Associate (Electrical Engineering) – Law Firm – Multiple Locations

May 28, 2014- US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - Southwest, - US - West, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical

Knobbe, Martens, Olson & Bear, LLP seeks recent law school graduates, or candidates with 1-2 years of experience. Must possess a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical and Computer Engineering. Graduate degree desirable, but not necessary. Candidates must have strong academic credentials, as well as superior written and verbal communication skills.

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Scottsdale, Ariz.

May 22, 2014- US - Southwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Solo practitioner seeking help with large case load of patent applications and office actions. Majority of patents cover disk drive technology, including general electrical and computer engineering, communication theory, control theory, and coding theory. The position requires 2-5 years patent drafting and prosecution experience as well as a solid understanding of electrical engineering principles. Compensation is based on each task completed (application drafting, response drafting, etc.) but the compensation is very high. There is more than enough work to keep a qualified candidate busy full time. In fact, there is enough work to keep a qualified candidate busy 80 hours per week. The compensation could easily exceed $300k depending on motivation to work and technical competence.

Patent Agent – Large Corporation – San Diego, Calif.

May 22, 2014- US - Southwest, - US - West, Tech - Biotech, Work - Patent Agent

Verenium, a global leader in developing high-performance enzymes, is part of BASF – The Chemical Company BASF. The company is seeking a Patent Agent to work in its San Diego offices.

The Patent Agent role is responsible for prosecution of part of the enzyme patent portfolio of GVF/N at the San Diego site (Verenium) under the oversight of a senior patent agent (IP Manager for Enzymes). The San Diego site has been designated as a global R&D Center for enzyme development pursuant to the Enzyme Roadmap, requiring on-site support on intellectual property matters.

On-site support for intellectual property matters needed as the San Diego site is designated as the global R&D center for Enzymes at BASF. In-house support preferred by R&D and Legal groups for both depth of support and cost savings. Other responsibilities include:

Drafting and filing and prosecuting patent applications before the USPTO and management of corresponding foreign cases
Work closely with business, R&D project teams, and inventors to identify and articulate opportunities for patent protection
Searching relevant databases for relevant art, review search results for patentability and landscaping purposes
Supporting Patent attorneys in patentability and FTO analysis
Responsibility to coordinate prosecution activities with Global IP Enzyme Strategy

Requirements

Minimum of B.S. in relevant technical area (Biology, Biotechnology, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, etc).
Minimum of 7 years relevant work experience in legal/intellectual property, including 4+ years of experience working on patent searching, drafting, and prosecution.
Registration before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
Self-starter as well as team player, working well with other patent practitioners and support staff.
Must have excellent organizational skills, communication skills, and writing skills.
Must have in-depth understanding of US patent law and general understanding of foreign patent laws, including Europe and Asia.
Able to work effectively in a changing environment, prioritize demands, and use keen judgement. Experience in a corporate environment required, including experience working with various functional groups.
Must be able to build strong and enduring client relationships.
Proficiency with USPTO Electronic Filing System (EFS) and Public and Private PAIR system required.
Patent searches with established databases required (e.g. GenomeQuest, PatBase).

Contact
Apply online using this link: http://jobs.basf.us/job/Patent-Agent-Job/58909300/.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: San Diego, California

Verenium’s unique enzymes, designed to improve efficiency and economics, together with BASF’s sustainable chemistry, will continue to transform the future of enzymes. By combining our cultures of innovation and our focus on creating sustainable solutions, we will continue to harness the power of nature and leverage its unique, patented technology to create enzyme products that maximize efficiency while improving environmental performance.

Part-Time Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Los Angeles, Calif.

May 16, 2014- US - Southwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

The Los Angeles office of Ladas & Parry, LLP, an international intellectual property law firm, is seeking a part-time patent attorney with a BS in materials science. Candidates of interest to the firm are those with at least two years of patent prosecution experience and strong experience in the writing of patent applications. The position is very deadline intensive dealing with worldwide prosecution deadlines and prompt preparation of patent applications. Those with some engineering experience will be preferred as will those who are members of the State Bar of California. The office offers a congenial atmosphere where casual dress is the norm and billing hours are humane.

Patent Prosecution Attorney – Law Firm – Multiple Locations

May 13, 2014- US - Southwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Maschoff Brennan, a leading full-service intellectual property law firm with offices in Park City and Salt Lake City, UT and Irvine, California, has immediate opportunities for experienced patent attorneys, with a particular need for candidates having electrical and/or software backgrounds.

Patent Counsel – Large Corporation – San Diego, Calif.

April 30, 2014- US - Southwest, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate

Hologic, Inc. is seeking a Patent Counsel who will be responsible for providing legal services and advise on a variety of IP-related matters for the diagnostics business unit of Hologic, which is located in San Diego, California.

There has never been a more exciting time to join us. Bright people, working together to pioneer advances in human health care, have created Hologic's success. Our company believes that people are our greatest asset and only by recruiting, hiring, developing and retaining the most talented employees can we continue to be successful. Our work atmosphere is stimulating, innovative and customer focused. We provide employees with state-of-the art tools and technology, a collaborative and passionate work environment and the ability to make a dramatic difference in the world of healthcare.

We are rapidly growing and yet we have never been more focused – on our people, on our growth, on our future.

Responsibilities

Draft and prosecute patent applications in the biological, chemical and mechanical arts
Supervise U.S. and foreign counsel engaged in drafting and prosecuting patent applications and in post-grant challenges, including inter partes review, post grant review, oppositions and invalidation appeals
Acquire detailed understanding of the technologies, products and R&D activities of the business
Counsel key technical and business personnel on IP portfolio development and strategies, adversarial proceedings, competitive IP and commercial activities, and licensing opportunities
Conduct landscape searches, patentability reviews, freedom-to-operate analyses, and patent assessments relating to R&D activities, product releases, licensing opportunities and IP acquisition
Review and assist in drafting agreements relating to the use, transfer or ownership of IP, including non-disclosure, material transfer, professional services, research, collaboration, and license agreements

Education and Experience

B.S. degree in biology, chemistry or biochemistry, with 2+ years of practical laboratory experience
J.D. from an accredited law school and 3+ years of experience as a practicing patent attorney in the life sciences industry (law firm and/or in-house)
Registered patent attorney and member in good standing of at least one state bar (preferably CA).

Agency and Third Party Recruiter Notice
Agencies that submit a resume to Hologic must have a current executed Hologic Agency Agreement executed by a member of the Human Resource Department. In addition Agencies may only submit candidates to positions for which they have been invited to do so by a Hologic Recruiter. All resumes must be sent to the Hologic Recruiter under these terms or they will not be considered.

Hologic, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer & VEVRAA Federal Contractor

Contact
Apply online by contacting Anne Herrera at: anne.herrera@hologic.com.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: San Diego, California

Hologic, Inc. is a leading developer, manufacturer and supplier of premium molecular diagnostic products and services that are used to diagnose human diseases, screen donated human blood and to aid in biomedical research. Hologic is also a leader in the development, manufacturing and sales of medical imaging systems and biopsy devices as well as surgical and treatment products, with an emphasis on serving the healthcare needs of women. Our business is dedicated to impacting the lives of people across the globe through the early detection of disease, improved diagnosis and less invasive treatments.

Part-Time Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Aptos, Calif.

April 25, 2014- US - Southwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical

Landmark Intellectual Property Law, PC, a coastal intellectual property boutique, seeks a registered patent attorney with 1 – 4 years of patent prosecution experience in the electrical/computer/software fields who is looking for a change in quality of life without forfeiting the intellectual stimulation of providing exceptional legal work for large to medium size clients. While initially a part time position, the position will transfer into full time, with competitive pay and an exceptional benefits package coupled with a collegial, relaxed work environment with a view of the beach in Santa Cruz County, California.

Mid- to Senior-Level Litigator – Law Firm – Irvine, Calif.

April 23, 2014- US - Southwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Any / Other, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Fish & Tsang LLP, a premier full service intellectual property firm located in Irvine, California, is seeking a mid-senior level litigator.

Mid-Level Patent Prosecutor – Law Firm – Irvine, Calif.

April 23, 2014- US - Southwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Fish & Tsang LLP, a premier full service intellectual property firm located in Irvine, California, is seeking a mid-level patent attorney or patent agent to be a full time position.

Patent Agent / Scientist – Law Firm – San Diego, Calif.

March 24, 2014- US - Southwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Prosecution

Knobbe, Martens, Olson & Bear, LLP is looking to grow its San Diego team! Applicants must have a strong interest in U.S. and foreign patent prosecution to assist in the drafting and prosecution of U.S. and foreign patent applications. This position requires a Ph.D. in Organic or Medicinal Chemistry. Qualified candidates will be registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Candidates must have 1-2 years of patent prosecution experience as well as superior technical writing skills.

Associate (Computer Science) – Law Firm – San Diego, Calif.

March 9, 2014- US - Southwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical

Knobbe, Martens, Olson & Bear, LLP seeks motivated candidates to join our team. We are looking for recent law school graduates, or candidates with 1-2 years of experience. Must possess a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science. Graduate degree desirable, but not necessary. Experience in software development for web-based applications, client-server systems, mobile devices, Internet, social media, or telecommunication a plus. GPA must be above 3.0, and candidates must have superior written and verbal communication skills.

Associate (Trademarks & Copyrights) – Law Firm – Orange County, Calif.

March 9, 2014- US - Southwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Any / Other

Knobbe, Martens, Olson & Bear, LLP seeks motivated candidates to join our team. We are looking for associate attorney candidates with 2-3 years of experience in Trademark and Copyright law. Minimum 3.0 GPA required. Candidates must have superior writing and communication skills. EOE/AA

Patent Subject Matter Expert – Large Corporation – San Jose, Calif.

February 15, 2014- US - Southwest, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Work - Licensing / Other Corporate

NXP Semiconductors N.V. (NASDAQ: NXPI) creates solutions that enable secure connections for a smarter world. We are seeking a Patent Subject Matter Expert.

Patent Counsel – Large Corporation – Multiple Locations

February 10, 2014- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Midwest, - US - Northeast, - US - Southwest, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Prosecution

Hewlett-Packard Company has an opening for a Patent Counsel.

The Patent Development Group in HP's Office of the General Counsel (OGC) manages one of the largest patent portfolios in the world, which covers a wide range of technologies including PCs, printers, servers, storage, networking, enterprise software, enterprise services, and technologies originating in HP Labs. The successful candidate for the Patent Counsel position will support the Patent Development Group's efforts to build and maintain a high quality patent portfolio that supports the goals of HP's dynamic business. In particular, the successful candidate will be responsible for personally drafting and prosecuting strategic, high quality patent applications, while supporting the department in a number of other activities critical for its success. This position will offer significant promotional opportunities throughout the OGC and the chance to build a career with HP as an IP attorney.

Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate's responsibilities in the Patent Counsel role are expected to include the following:

Managing highly strategic patent applications throughout the patent lifecycle by collaborating directly with colleagues in HP's inventor community, personally drafting and prosecuting high quality patent applications for strategically important inventions, and interacting with worldwide patent offices to secure valuable patent coverage
Actively participating in HP's invention disclosure review process to help ensure that HP's best inventions are identified and patented
Analyzing pending patent applications to determine their value to HP and to formulate a global filing strategy
Assisting patent portfolio managers with analysis of HP's patent portfolio, including preparation of claim charts
Actively engaging in training, knowledge sharing, and other career development opportunities to hone technical and legal abilities and prepare for promotional opportunities
Participating from time to time as a member of a cross functional team to provide support in licensing, litigation, or other matters

Qualifications
The successful candidate is expected to possess the following qualifications and abilities:

A BS degree and/or advanced degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, or Computer Science
A JD degree from an accredited university and admission to a state bar
Strong academic credentials
Admission to the USPTO
1-6 years experience as a patent attorney
Preference for candidates who have personally drafted at least 10 patent applications
Ability to work with clients in a team-oriented partnership to help them arrive at elegant solutions to their problems
Flexibility to accept new and different challenges in a fast paced, high tech environment
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
A positive attitude, creative spirit, passion for IP law, and strong motivation to excel

Contact
Apply by visiting HP's website (http://jobs.hp.com) and searching "Patent Counsel".

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Preferred locations for this position are Herndon, Virginia; Houston or Plano, Texas; Palo Alto, California; Downers Grove, Illinois; Berkeley Heights, New Jersey; Vancouver, Washington; and Boise, Idaho.

Patent Attorney – Large Corporation – Tucson, Ariz.

January 31, 2014- US - Southwest, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Prosecution

Ventana Medical Systems is seeking a patent attorney. Coordinates and performs RTD/Ventana’s intellectual property (“IP”) activities for one or more departments of the Company or subgroups of such departments (“business units”). Secures protection for the Company’s intellectual property and minimizes risk associated with bringing new products and innovations to the marketplace by ensuring respect for the valid intellectual property rights of others.

Essential Functions

Implements an IP strategy within one or more business units.
Acts as the primary contact for Ventana IP issues within one or more business units.
Prepares, drafts, files and prosecutes patent applications in the United States Patent & Trademark Office in order to protect the Company’s investment in research and development.
Prepares written opinions on issues of patentability, patent infringement, patent validity and freedom-to-operate issues in order to minimize the business risk associated with bringing new products and innovations to the marketplace.
Assists product development teams in designing products to avoid valid patent claims of others in order to minimize the business risk associated with bringing new products and innovations to the marketplace.
Provides general counseling and training on IP issues to relevant business units.
Evaluates contract terms related to IP and coordinates with corporate counsel on the drafting and negotiating of same.
Conducts due diligence on IP aspects of transactional projects.
Provides technical support for patent litigation matters.

Minimum Qualifications

Formal Training/Education:

Undergraduate degree in one of the following: life sciences/chemistry/biotechnology; advanced degree in the Life Sciences highly preferred.
Doctor of Jurisprudence, licensed to practice law in one or more of the 50 states or the District of Columbia.
Licensed to practice law before the United States Patent & Trademark Office.

Experience:

At least five years experience in IP practice, including patent preparation and prosecution, licensing, opinion work, transactional due diligence, and client counseling.
Experience in patenting biologics/in vitro diagnostic devices preferred.
Experience practicing law as in-house counsel and with IP litigation matters preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain open, candid, and trusting work relationships.

Contact
Apply online by visiting our website.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Tuscon, Arizona

Patent Counsel – Large Corporation – San Diego, Calif.

January 22, 2014- US - Southwest, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Prosecution

Qualcomm, a world leader in the development of wireless technology and products, relies on its valuable patent portfolio to generate substantial revenue. As the company continues to invest heavily in research and development and our product lines continue to expand, the need to protect our intellectual property continues to grow.

Qualcomm is looking for talented and motivated Patent Attorneys to apply their technical, communication, and legal skills working with engineers and business units in a team environment with the goal of developing high quality, high value US and international patents. The Patent Attorney will be required to understand the technology, business plans, product roadmaps, and domestic and international patent laws, and to work in a cooperative atmosphere to achieve this goal.

We are looking for successful candidates that will serve as Patent Counsel, reporting to a group lead, assigned to one or more technology groups. Responsibilities will include: preparation and prosecution of US and foreign patent applications; supervision of outside counsel preparation and prosecution; infringement and clearance analysis; advise inventors and management on a variety of intellectual property matters; review of prior art search reports; perform due diligence analysis for potential acquisitions and investments; support of litigation teams by providing claim interpretation and portfolio analysis; and general client counseling on patent matters. The successful candidate must be registered to practice before the USPTO and be admitted to the Bar of at least one state.

Strong skills and 3-10 years experience in preparing and prosecuting US and foreign patent applications are required. Strong technical skills focused on electrical engineering and/or computer science are required, and individuals with advanced degrees will have an advantage. The candidate should have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work within a team environment. Engineering experience and law firm experience is a plus. In addition, all candidates will be required to submit two patents/applications and one office action which he/she has authored. Technical degree required (Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering preferred), JD, USPTO. Required, at least one state Bar registration.

Contact
Interested applicants can apply by emailing Justin Cressy at: jcressy@qualcomm.com.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: San Diego, California

Patent Associate or Patent Agent – Law Firm – Phoenix, Ariz. (Updated)

September 25, 2013- US - Southwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Patent Agent, Associate, Of Counsel – Law Firm – Houston, Texas

September 4, 2013- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Southwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Sr. Licensing Contract Administrator – Large Corporation – Pleasanton, Calif.

August 29, 2013- US - Southwest, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate

Roche, one of the world’s leading research-focused healthcare groups, is seeking a
Sr. Licensing Contract Administrator to work in Pleasanton, California.

Responsibilities
Basic Function and Scope of the Position:
• Prepares and coordinates all documentation for Product and Licensing Contract Overviews and associated documents for the Licensing department.
• Maintains licensing agreement database and is responsible for data entry and maintenance to ensure accurate and timely royalty obligations for RMS can be met by Finance.
• Provides constant database curation and monitoring.
• Maintains a tracking system for completion and issue reports on contract activities.
• Primary person to coordinate, manage, enter and track the associating of products with relevant patents with input from Patents, licensing agreements with input from Licensing, and royalty obligations in the active database system.
• Monitors contract compliance for Licensing department.
• Assists in royalty administration locally and with corporate Licensing internationally and serves as the primary person for this function within the Licensing Department.

Major Job Functions & Contributions:

• Responsible for database entry and maintenance for in- and out- licensing payment and royalty obligations of Finance. Monitors royalty reports/payments of research and diagnostic product licensees.
• Interfaces with Finance and Licensing to make sure that delinquencies are addressed in a timely manner.
• Analyzes licensing contracts and agreements for financial and non-financial obligations, enters and tracks these in eBDS and other relevant database.
• Maintains and updates contracts in eBDS and other relevant database.
• Generates database reports.
• Resolves contract administration issues.
• Ensures that products are readily and properly identified, documented for and linked to patents in database for accurate and timely royalty obligation fulfillment and tracking.
• Coordinates with Project Leaders and Product Managers, Licensing Managers, Patent Attorneys and Contract Attorneys to ensure proper agreement and product information entry and maintenance in relevant databases.
• Interfaces with local and global administrators for eBDS, SAP, Design History Files, Sales Databases and other databases, as necessary, to coordinate contract administration for RMS.
• Creating PowerPoint and Excel presentations and presenting to internal and external customers.
• Provides input to royalty income estimates and budgets.
• Provides input to Licensing personnel regarding royalty issues relating to products and provides necessary input to LifeCycle Teams
• Other duties as necessary.

Who you are:
You’re someone who wants to influence your own development. You’re looking for a company where you have the opportunity to pursue your interests across functions and geographies. Where a job title is not considered the final definition of who you are, but the starting point.

Qualifications and Experience:

• BS/BA Business Administration or Life Sciences, relevant database/computer skills are required, familiarity with medical, diagnostic and/or pharmaceutical terms is preferred.
• Knowledge of patents and licensing contracts highly preferable
• Minimum of 5-8 years proven relevant experience
• Significant (minimum 3-5 years) Diagnostic and /or Pharma/Biotech experience, preferably in both global and local roles highly desirable

• Diagnostic and/or Pharma industry and relevant diagnostic area knowledge preferred.

• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills required.
• Enjoys and thrives in a team environment.
• Effectively communicates with scientist, physicians, business development professionals, patent and contract attorneys and others to achieve desired results.
• Result oriented with the ability and desire to effectively manage a project from start to finish both in time and with the desired financial outcome.
• Highly self-motivated with some project management skill desired.

• Must be very detail oriented and enjoy learning.

Contact:
The next step is yours. To apply online today and to learn about other exciting positions, please go to: http://careers.roche.com and enter Job ID #2746227527 in the “Keyword” box underneath the Global Job Search field. Roche is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Pleasanton, California

At Roche, 80,000 people across 150 countries are pushing back the frontiers of healthcare. Working together, we’ve become one of the world’s leading research-focused healthcare groups. Our success is built on innovation, curiosity and diversity, and on seeing each other’s differences as an advantage. To innovate healthcare, Roche has ambitious plans to keep learning and growing – and is seeking people who have the same goals for themselves.

Director of Licensing – Large Corporation – Pleasanton, Calif.

August 29, 2013- US - Southwest, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Work - Licensing / Other Corporate

Roche, one of the world’s leading research-focused healthcare groups, is seeking a
Director of Licensing to work in Pleasanton, California.

Responsible for evaluating and managing new and existing strategic licensing relationships, business opportunities, initiatives, partnerships, and alliances, and for participating in strategy development and tactical planning of these with an initial focus on the goals of the qPCR/NAPi and Biochemical Reagents unit.

Major Job Functions & Contributions:
• Management and oversight of new and existing licenses for the qPCR/NAPi and Biochemical Reagents business unit.
• Developing and implementing technology valuations and market evaluations for licensing and acquisition opportunities.
• Support the drafting and negotiations of Term Sheets, MTA, OEM, NDA, licensing agreements and other commercial agreements.
• Coordinate with Legal and Patents for contract issues (e.g., enforcement, interpretation of contract terms, reporting obligations, label licenses, etc.)
• Identifying and sourcing complementary technology in addition to sourcing content for company’s product offerings.
• Responsible for database entry and maintenance for in- and out- licensing payment and royalty obligations.
• Monitor royalty reports/payments of research and diagnostic product licensees; work with Royalty Administrator to make sure that delinquencies are addressed in a timely manner.
• Sourcing of potential partnerships and collaborations opportunities, and leading or supporting the negotiation process.
• Creating PowerPoint and Excel presentations and presenting company objective to internal and external customers.
• Provide input to royalty income estimates and budgets.
• Create an environment of strong team spirit, good communication, high motivation and inspires team members to achieve goals.
• Participate in the Design Control process for product review; provide information on royalty obligations for products.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience:
• BS/BA Business Administration or Life Sciences is required, MBA and PhD preferred.
• Minimum of 8-10 years proven business development experience, Strong negotiation skills, proven ability to guide parties to a “win-win” solution.
• Significant (minimum 7 years) Diagnostic and /or Pharma experience, preferably in both global and local roles.
• Diagnostic and/or Pharma industry and relevant diagnostic area knowledge preferred.
• Proven track record of successful strategic commercial decisions and aligning the organization behind them.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills as well as the ability to present information to a wide range of groups/entities.
• Ability to lead and motivate others, both within direct supervisory and matrix environments (minimum of 5 years direct supervisory experience)
• Successful cross-functional project management experience.
• Understanding of the Diagnostic Design Control process preferred.
• Proven ability to evaluate and solve complex problems and the strategic implications of different business approaches.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills required.
• Enjoys and thrives in a team environment.
• Effectively communicates with scientist, physicians, business development professionals, patent and contract attorneys and others to achieve desired results.
• Result oriented with the ability and desire to effectively manage a project from start to finish both in time and with the desired financial outcome.
• Highly self-motivated with some project management skill desired.
• Must be very detail oriented.

Contact:
The next step is yours. To apply online today and to learn about other exciting positions, please go to: http://careers.roche.com and enter Job ID #2746160001 in the “Keyword” box underneath the Global Job Search field. Roche is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Pleasanton, California