Law School's IP efforts

IP Certificate Program
• Grow the number of students in the online IP certificate program
• Provide administrative support for the certificate program and advise the director regarding program content

Requirements/Qualification:
• J.D. Degree and practice experience in the area of intellectual property law.
• Ability to work collaboratively with all stakeholders, including alumni and faculty members.
• Self-starter who is comfortable developing and implementing strategic plans.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel and Outlook).
• Strong administrative skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with ability to present information clearly, logically and concisely.
• Strong program development with a service orientation.

Attributes:
• Highly collaborative with strong communication skills.
• Innovative and creative: inspires and develops new approaches to addressing challenges and problems.
• Committed to diversity: establishes a climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for diversity of race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, medical condition, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, marital status, age, citizenship, or status as a covered veteran.
• Committed to community: contributes to climate of civility, honesty, cooperation, professionalism and fairness.

Other information:

Suffolk University Law School has a strong national reputation in intellectual property law. Current programs include a concentration in IP law and a patent law specialization. Students can take courses that explore the numerous facets of IP law as well as participate in an IP Law Clinic that represents traditionally underserved clients. The school's part-time evening program has traditionally attracted students with engineering and life science backgrounds who are interested in pursuing a career in patent law. Many of these students work as technical specialists for Boston-area law firms and are engaged in patent work while they attend law school. Because of these curricular strengths, Suffolk Law has more patent law partners in Boston-area law firms than any other law school.

Suffolk at a Glance

Suffolk University is a private, comprehensive, urban university located in the heart of downtown Boston. Our college green is the Boston Common. We are steps from dozens of historic sites including the Old State House, Faneuil Hall, and the Massachusetts State House. We have no real boundaries to our campus-Boston and Suffolk blend together.

Since 1906, Suffolk has been committed to creating an exceptional learning experience. Our vision is to be recognized as a dynamic institution that fosters engaged learning, rigorous scholarship, innovative thinking, and community collaboration across disciplines. We will ensure that Suffolk graduates are versatile and prepared for modern society and the new world market. We will provide rich curricula, experiential learning opportunities and professional mentoring through increased collaboration with alumni and community partners. We will recruit, mentor, and support a diverse faculty of teacher-scholars who are passionately committed to preparing our students to be leaders in the global community. We will inspire investment in a Suffolk community that is built on ethical, forward-thinking leadership, teamwork, and cooperation.

Suffolk University is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse community. We are actively seeking applicants from groups that might be under-represented because of race/color, gender, religion, real or perceived disability, and national origin or LBGTQ status.

See yourself here with our terrific benefits package. Benefits include, but are not limited to:
• Harvard Pilgrim medical/Delta Dental at low employee costs
• Retirement options including both Standard Retirement Plan (SRP) and Voluntary Tax Deferred Annuity (VTDAP). The University contributes 9% to your SRP when employees contribute 5% after eligibility guidelines have been met.
• All employees and faculty members who are at least half-time are eligible for the tuition free course benefit in the College of Arts and Sciences and in the Sawyer Business School. There are additional tuition benefits for spouses, domestic partners, and children.
• Generous time-off program. Vacation accrues monthly. Vacation for part-time employees is pro-rated based on the employees' regularly scheduled hours. Additional holidays are announced each year and are separate from the employee's vacation allowance.
• Pre-tax commuter benefit
• Discounted home and auto insurance

Suffolk University conducts Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) checks relative to prior criminal convictions and pending cases, as well as Sex Offender Registry Information (SORI) checks relative to prior sexual offenses committed as a contingent offer of employment for all positions. Suffolk University requires specific written authorization to conduct background checks. Failure to provide such authorization shall preclude candidates from being hired.

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Employer Type: Education
Job Location: Boston, Massachusetts

Biotech Associate / Counsel – Small Law Firm – Multiple Locations

October 11, 2017- US - Northeast, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Work - Patent Prosecution

McNeill Baur PLLC, a certified woman-owned biotech and pharma-focused IP boutique, has a unique opportunity for a biotech patent prosecution and counseling attorney with at least 5 years of relevant experience. McNeill Baur has been recognized as the 2017 IP Firm to Watch by LMG Life Sciences, recommended by LMG Life Sciences in the patent prosecution and patent strategy and management categories, and named 2016 and 2017 IP Star by Managing Intellectual Property (MIP).

Mechanical Patent Agent – Large Law Firm – Boston, Mass.

October 9, 2017- US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Mintz Levin is looking for a Patent Agent to join their Boston office. Patent Agents at Mintz Levin work side-by-side with attorneys in the Intellectual Property practice, utilizing their technical knowledge to enhance the firm’s capacity to serve our clients’ intellectual property needs.

Patent Agent – Law Firm – Philadelphia, Pa. or Wilmington, Del.

October 3, 2017- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Prosecution

panitch Panitch Schwarze Belisario & Nadel LLP is seeking a patent agent. The scientific advisor or patent agent will provide technical support and scientific expertise to assist with all aspects of patent protection, both US and foreign, focusing on the pharmaceutical and biotechnical arts. The scientific advisor will assist in searches and reviews for due diligence, patentability and freedom to operate analyses as well as the preparation, filing and prosecution of patent applications.

Trademark / I.P. Litigation Attorney – Law Firm – Multiple Locations

October 2, 2017- 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, Work - Patent Litigation

loza Loza & Loza LLP, a fast growing, and dynamic intellectual property practice is seeking a trademark/IP litigation attorney with a proven record of client development who is interested in a lateral move.

Biotech Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Multiple Locations

October 2, 2017- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Midwest, - US - Northeast, - US - Northwest, - US - NYC, - US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - Southwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Prosecution

loza Loza & Loza LLP, a fast-growing and dynamic intellectual property practice, is seeking a biotech/pharmaceutical patent attorney with a proven record of client development who is interested in a lateral move.

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

September 12, 2017- US - Northeast, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Chemical / Pharma

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 must be proficient with the filing process for intellectual property matters, as well as other procedures in the Intellectual Property area.

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

Monitor and assess the work of the Intellectual Property attorney administrative assistants and ensure that appropriate training is delivered.
Maintain CPA Memotech patent and IPManager 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.
Research patent and trademark laws throughout the world to maintain knowledge of changes in the administrative procedures required.
Manage the docketing, circulation and prioritization of invention disclosures.
Assist with divesture, acquisition, name change and assignment matters as they relate to intellectual property.
Prepare the Intellectual Property Department Monthly Report.
Assist business units with their international patent and trademark portfolios and provide information regarding budgeting to maintenance 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 required; Bachelor’s degree preferred;
Minimum of 5 years of paralegal experience with intellectual property;
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, Memotech 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; and
Professional image and accountability required.

Contact
To apply, please visit this website: https://career5.successfactors.eu/sfcareer/jobreqcareer?jobId=25761&company=ARKEMA&username=.

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

Materials Science / Mechanical Engineering I.P. Associate – Law Firm – Pittsburgh, Pa.

September 12, 2017- US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Any / Other, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

K&L Gates LLP is seeking a junior to midlevel associate to join the Intellectual Property practice in our dynamic Pittsburgh office. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Materials Science and Mechanical Engineering with 1-4 years of experience preparing and prosecuting patent applications. Candidates are recommended to be admitted to the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and must have a J.D. from an accredited law school as well as be admitted to practice and in good standing before one or more state bars. The associates will be involved in a variety of intellectual property matters, including those involving patent, trademark and copyright preparation, prosecution and counseling, licensing, opinion work and litigation support.

Candidates must be self-starters who possess the ability to work independently and as part of a team. We require strong academic credentials, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to providing the highest quality client service. Candidates will work closely with experienced lawyers who will provide active mentoring and opportunities to assume increasing levels of responsibility and client contact.

E.E. I.P. Associate – Law Firm – Pittsburgh, Pa.

September 12, 2017- US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Prosecution

K&L Gates LLP is seeking a junior to midlevel Electrical Engineering associate to join the Intellectual Property practice in our dynamic Pittsburgh office. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Electrical Engineering with 2-4 years of experience preparing and prosecuting patent applications. Candidates are recommended to be admitted to the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and must have a J.D. from an accredited law school as well as be admitted to practice and in good standing before one or more state bars. The associates will be involved in a variety of intellectual property matters, including those involving patent, trademark and copyright preparation, prosecution and counseling, licensing, opinion work and litigation support. Our IP lawyers seamlessly work for our clients in creating, developing, and leveraging patents, trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets, and other rights to protect intellectual property assets as valuable business assets.

Biotech Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Multiple Locations

September 1, 2017- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Midwest, - US - Northeast, - US - Northwest, - US - NYC, - US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - Southwest, - US - West, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Prosecution

loza Loza & Loza LLP, a fast growing, and dynamic intellectual property practice is seeking a biotech patent attorney with a proven record of client development who is interested in a lateral move.

Patent and Trademark Attorney – Law Firm – Ithaca, N.Y.

August 20, 2017- US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Any / Other, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Brown & Michaels, PC is seeking a registered U.S. patent attorney with 3+ years of patent preparation and prosecution experience. Our work includes patent prosecution, trademarks and opinion work. We work with of-counsel relationships for all litigation work. Our ideal candidate would have a computer science or electrical engineering and significant patent preparation and prosecution experience, but we are less concerned with a specific technical background than the variety and quality of the patent prosecution experience..

I.P. Property Associate / Patent Agent – Law Firm – Albany, N.Y.

August 16, 2017- US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Work - Patent Prosecution

heslin Heslin Rothenberg Farley & Mesiti P.C. has an immediate opening for an entry level Intellectual Property Associate/Patent Agent to join its Computer Science Group.

Patent Associate – Law Firm – Long Island, New York

July 31, 2017- US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

The Farrell Law Firm, P.C. is seeking a Patent Attorney who will be responsible for drafting and prosecuting patent applications in the electrical, computer and semiconductor arts, as well as occasionally preparing patentability, invalidity, infringement and freedom to operate analyses. The successful candidate must have at least a B.S. degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering and excellent communication skills. It is desirable for the candidate to have at least 3 years of patent prosecution experience in a law firm and to be registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Philadelphia, Pa.

July 25, 2017- US - Northeast, Tech - Any / Other, 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 chemical or mechanical technical qualifications and with portable business are preferred.

Associate / Counsel – Law Firm – Multiple Locations

July 12, 2017- US - Northeast, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Work - Patent Prosecution

McNeill Baur PLLC, a biotech and pharma-focused IP boutique, is looking for an associate or counsel with at least 5 years of experience in patent prosecution and counseling, including management of world-wide patent portfolios. Successful candidates must be admitted to practice before the USPTO. An advanced degree in a life science discipline is strongly preferred. We will consider candidates for both part-time and full-time positions, as well as candidates with significantly more experience. This attorney will support partners in multiple locations and must be comfortable working independently.

Senior Patent Agent – Large Corporation – South San Francisco, Calif. or Guilford, Conn.

June 12, 2017- US - Northeast, - US - Silicon Valley & SF, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. (NYSE: TMO) is the world leader in serving science, with revenues of $17 billion and 50,000 employees in 50 countries. Our mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We help our customers accelerate life sciences research, solve complex analytical challenges, improve patient diagnostics and increase laboratory productivity. Our five premier brands – Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, Invitrogen, Fisher Scientific and Unity Lab Services – offer an unmatched combination of innovative technologies, purchasing convenience and comprehensive support. For more information, please visit www.thermofisher.com

Thermo Fisher Scientific has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Patent Agent to join its Life Sciences Solutions Group at a site in the San Francisco Bay Area. This position will support the next-generation sequencing business. You will work closely with a diverse and talented group of researchers and engineers as well as a dynamic legal group, this position will help drive IP tactics and strategy for cutting-edge next-generation sequencing for research and clinical applications. Many different challenges and opportunities await the right candidate.

The Patent Agent will support a variety of IP initiatives, including: invention harvesting, patent preparation and prosecution, portfolio development and management, IP searching and/or landscaping, and support for freedom-to-operate analyses. Our Patent Agents are expected to develop an understanding of the business strategy for the groups they support to both inform the various IP initiatives as well as the underlying business decision-making processes. Further, agents actively participate in engaging and representing to the business the IP legal position on various opportunities that arise from this important work.

Technical areas of focus for this position include next-generation sequencing instruments, systems, and workflows.

Essential Qualifications:

Experience in invention harvesting, patent preparation and prosecution, portfolio development, and patent searching;
Excellent scientific and technical expertise;
Exceptional communication skills, both written and interpersonal, a collaborative instinct, and a high level of initiative; and
Registration to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.

Preferred Qualifications:

Four or more years of experience preparing and prosecuting U.S. and international patent applications (writing samples will be requested);
An advanced degree in a suitable engineering or scientific discipline; and a track record of success as a patent agent (ideally also including industry experience)

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Contact
To apply, please visit this website: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/ShowJob/Id/2457/Sr-Patent-Agent/.

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Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: South San Francisco, California or Guilford, Connecticut

Patent Agent – Small Corporation – Victor, N.Y.

June 1, 2017- US - Northeast, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Any / Other, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

LSI LSI SOLUTIONS located in beautiful Victor, New York, is a dynamic and growing medical device company dedicated to advancing minimally invasive therapeutics through research, development, manufacturing, and marketing of minimally invasive surgical instruments.

We have more than doubled in size over the last three years. Employing over 300 employees and still growing! Offering competitive salaries and benefits to all our full time employees.

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Summary: The Patent Agent I-II applies his/her experience, knowledge, organization skills, and communication skills to 1) prepare and file high-quality and timely patent applications with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) and U.S. Receiving Office; 2) coordinate regional and foreign national stage patent application filings with foreign agents; 3) vigorously and effectively prosecute pending patent applications; 4) ensure accurate docketing procedures and systems are followed and maintained; 5) effectively and efficiently search the prior art; and 6) work closely with LSI’s Intellectual Property Manager to facilitate and support intellectual property efforts. Activities will be of a scheduled and unscheduled nature. Travel may be required, but is not anticipated. This position may involve frequent & prolonged standing and some lifting.

Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities:

Prepare and file high-quality non-provisional and provisional utility patent applications with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) in a timely fashion as assigned.
Prepare and file high-quality ornamental design patent applications with the USPTO in a timely fashion as assigned.
Prepare and file high-quality international PCT patent applications with the U.S. Receiving Office in a timely fashion as assigned.
Develop and follow appropriate patent claim strategies and be able to communicate such strategies to internal clients/management proactively and as requested.
Actively research and identify intellectual property potential for new LSI technologies.
Perform due diligence and patent validity and infringement analyses on existing LSI patents and patents from other companies, as requested.
Vigorously and efficiently recommend and implement appropriate courses of action and responses to patent offices during patent application prosecution in a timely fashion and in line with LSI’s goals to help develop an intellectual property portfolio.
Effectively research prior art.
Advise pertinent staff regarding associated U.S. and PCT patent rules and regulations to adhere to in filing proceedings.
Understand appropriate forms needed to accompany U.S. and PCT patent-related submissions and how to correctly fill out such forms.
Correctly and efficiently work with the USPTO EFS-Web system when submitting U.S. and/or PCT documents.
Understand and work effectively with the USPTO Private-Pair System, Maintenance Fee Payment System, and Electronic Patent Assignment System.
Understand and use paper filing methods for patent-related submissions in the event that electronic methods are not available.
Follow processes to ensure effective compliance with duty of disclosure for relevant pending U.S. patent applications.
Understand all docketing considerations for various stages in U.S. and PCT prosecution, and be able to apply such knowledge to ensure docket system entries are correctly made by administrative staff, advising appropriate corrections and courses of action as needed to help maintain an effective docketing check-and-balance system for docketing accuracy.
Correspond with foreign agents for patent matters and assist with foreign filings and prosecution where applicable.
Communicate effectively with the USPTO and relevant examiners and boards.
Organize and prioritize numerous tasks and complete them under time constraints and in an efficient and cost effective manner.
Interact professionally with clients, lawyers, and employees at all levels and provide information with ordinary courtesy and tact while safeguarding confidentiality.
Follow docketing and filing procedures for patent matters to ensure consistent and accurate tracking of related deadlines and activities.
Ensure patent maintenance and annuity fees are authorized by company management and paid in a timely fashion.
Responsibly and effectively utilize the USPTO financial manager for U.S. and PCT patent transactions.
Work effectively with an assigned mentor/manager on the above responsibilities, receptively implementing suggestions and constructive feedback provided by the assigned mentor/manager. Level of mentoring will vary, depending on demonstrated knowledge and experience.
Understand and interpret 2D drawings and 3D CAD models, as well as actual prototypes, and ask appropriate questions of inventors, engineers, and/or designers to obtain a thorough understanding of LSI technology.
Attend labs where technology under development is being tested to gain more understanding of how the technology is used.
Perform other related duties and projects as business needs require at direction of management.

Recommended Skills:

Thorough knowledge of U.S. Patent Laws, Rules, and Examination Procedures.
Thorough knowledge of PCT Rules and Procedures.
Demonstrated technical proficiency.
Ability to identify and understand novel mechanisms and processes.
Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
Excellent attention to detail.
Excellent persuasion skills and ability to think logically.
Trustworthy.
Receptive to training and constructive criticism.
Works independently, but is comfortable asking questions and receiving direction.
Extremely organized.
Enjoys reading.
Ability to multi-task and manage time.
Flexibility and dedication to work towards time-sensitive deadlines.
Adept with Microsoft Windows and MS-Office 2010/2013 (specifically with MS-Word, MS-Outlook, and MS-Excel).
Expert at deciphering mechanical drawings.
Proficiency with AutoCAD 2-D drafting software and/or AutoCAD Inventor software is a plus.

Recommended Experience:

Two-to-five years patent prosecution experience. Receipt of patent application drafting and prosecution mentorship at a law firm or in-house is a plus.
Previous experience as an engineer and/or scientist is a plus.

Recommended Education:

Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline.
Concentration in mechanical or biomedical engineering or equivalent work experience is preferred.
Coursework in and/or understanding of human anatomy is a plus.

Licensing:

Registered patent agent at the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Sitting, standing, and/or walking for up to eight hours per day.
Frequently required to lift and/or carry from 1-5 lbs., occasionally 25-30 lbs.
Frequently required to push and/or pull from 1-2 lbs., occasionally 10-20 lbs.
Routine use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
Occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl.
Regularly required to talk and/or hear, see, see color, handle/reach, and perform repetitive motion.
Able to occasionally travel commercially.

Contact
To apply, please email EShelp@LSISolutions.com.

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Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: Victor, New York

IP Litigation Associate – Law Firm – Wilmington, Del.

May 9, 2017- US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

panitch Panitch Schwarze Belisario & Nadel LLP is seeking an entry-level (1 – 3 years) Intellectual Property Litigation Associate to join our growing IP Litigation practice. The ideal candidate will have an understanding of patent prosecution and a strong interest in IP litigation including legal research, document review, pleadings, discovery, and depositions, drafting briefs, arguing motions (including in limine motions) and pre-trial orders. Candidate should also have an interest in patent prosecution and intellectual property due diligence.

Senior Consultant (IP) – Small Corporation – Boston, Mass.

May 5, 2017- US - Northeast, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Computer Science

Stroz Friedberg, an Aon Company, is seeking a Senior Consultant to work in its Intellectual Property department.

The Senior Consultant opportunity works within and in support of the Intellectual Property department. The Senior Consultant will be responsible for working at the direction of leaders in the department to perform daily tasks associated with Intellectual Property client engagements. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a balance between subject matter expertise, initiative, accuracy, self-motivation, organization, and articulate & precise communications. Honesty, professionalism, and creativity are important traits for success in this role.

Tasks & Responsibilities

Investigate current or historical software or hardware to determine capabilities and functions, based on reviewing documentation, source code, schematics, and articles, and/or performing testing and analysis.
Search public databases of academic and technical literature to identify relevant historical disclosures of techniques.
Review and critique specifications and claims of issued patents and patent applications.
Read and analyze computer source code, systems, prior art and data to identify particular features or characteristics.
Create or modify scripts to process structured and unstructured data.
Configure and maintain hardware and software systems (Linux, Macintosh, and Windows).
Identify and solve technical issues and understand complex systems.
Concisely and correctly communicate results to colleagues both orally and in writing.
Take ownership of assigned analysis, working within budget and timelines.

Technical Requirements
The ideal candidate will have basic programming experience (in C/C++; Shell scripting, Java, Assembly languages, Python, or other languages), as well as multiple of the skills listed below:

Experience with Linux/Unix, Web languages, SQL/Database, Django
Knowledge of Microsoft languages and frameworks
Server, Database, and/or network file system administration
Install and debug hardware, ability to rack & stack servers
Virtualization, automated OS installation, networking and network security
Knowledge of Computer Science theory

Work/Education Preferred

2-4 years of relevant experience.
Bachelor’s degree is required in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics or similar disciplines.

Contact
To apply, visit this link: https://www.strozfriedberg.com/careers/employment-listings/?p=job%2FoSIv4fwT.

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