Patent Engineer / Analyst – Law Firm – Remote

June 27, 2015- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Midwest, - US - Northeast, - US - Northwest, - US - NYC, - US - Southwest, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Work - Licensing / Other Corporate

IP Edge LLC is seeking a Patent Engineer / Analyst. Tired of your daily commute? Getting burned out with a billable hour requirement? Want to break into the field of patent monetization? IP Edge has an opportunity for a creative, entrepreneurial spirited IP professional interested in working on patent licensing and monetization.

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Canton, Mass.

June 24, 2015- US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Daly, Crowley, Mofford & Durkee, LLP, a midsize IP firm located south of Boston in Canton, MA seeks a patent attorney having an Electrical Engineering degree with at least 3 years of analog and digital mixed signal circuit design experience and/or with RF design experience. At least two years of patent prosecution experience preferred. Firm attorneys work in a wide range of interesting technology areas for large and small corporate, institutional and individual clients. Compensation and benefits competitive with Boston area.

Technical Analyst – Small Corporation – Stamford, Conn.

June 19, 2015- US - Northeast, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Any / Other, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Paralegal / Legal Secretary

Patent Properties is seeking an experienced Technical Analyst. We are a well-funded startup with an all-star team founded by Jay Walker (founder of Priceline.com), and we’re looking for A-players to help us bring an innovative patent licensing marketplace from concept to reality. If working with an incredible team to build something truly disruptive that can solve a huge problem for society at large sounds interesting to you, let’s talk. This is a great opportunity to get in on the ground floor of something special.

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Pittsburgh, Pa. (Updated)

June 15, 2015- US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

The Webb Law Firm, a fast-growing Pittsburgh-based intellectual property law firm with a long-standing history, is seeking qualified candidates holding a Bachelor of Science degree (advanced Chemistry degree preferred), a J.D. from an accredited law school, and 4-7 years of experience as an IP attorney. Industry experience is a plus.

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Boston, Mass. or New York, N.Y.

June 4, 2015- US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Work - Patent Prosecution

Pearl Cohen is seeking a patent attorney to work in either Boston, Mass. or New York, N.Y. The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. in biotechnology, molecular biology, immunology or a related discipline and 3-6 years of experience as a patent agent or attorney. The ideal candidate will also have experience drafting and prosecuting patent applications, working directly with clients on portfolio management and strategy, drafting opinions, and conducting due diligence.

Associate Attorney – Law Firm – Allentown, Pa.

May 26, 2015- US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Design IP seeks an experienced patent attorney to join our practice who shares our commitment to excellence.

Over the last eleven years, Design IP has built a reputation for excellence and has grown into the premier Lehigh Valley-based IP law practice. We have a diverse and well-rounded client base.

The position will involve patent preparation and prosecution (in a wide variety of technical disciplines, including the chemical and mechanical arts), trademark preparation and prosecution, intellectual property opinions and agreements, and some intellectual property litigation.

Success factors for this position

Craft utility patent applications, Office Action responses, and patent-related opinions (patentability, infringement, FTO) that meet the demanding quality expectations of sophisticated clients;
Quickly acquire a comfort level with new technologies; and
Accurately and efficiently analyze legal issues, make recommendations, and clearly & concisely communicate your analysis and recommendations in writing.

Although technical skills, such as utility patent claim drafting and Office action analysis are critical to success in this position, there will be opportunities for projects in all aspects of IP law. For attorneys who wish to do so, our firm also provides an environment that is conducive to developing new business.

Our attorneys choose their own work/life balance. Our minimum billing expectation is 1500 hours per year. Base salaries are based on expected billings and bonuses are paid on a percentage basis for all excess billings. We also offer benefits including retirement, health insurance and disability.

Contact
If you are interested in joining our team, please e-mail a cover letter, resume and writing sample in confidence to recruiting@designip.com. An example of a published patent application for which you drafted the specification and claims, a substantive Office action response, and a legal brief (such as a motion for summary judgment) are preferred as writing samples. Please include in your cover letter an explanation of your interest in our firm and the Lehigh Valley.

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

Patent Attorney – Large Corporation – Tarrytown, N.Y.

April 21, 2015- US - Northeast, - US - NYC, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate

Regeneron, a leading science-based biopharmaceutical company, is seeking an attorney who will help to develop strategies for expanding its patent portfolio around key molecules, platforms and other technologies to ensure its long-term competitive advantage.

The attorney will also advise on emerging legal issues, including monitoring and reviewing case law and legislative developments, and be expected to contribute to administrative and legal projects intended to develop an IP Department displaying the highest legal and ethical standards.

Responsibilities

Conducting strategic IP due diligence, including analyzing Regeneron’s IP portfolio as well as the portfolios of our competitors and potential collaborators;
Identifying opportunities for expanding Regeneron’s IP position;
Contributing to the negotiation and drafting of license, collaboration and other IP agreements; and
Working closely with Regeneron’s scientists and patent prosecution attorneys to identify and track new inventions and technologies.

Requirements

Exceptional communication skills, including presentation, interpersonal, writing and conflict resolution.
Ability to independently oversee legal matters, manage the use of outside legal counsel and work collaboratively with other personnel at Regeneron.
Ability to set aggressive deadlines, handle multiple complex legal matters and see projects through to conclusion.

Education and Experience

Juris Doctorate and admitted to practice in at least one state, New York preferred.
4-7 years’ in-house and/or law firm experience.
Ph.D. in biological sciences required, immunology a plus.
Registered to practice before the US Patent and Trademark Office.
Ideal candidate will have a broad range of patent-related legal expertise. Experience in patent preparation and prosecution, IP due diligence and strategic counseling required. Experience in licensing, patent litigation and drug regulatory affairs a plus.

This is an opportunity to join our select team that is already leading the way in the Pharmaceutical/Biotech industry. Apply today and learn more about Regeneron ís unwavering commitment to combining good science & good business.

To all agencies: Please, no phone calls or emails to any employee of Regeneron about this opening. All resumes submitted by search firms/employment agencies to any employee at Regeneron via-email, the internet or in any form and/or method will be deemed the sole property of Regeneron, unless such search firms/employment agencies were engaged by Regeneron for this position and a valid agreement with Regeneron is in place. In the event a candidate who was submitted outside of the Regeneron agency engagement process is hired, no fee or payment of any kind will be paid.

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

Contact
Apply online by visiting this link: http://jobs.regeneron.com/tarrytown-ny/patent-attorney/0FA6A06CBFC94AA9AB9ABC415D6B170C/job/.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Tarrytown, New York

Known for its scientific and operational excellence, Regeneron is a leading science-based biopharmaceutical company that discovers, invents, develops, manufactures, and commercializes medicines for the treatment of serious medical conditions. Regeneron markets medicines for eye diseases, colorectal cancer, and a rare inflammatory condition and has product candidates in development in other areas of high unmet medical need, including hypercholesterolemia, oncology, rheumatoid arthritis, allergic asthma, and atopic dermatitis.

Patent Technical Specialist – Large Corporation – York, Pa.

April 18, 2015- US - Northeast, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical

DENTSPLY is seeking a Patent Technical Specialist. Reporting to the Director of Patents, this position will be responsible for assisting with the Patent Section of the DENTSPLY Legal Department in its performance of tasks related to protecting and enforcing Company intellectual property patent rights.

Essential Duties

Receive and review invention disclosure documents; interact with inventors as needed to complete the disclosures for purposes of patenting and/or freedom to operate opinions.
Conduct state-of-the-art, patentability, validity and patent landscaping searches as assigned by the Director of Patents
Maintain the Legal Department Patent Docket database, including creating new case entries; posting incoming Official Actions; daily review of upcoming due dates and interaction with the Patent Lawyers regarding the same; and, monitoring and periodic reporting of patent expiration dates
Maintain the Patent Maintenance Fee database including interacting with responsible business persons to obtain authorization for payment of the fees.
Interact with Strategic Business Unit (SBU) R&D personnel to monitor, track and report the status of individual projects.
Facilitate electronic filing in U.S. Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO) and Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT).
Maintain corporate patent watches including ongoing competitor watches.
Litigation assistance, especially discovery matters including locating, obtaining, reviewing and/or discussing development documents with SBU, corporate Legal, and outside counsel.

Guiding Principles

Continually seek and embrace process improvements.
Committing to a professional relationship with all associates and customers.
Understanding that all internal and external contacts are our customers.
Commit/aspire toward having an expert-level knowledge base in Accolade and sharing this knowledge with the users.
Complying with all regulatory requirements and DENTSPLY core values and policies.
Providing timely and accurate information and solutions.

Qualifications

Moderate to advance experience with Microsoft Office suite required.
Strong interpersonal skills with a proven ability to work effectively with all levels of an organization.
Motivated self-starter with strong communication, organization and multi-tasking abilities.
Ability to meet deadlines.

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s Degree in science, engineering or related discipline or equivalent combination of education and experience.
A minimum of one year of patent experience or general knowledge of patent examination required.

DENTSPLY is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Contact
To apply, please visit this link: https://career012.successfactors.eu/career?company=DENTSPLY. We appreciate your interest in DENTSPLY International. If you need assistance with completing the online application due to a disability, please send an accommodation request to careers@dentsply.com. Please be sure to include “Accommodation Request” in the subject.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: York, Pennsylvania

How does it feel knowing that DENTSPLY International; the premier dental company in six continents with over 12,000 employees around the globe, the world-wide industry leader in innovation and technology is looking for you to join the team? At DENTSPLY International, we do not hire employees, but true business partners who will live the DENTSPLY vision: Always First in dentistry; delivering world-class dental products with world-class precision and technology. DENTSPLY’s broad global product platform helps dental professionals serve patient’s oral health care for a lifetime, from preventative services to tooth replacement. Our products range from general dental consumables and laboratory products to products supporting the dental specialty markets of orthodontics, endodontics and implants. With a presence in more than 120 countries, our geographic footprint virtually mirrors the dental market. This position is located within our Corporate Headquarters. Please visit our website for additional information. Our Corporate headquarters is located in York, Pennsylvania. Offering the cultural attractions of a big city and the down-home charm of a small town, York, PA is an extraordinary place to live, work and play. York is located in south-central Pennsylvania and is within 25 miles of Gettysburg and Lancaster, 45 miles of Baltimore and Hershey, and 100 miles of Washington, DC and Philadelphia. Engrained with a rich history and heritage and becoming one of the fastest growing cities in Pennsylvania, York is a place where the past and the present comfortably coexist.

Patent Agent – Law Firm – Pittsburgh, Pa.

April 9, 2015- US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

The Pittsburgh office of Fox Rothschild LLP seeks a patent agent having at least 2 years of experience. All candidates must have an Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering degree and a license to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). USPTO examining experience or advanced degree preferred. Responsibilities will include a patent prosecution docket, patent application writing, as well as general patent research. Excellent writing and oral advocacy skills are required, as part of responsibilities also include personal interviews before USPTO examiners and appearances before the Board of Appeals. EOE. We are currently not accepting resumes from search firms for this position.

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Waltham, Mass.

March 19, 2015- US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Work - Patent Prosecution, Work - Regulatory

Morse, Barnes-Brown & Pendleton, P.C., a respected corporate and IP law firm, is seeking a mid-level to senior Patent Attorney with substantial experience (4-7 years) in patent prosecution and client counseling in biotechnology-related fields to join our successful and growing patent practice.

Associate – Law Firm – Flexible Location (Remote)

March 12, 2015- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Midwest, - US - Northeast, - US - Northwest, - US - NYC, - US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - Southwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Kennedy Lenart Spraggins LLP is seeking a registered U.S. patent attorney to join our growing patent practice as an associate. KLS is located in Austin, Texas, but the preferred candidate may work remotely. Primary responsibilities include preparing and prosecuting patent applications. Requirements for an ideal candidate include a B.S. or higher degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering and significant patent preparation and prosecution experience.

Patent Counsel – Large Corporation – Princeton, N.J.

March 8, 2015- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Northeast, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Prosecution

Technicolor is seeking two Patent Attorneys to join our team. These roles focus on:

Reviewing R&D projects, invention disclosures and prior art to propose actions for protecting the Group's intellectual property.
Preparation, filing and prosecution of patent applications, including appeals to obtain valuable patents for licensing needs.
Providing patent support to the licensing organization through marking process and patent talks and to the business units.

We typically work on the following technologies therefore you will need some experience with:

audio and video technology including compression/codecs;
streaming media;
user interfaces;
mobile devices; and
embedded software

You must have demonstrated patent expertise in filing and prosecution and/or licensing support and generally at least 4 years of patent counsel professional experience.

US Patent Attorney strongly preferred.

The above are minimum requirements. Resumes from more experienced candidates are welcome. Compensation and responsibilities will depend on experience/qualifications.

Contact
To apply, please visit this link: https://job-opportunities-technicolor.icims.com/jobs/2953/patent-counsel/job?mode=view&mobile=false&width=920&height=500&bga=true&needsRedirect=false&jan1offset=-480&jun1offset=-420.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Princeton, New Jersey

Technicolor is home to industry-leading creative and technology professionals committed to the creation, management and delivery of entertainment content to consumers around the world. Propelled by a culture of innovation and underpinned by a dedicated research organization, the company’s thriving licensing business possesses an extensive intellectual property portfolio focused on imaging and sound technologies. Serving motion picture, television, and other media clients, the company is a leading provider of high-end visual effects, animation, and post-production services. In support of network service providers and broadcasters globally, Technicolor ranks among the world leading suppliers of digital content delivery services and home access devices, including set-top-boxes and gateways. The company also remains a large physical media service provider, being one of the world’s largest film processors and independent manufacturers and distributors of DVDs and Blu-ray discs™.

Patent Attorney / Agent – Law Firm – Multiple Locations

March 5, 2015- US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Hiscock & Barclay, LLP, a 210-attorney law firm, with 30 practice offerings and ten offices throughout New York State and the Northeast, is seeking experienced patent attorneys and patent agents to join its Upstate New York offices or Boston office, and its growing Intellectual Property practice, which provides legal services to an impressive array of clients, including several Fortune 100 companies. Qualified candidates must have a minimum of 3 years of experience, including drafting and prosecuting patent applications. While all technical disciplines will be considered, candidates will preferably possess an undergraduate or advanced degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, physics or life sciences. USPTO registration is required.

IP Litigation Attorney – Law Firm – Orangeburg, New York

March 3, 2015- US - Northeast, - US - NYC, Emp - Law Firm, Work - Patent Litigation

Notaro, Michalos & Zaccaria, P.C., an intellectual property boutique, is looking for a litigator with at least 5 years of experience for its Orangeburg (Rockland County), New York office to undertake responsibilities in a wide range of litigation matters involving patents, trademarks and unfair competition, false advertising, copyright, trade secrets and idea theft.

Sr. Patent Agent – Small Corporation – Billerica, Mass.

February 28, 2015- US - Northeast, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate

RainDance Technologies is seeking a Patent Agent who will have overall responsibility for drafting and prosecuting of our patent portfolio, and for maintaining related internal records and analyses. The Patent Agent works directly with outside patent counsel (which is responsible for docketing and for strategic review and other aspects of patent prosecution). The position reports to the VP Intellectual Property. The Patent Agent works with the VP Intellectual Property and the CTO to identify and develop inventions for development into patent applications, and, together with the CEO, to develop strategies for patent development and in-licensing. The Patent Agent works directly with scientists and engineers, as well as marketing and sales people, at RainDance to ensure that patent prosecution addresses high-value commercial areas and anticipates market needs as well as technological developments and opportunities.

Associate Attorney (EE) – Law Firm – Pittsburgh, Pa.

February 28, 2015- US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

The Webb Law Firm, a fast-growing Pittsburgh-based intellectual property law firm with a long-standing history, is seeking associate candidates with a technical background in Electrical Engineering and / or Computer Science. The firm is seeking qualified candidates holding at least a Bachelor of Science degree, a J.D. from an accredited law school, and a minimum of 2-5 years of experience as an IP attorney. Industry experience, or experience in software development for web-based applications, mobile devices, Internet or social media is a plus.

Associate Attorney (CS) – Law Firm – Pittsburgh, Pa.

February 28, 2015- US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

The Webb Law Firm, a fast-growing Pittsburgh-based intellectual property law firm with a long-standing history, is seeking associate candidates with a technical background in Computer Science and / or Electrical Engineering. The firm is seeking qualified candidates holding at least a Bachelor of Science degree, a J.D. from an accredited law school, and a minimum of 2-5 years of experience as an IP attorney. Industry experience, or experience in software development for web-based applications, mobile devices, Internet or social media is a plus.

Patent Associate – Law Firm – Hartford, Conn.

February 20, 2015- US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Prosecution

Cantor Colburn LLP is seeking an attorney or patent agent with a degree in chemical engineering to preferably work in the firm’s Hartford, Connecticut headquarters office.

Patent Agent or Patent Associate – Law Firm – Philadelphia, Pa. or Boston, Mass.

February 19, 2015- US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Any / Other, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Saul Ewing LLP is seeking Patent Agent or Associate with 1-6 years of experience drafting and prosecuting patent applications in the biotechnology field, with particular expertise in molecular biology and immunology, or pharmaceutical/organic chemistry. Candidates must have a Ph.D. in some aspect of molecular biology and immunology or organic chemistry and be admitted to practice before the USPTO.

IP Litigation Attorney – Law Firm – Syracuse, N.Y.

February 12, 2015- US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Hiscock & Barclay, LLP, a 210-attorney law firm, with 30 practice offerings and ten offices throughout New York State and the Northeast, is seeking an IP litigation attorney with four or more years of experience in patent litigation. Prior experience must include some or all of the following: drafting Markman or summary judgment briefs, taking and defending expert or inventor depositions, and appearances in Court to argue substantive motions. It is not a requirement that the candidate be admitted to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (PTO), but the candidate must be able to read and understand patents and their file histories on his or her own, and needs to be generally familiar with PTO practice and procedure both in connection with original prosecution and post grant procedures. The submission of a writing sample for which the candidate was the primary author, preferably on substantive patent law or related issues, is required before an interview will be scheduled.