IP Attorney – Large Corporation – Holmdel, N.J.

November 18, 2009- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Northeast, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Note: Link to application was incorrect. Please see updated contact information.

Vonage is seeking an IP attorney for its Holmdel, N.J. headquarters. The IP attorney provides independent IP legal advice to the company, oversees prosecution of the Company’s patent and trademark portfolio, supports and manages outside IP counsel, implements and is a champion of the company’s IP strategy, conducts patent investigations and product clearances, and provides advice and support for IP-related agreements.

Essential Job Functions:
• Implements Vonage’s IP strategy based on a thorough understanding of the business strategy
• Manages and supports outside counsel in IP litigation
• Manages Vonage’s IP portfolio development and asset management to achieve business alignment
• Prosecutes patent applications
• Conducts patent searches and evaluations in support of new product development
• Participates in new product development stage gate process reviews to ascertain compliance with IP questions
• Provides counsel regarding adoption and use of trademarks
• Evaluates potential 3rd party infringement of Vonage IP
• Handles 3rd party patent and trademark claims assertions
• Counsels business managers regarding IP matters and strategy
• Negotiates and draft intellectual property agreements
• Renders opinions on patentability, freedom to operate (patent clearances) and intellectual property enforcement and infringement matters

Specific Requirements (Technical Knowledge, Software, Etc.):
• 7-10+ years of IP legal experience required
• Registered patent agent
• Experience implementing IP strategy (including familiarity with IP review committee process)
• Patent and trademark litigation experience
• Experience with product clearance, including prior art searches and review, and infringement and validity opinion drafting
• Experience in the telecom or software industry

Additional Skills (Would like to have but not required):
• Trademark prosecution experience
• Experience drafting IP licenses and licensing agreements
• Prior in-house counsel experience

Education
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, physics or other technical area (e.g. electrical or mechanical engineering) from an accredited school preferred
• Juris degree from accredited law school and admission to a state bar; active and in good standing

Contact:
Interested applicants can apply online by going to: https://www.cytiva.com/von/Detail_von.asp?von2115. Be sure to select 'Patently-O' as your source. Note: Previous contact link directed to an incorrect listing. Please re-apply at the updated link above. Thanks!

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

Patent Agent – Large Corporation – Ardsley, N.Y.

November 17, 2009- US - Northeast, Tech - Biotech, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Patent Agent/Attorney – Small Corporation – Pittsburgh Pa.

October 28, 2009- US - Northeast, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Patent Attorneys – Law Firm – Detroit, Mich.

October 27, 2009- US - Midwest, - US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Intellectual Property Manager – Small Corporation – Lowell, Mass.

October 7, 2009- US - Northeast, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Any / Other, Tech - Biotech, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

The Intellectual Property Manager will be a member of an interdisciplinary team, working with inventors, attorneys and Metabolix management in concert with Archer Daniels Midland (ADM) the Telles Joint Venture partner. This position will facilitate the translation of technical discoveries into valuable IP rights for the company. As the IP team leader, the IP Manager will drive the capture of inventions, assist in preparation of patent applications, and monitor the intellectual property of the global polymer industry.

Serving as a resource on intellectual property matters for inventors, legal and business groups, the IP Manager will creatively extract the maximum value from new inventions through detailed analysis, knowledge of research data and the prior art in the field. Key responsibilities will be the compilation of relevant data bases, preparation of patent applications, development of competitive data bases and tracking global intellectual property.

Job Responsibilities:
• Interact with researchers to capture intellectual property
• Interface with internal legal group and external legal firms to drive global patent strategy
• Manage database for invention disclosures and inventions
• Perform comprehensive literature searches to identify potential prior art
• Interface with the R&D and legal departments to prioritize invention disclosures and to identify key inventions for patent protection
• Work with the inventors and others to draft patent applications
• Develop competitive intelligence process
• Perform “freedom to operate” studies for specific product applications
• Participate in due diligence with outside counsel and manage outside counsel in the evaluation and defense of patent portfolios and assets.
• Assist in drafting nondisclosure, research, license and other agreements involving the use, transfer, or ownership of IP and manage compliance of these agreements

Qualifications:
• Industrial experience of 5 – 10 years as IP management in plastics industry
• MS. degree polymer science or related field
• Legal Degree desirable but not required
• Excellent writing, analytical and communication skills
• Organized, independent, detailed oriented, capable of working under pressure and on multiple tasks, with demonstrated ability to meet deadlines
• Enthusiastic and demonstrated ability to work well in a team environment.
• Solid understanding of the application of scientific IP to achieving business objectives
• Proven knowledge base in polymer technology and industry
• Familiarity with patent law and practice
• Ability to search patent literature
• Good interpersonal and negotiating skills
• Demonstrated skills in conflict management and the ability to resolve issues
• Excellent networking skills

Travel: Requires tavel between Lowell and Cambridge Metabolix locations along with domestic travel

Report: Reports to Director of Product Development

Please see our websites at:
www.metabolix.com
www.mirelplastics.com

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

Senior Patent Attorney – Large Corporation – Boston, Mass.

September 10, 2009- US - Northeast, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Any / Other, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Principal Patent Attorney – Large Corporation – Wilmington, Del.

September 10, 2009- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Northeast, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Any / Other, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

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

June 15, 2009- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Northeast, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Any / Other, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Chief IP Counsel – Brookhaven National Laboratory – Upton, N.Y.

April 8, 2009- US - Northeast, - US - NYC, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Emp - Government, Tech - Any / Other, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Brookhaven National Laboratory is a nonprofit research and development institution whose purpose is to advance ideas and knowledge through a multidisciplinary program of basic and applied research. Our Legal Office has a full time opportunity for a Chief Intellectual Property Counsel.

The Chief Intellectual Property Counsel directs the activities of the Intellectual Property Legal Support Group within the Office of the General Counsel in all functions relating to identifying, evaluating, reporting and protecting discoveries and inventions developed by or contributed by Laboratory personnel. The group currently consists of a senior patent attorney and a paralegal.

Responsibilities include formulating Laboratory policy relating to intellectual property matters. The Chief Intellectual Property Counsel will oversee and participate in the identification of patentable intellectual property, the development of outside patentability and patent drafting contracts, discussions with inventors, web searches for identifying markets and customers, development of patent scope and preparation of patent applications. They will also oversee the patent prosecution work conducted by outside patent counsel and represent BNL with Patent Office Examiners. Additional responsibilities include providing guidance to management regarding most promising research and developing patent prosecution strategies; and providing legal advice on transactional matters including licensing and sponsored research contracts.

Requirements:
• A Juris Doctorate – JD
• 10 years of progressively responsible legal experience in the field of intellectual property
• Strong managerial and communication skills, particularly writing and negotiating
• Admission to at least one state bar, NY state preferred, and admission to USPTO
• Extensive knowledge and experience in legal matters pertaining to the protection of intellectual property
• Familiarity with the technologies at BNL that lend themselves to patenting
• Government contracting experience preferred
• Must be a U.S. Citizen

At Brookhaven National Laboratory we believe that a comprehensive employee benefits program is an important and meaningful part of the compensation employees receive. Our benefits program includes but is not limited to:
• Medical Plans
• Vacation
• Holidays
• Dental Plans
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Plan
• Retirement Plan
• On site Child Development Center, Swimming Pool, Weight room ,Tennis Courts, and many other employee perks and benefits

Contact:
We invite you to consider Brookhaven National Laboratory for employment. To be considered for this position, apply online at www.bnl.gov and click Jobs, then click Search Job List and search for job #14802.

Brookhaven National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer committed to work force diversity.

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Other
Job Location: Upton, New York (Long Island)

IP Technology Specialist – Small Corporation – Cambridge, Mass.

February 13, 2009- US - Northeast, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Any / Other, Tech - Biotech, Work - Patent Prosecution

Alnylam Pharmaceuticals, Inc., seeks a Technology Specialist to join our Intellectual Property team. The position will involve working closely with scientists and management to secure intellectual property for inventions worldwide. The position requires drafting and prosecuting patent applications, patent and literature database searching, reviewing and evaluating new invention disclosures and supervising scientific notebook documentation process.

Responsibilities:
• Prepare, file and prosecute patent applications worldwide.
• Coordinate with and oversee outside counsel in the preparation and prosecution of patent applications.
• Communicate with inventors in the preparation, filling and prosecution of patent applications.
• Conduct patentability assessments.
• Support intellectual property opinion work and landscaping efforts.
• Conduct intellectual property training sessions for in-house personnel.
• Participate in due diligence with in-house and outside counsel to evaluate IP portfolios.
• Supervise scientific notebook documentation process.

Qualifications:
• 2-5 years of in-house or law firm experience in the preparation and prosecution of patent applications, freedom-to-operate, and validity and infringement analysis in the chemical sciences.
• Undergraduate degree in chemistry with a strong preference for an advanced degree in organic/nucleic acid chemistry.
• Preferably licensed to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
• Excellent writing, analytical and communication skills.
• Familiarity with scientific and intellectual property databases and use of the same.
• Organized, independent, detailed oriented, capable of working under pressure and on multiple tasks.
• Enthusiastic and works well in a team environment.

Contact:
To apply, please visit www.alnylam.com/careers. Alnylam Pharmaceuticals is committed to a diverse workplace.

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

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Philadelphia, Pa.

November 3, 2008- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Northeast, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Any / Other, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Patent Attorney – Large Corporation – Madison, N.J.

October 22, 2008- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Northeast, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Any / Other, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Wyeth currently seeks a patent litigation attorney. By working at Wyeth, you can help others to live longer, more fulfilling lives while realizing other important professional objectives. Discovering and developing innovative products in the areas of pharmaceutical, biotechnology, consumer healthcare, nutritional and animal healthcare, our global organization is dedicated to making the world a healthier place to live. Wyeth has a long-standing value of respect for people that promotes a diverse culture and an environment of mutual respect for our employees, customers, and communities. As a global corporation, Wyeth is committed to cultivating a diverse workplace where individuals from different backgrounds, experiences, and viewpoints are valued.

Responsibilities:
• Supervises intellectual property litigation, e.g., litigation to enforce company’s intellectual property or to defend against actions brought by third parties.
• Manages outside counsel.
• Keeps internal management informed of status.
• Conducts litigations in a cost-effective manner.
• Responds to discovery requests.
• Works with in-house and expert witnesses.
• Counsels management and others within company concerning intellectual property issues, including relevant presentations.
• Assists in due diligence concerning intellectual property and related issues in a transaction.
• Maintains awareness of current developments in substantive law and client’s business environment.
• Provides IP litigation assistance to other law functions.
• Prepares opinions for R&D and business groups relating to patentability, validity, and infringement issues.

Requirements:
• JD, member of a state bar
• Minimum of 8 years patent litigation experience
• Hatch-Waxman Act experience
• Demonstrated exceptional judgment and critical thinking
• Strong interpersonal, collaborative, and leadership skills
• Undergraduate degree in Chemistry, Biology or other related technical field and combination of in-house and law firm experience preferred

Wyeth offers competitive compensation and benefits programs, including child-care subsidies, flex-time, business casual attire, educational assistance and professional development programs.

Contact:
To apply online, please visit us at: www.wyeth.com/careers. For additional information regarding this position, contact A. DeVos: devosa@wyeth.com.

Wyeth is an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V.

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Madison, NJ

Chief International Patent Counsel – Large Corporation – Madison, N.J.

October 16, 2008- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Northeast, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Any / Other, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Wyeth is seeking a Chief International Patent Counsel for its Madison, N.J. headquarters. Primary objective will be to serve as the chief patent law advisor and counselor to Wyeth’s international affiliates on patent matters. Selected candidate will report to the Vice President and Deputy Chief Patent Counsel and manage the patent law team servicing the company's international affiliates.

Responsibilities:
• Provide strategic advice and counsel to international and affiliate management and others within company concerning international patent issues.
• Coordinate development and implementation of international patent strategies with internal patent prosecution group and therapeutic area attorneys.
• Provide advice and counsel to patent department regarding international developments in substantive patent law, policy, and political and business environment.
• Coordinate with patent litigation attorneys to direct and manage international patent litigation, including serving as the primary contact with affiliate management and where appropriate, supervising outside litigation counsel.
• Work with internal and external policy groups and advocacy groups to enhance development of intellectual property protections around the world.
• Assist with and provide counsel relating to potential divestments, acquisitions and technology-related agreements.
• Engage and supervise outside counsel as necessary and appropriate to advise on specific matters.
• Prepare opinions relating to various international patent issues.
• Coordinate activities of the International Patent Group with regional and affiliate general lawyers.

Requirements:
• JD (or foreign equivalent) with top notch academic qualifications
• Member of at least one state bar (or foreign equivalent)
• Bachelor's Degree in a relevant Science focus (i.e., chemistry or biology)
• 10+ years of in-house and/or law firm experience in international patent law
• Pharmaceutical/health care experience preferred
• Litigation experience strongly preferred
• International legal training or work experience strongly preferred

Wyeth offers competitive compensation and benefits programs, including child-care subsidies, flex-time, business casual attire, educational assistance and professional development programs.

Contact:
To apply online, please visit us at: www.wyeth.com/careers. For additional information regarding this position, contact A. DeVos: devosa@wyeth.com.

Wyeth is an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V.

Leading the way to a healthier world.

By working at Wyeth, you can help others to live longer, more fulfilling lives while realizing other important professional objectives. Discovering and developing innovative products in the areas of pharmaceutical, biotechnology, consumer healthcare, nutritional and animal healthcare, our global organization is dedicated to making the world a healthier place to live. Wyeth has a long-standing value of respect for people that promotes a diverse culture and an environment of mutual respect for our employees, customers, and communities. As a global corporation, Wyeth is committed to cultivating a diverse workplace where individuals from different backgrounds, experiences, and viewpoints are valued.

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

Patent Litigation Attorney – Law Firm – Portland, Maine

October 6, 2008- US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Any / Other, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Announcement – Litigation Support – Expert Consultants & Analytical Services

September 24, 2008- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Midwest, - US - Northeast, - US - Northwest, - US - NYC, - US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - Southwest, - US - West, Announcements, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Any / Other, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Litigation

Corporate Counsel – Small Corporation – Columbia, Md.

September 24, 2008- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Northeast, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Any / Other, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Osiris Therapeutics, Inc., a leading stem cell therapeutic company, is seeking a corporate counsel. The successful candidate will advise the Company on matters of general contracting, negotiations, and general matters of corporate and commercial law. You will support the Legal, Compliance, Finance and Business Development efforts by providing general legal support and advice to Senior Management and business unit leaders. Though a significant amount of legal work is done in-house, a substantial part of your daily work will include supervision of outside counsel. This position will report to the Chief Intellectual Property Counsel.

Responsibilities:
• Negotiate & draft contracts for functions including Product Development, Clinical Trial Agreements, Master Services Agreements, Material Transfer Agreements, Confidential Disclosure Agreements, and the like in support of corporate goals
• Provide counsel regarding partnering opportunities (both in- and out- licensing)
• Act as intermediary between in-house business leaders & outside counsel
• Develop & advance key initiatives designed to improve the overall organizational capability and effectiveness
• Primarily responsible for taking preemptive measures to identify & avoid legal risks, conflicts & issues; and team member responsible for resolving and negotiating conflicts when they arise

Requirements:
• Proficiency in following competencies is critical:
• Effective written and oral communication
• Proactively recognizing & solving problems
• Independent decision making
• J.D. from an accredited law school; Licensed to practice law in any state
• 2-4 years of experience in a large or mid-sized law firm
• Ability to work independently & as part of a team with rapidly changing deadlines and priorities

Preferred:
• Scientific background is preferred but not required if the candidate can demonstrate enthusiasm to learn a modicum of science

Contact:
For more information about this position and to apply, please visit us online. Osiris is an EOE M/F/D/V.

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: Columbia, Maryland

Professor of Law – Franklin Pierce Law – Concord, N.H.

September 22, 2008- US - Northeast, Emp - Educational, Tech - Any / Other, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Electrical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Professor of Law – Franklin Pierce Law – Concord, N.H.

September 22, 2008- US - Northeast, Emp - Educational, Tech - Any / Other, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Franklin Pierce Law Center seeks applicants for a tenure-track position as Professor of Law, starting in the fall 2009. We seek an individual with significant practical experience in intellectual property and business laws, preferably with expertise in those practice areas relating to the business aspects of intellectual property (e.g. asset securitization and strategic management of intellectual property.) The successful candidate may also teach in the basic business law curriculum. Candidates must have a J.D. or equivalent degree and possess a strong commitment to teaching in a diverse and multicultural law school environment. Teaching experience and evidence of research and scholarly achievement are welcome but are not required to apply for this position. Minority and female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Franklin Pierce Law Center is a private, ABA-accredited, independent law school, established in 1973. Pierce Law offers a rigorous J.D. program, which includes the Webster Scholar Honors Program—a first-in-the-nation alternative pathway to bar membership. Beyond the J.D. program, Pierce Law is renowned for its intellectual property graduate programs, which attract candidates from all over the world. As a result, Pierce Law has alumni/ae in over ninety countries. Pierce Law awards interdisciplinary Master’s degrees in Intellectual Property, Commerce and Technology, and International Criminal Law, and LL.M. degrees in those same areas. Pierce Law is situated in Concord, the capital of New Hampshire, approximately one hour from Boston, the seacoast, and the White Mountains, and is the only law school in the state.

Franklin Pierce Law Center is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering diversity among its faculty, students, and staff.

Contact:
Send a letter of interest, resume, and names of three references to:
Prof. Buzz Sherr, Chair of the Appointments Committee
Franklin Pierce Law Center, 2 White Street
Concord, NH 03301

Or, e-mail us with a cover letter, resume and other supporting materials as attachments.

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Education Institution
Job Location: Concord, New Hamshire

IP Technical Specialist – Small Corporation – Ithaca, N.Y.

August 15, 2008- US - Northeast, - US - NYC, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Any / Other, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Prosecution