Qualcomm is hiring Patent Counsel in San Diego and San Jose, California and Raleigh, North Carolina. The successful candidate 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.
Skills/Experience: 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 3-5 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.
Responsibilities: The candidate should have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work within a team environment. Engineering experience and law firm experience a plus. In addition, all candidates will be required to submit two patents/applications and one office action which he/she has authored.
Education: Technical degree required (Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering preferred), JD, USPTO Required, at least one state Bar registration.
Life Technologies has an immediate need for an Engineering Patent Agent in our DNA Sequencing Business Unit.
The role includes patent preparation and prosecution, and patent portfolio management. Other skills include invention disclosure review, publication review, project liaison, and patent searching. The right person for this role will have high technical ability both in the scientific realm and in the legal field.
The successful individual will have a strong engineering background with knowledge and experience in areas including: microfluidics, optics, imaging, image/signal processing, and instrumentation design/control. Familiarity with secondary analysis software applications associated with DNA sequencing instrumentation including bioinformatics, software and algorithms is also desirable. A working familiarity with molecular biology principles and DNA sequencing methodologies (including sample preparation, instrumentation, and data analysis) will be an asset.
Exceptional written and interpersonal communication skills, a collaborative instinct, and can-do attitude are a must.
Education: Advanced degree in Engineering (mechanical, chemical, electrical or other).
Experience: The individual must be registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office with 3 to 4 years of Patent Agent experience.
This position will be located in Carlsbad, CA or Foster City, CA. Relocation benefits are available. Life Technologies is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse and inclusive workforce.
Contact: Interested applicants should apply by contacting Niki Wallace at niki.wallace@lifetech.com.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Large Corporation Job Location: San Diego OR Foster City, California
Mattel, Inc. is seeking a Patent Counsel to join its team of IP professionals located at the company headquarters in El Segundo, CA. This is an exciting opportunity that will offer career growth in a top-tier Law Department at an iconic company, named one of Fortune Magazine’s Top 100 Places to Work in 2007, 2008, 2009 and 2010.
This individual will play a critical part in Mattel’s product innovation process, advising design and development teams and business leaders throughout the product life cycle. In particular, he or she will be responsible for Mattel’s day-to-day domestic and international patent clearance and prosecution activity.
Duties will include: counseling design teams with respect to patent matters; analyzing new products and conducting patent clearance searches; drafting, filing and prosecuting patent applications to protect Mattel’s innovative toys and games; supervising outside counsel in all phases of the patent process; and managing patent claims and litigation, as needed. The role will include considerable hands-on interaction with outside patent and litigation counsel, as well as rendering strategic advice to design, development and business constituencies in all aspects of the patent prosecution and enforcement process.
2-5 years of relevant experience as a practicing attorney (law firm and/or in-house).
Exceptional interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with professionals from across the organization, including engineering, design, sales, marketing, and finance in delivering cost-effective and timely business solutions.
Thorough knowledge of patent concepts, practices and procedures, with solid experience in substantive and procedural requirements of domestic and international patent clearance, filing and prosecution in mechanical and/or electrical arts.
Outstanding analytical, research and drafting skills and knowledge of federal and international regulations and procedures governing patent matters.
Additional Requirements: • JD or LLM from an ABA accredited law school required • Active membership in good standing in at least one state bar association required (California is preferred) • Must be admitted to practice before the USPTO in patent cases • Strong academic credentials, excellent analytical, communication and organizational skills. • Ability to multi-task and work under deadlines • Familiarity with patent litigation and licensing • Other relevant intellectual property experience with trademark, copyright, trade dress and/or trade secret is helpful, though not required
Contact: Please apply at www.Mattel.com - Reference job number 100177.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Large Corporation Job Location: El Segundo, California
At Mattel, we have a vision to be The World's Premier Toy Brands - Today and Tomorrow. We will achieve this vision because our people are creative and energetic, thriving on innovation and passion for the business. Mattel is committed to supporting and developing employees and their career goals with a host of meaningful advantages and opportunities, including development through our global Leadership Development Center, tuition reimbursement, on-site childcare, and a fitness and recreation center. As the worldwide leader in the design, manufacture and marketing of toys and family products, including Barbie®, Hot Wheels®, American Girl® and Fisher-Price®, Mattel is not only one of the best places to work, it's also a lot of fun. If you're as excited about the future as we are, consider this opportunity.
Gen-Probe is currently seeking an experienced Patent Attorney to prepare and prosecute foreign and domestic patent applications and to assist with the development and implementation of patent, business and licensing strategies. This person will also work with outside counsel on various related matters.
DESCRIPTION OF POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES: • Prepare and prosecute patent applications concerning molecular diagnostic assays and instruments, both foreign and domestic; and to a lesser extent, manage the prosecution of patent applications being handled by outside counsel. • Conduct freedom-to-operate analyses related to product developments. • Review research disclosure statements from research staff. Review technical manuscripts, posters and other materials intended for public dissemination. • Assist in the preparation and negotiation of agreements involving intellectual property, such as licenses. • Work with outside counsel on matters such as due diligence, opinion letters, patent interferences, and agreements. • Prepare and present company-wide lectures on issues relating to intellectual property. • Provide litigation support to the General Counsel and/or outside counsel as needed in patent-related litigation.
RELATED BUSINESS/TECHNICAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES: • Advanced knowledge and experience preparing and prosecuting patent applications. • Prior experience in supporting the negotiation and documentation of licenses and other intellectual property agreements. • Experience with patent-related litigation
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: • 5+ years hands-on experience as a working patent attorney in the life sciences industry, preferably related to molecular diagnostics and/or diagnostic instrument systems. • Admission to practice before the US Patent & Trademark Office as a registered patent attorney required. • Applicants must be qualified to practice law in the State of California or eligible to qualify.
Gen-Probe offers a dynamic and innovative work environment along with excellent benefits that include company sponsored medical/dental/vision benefits, stock options (NASDAQ:GPRO), bonus potential, 401(k) with company match, paid vacation/sick time /holidays, assistance with continuing education, on-site fitness center and our own Waterfall Café.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Large Corporation Job Location: San Diego, California
“The Power to Look Deeper” Awarded the 2008 Grand Prize at the local Workplace Excellence Awards, Gen-Probe is a respected biotech employer of choice in San Diego and a global leader in the research, development, manufacturing and marketing of nucleic acid probe-based products used for the diagnosis of human diseases and for screening of donated human blood. We offer a state-of-the-art facility in a prime location with world-class benefits. We’re currently looking for team members who have “The Power to Look Deeper” in developing the best products, technologies and service.
Shay Glen LLP, a San Mateo boutique intellectual property law firm, seeks a patent prosecution attorney. The candidate must be a US Patent and Trademark Office registered attorney with at least 1-3 years of prosecution experience and be a member in good standing in the California State Bar. Experience in prosecuting applications for medical device inventions and/or an undergraduate degree in biomedical engineering is preferred.
We offer a competitive compensation package, full benefits, and a congenial work atmosphere that promotes teamwork. Hourly rate based on experience.
Contact: Please send your resume in Word format for immediate consideration to Lola@shayglenn.com.
Resume must include: • Listing of all Universities attended and all degrees earned • Listing of all professional employment and references • USPTO Registration Number • California State Bar Number
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: San Mateo, California
Note: Listing has been updated with new information.
DexCom Inc., headquartered in San Diego, is committed to developing technologies and products that improve the lives of people with diabetes. DexCom has ambitious plans to keep learning and growing – and is seeking people who have the same goals for themselves. This business has grown with pride, integrity and a focused vision. DexCom Inc. is currently seeking a Patent Attorney/Agent.
Position Description: Responsibilities will be widely varied and include preparing and prosecuting patent application, working with outside counsel on reexamination and interference matters, developing and implementing offensive and defensive IP strategies, conducting various patent searches, conducting freedom-to-practice evaluations, preparing or obtaining appropriate opinions, conducting invalidity analyses, providing support for patent litigation, and providing timely counsel on intellectual property issues. Strong interpersonal skills are required, as the position entails regular interaction with legal, technical, and business teams.
Qualifications (Basic): • Registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. • Bachelor's Degree in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or related technology field required. • A minimum of 3 years legal experience handling intellectual property law issues.
Qualifications (Desired/Preferred): • A Juris Doctor from an accredited U.S. law school and licensed to practice in at least one state or the District of Columbia. • Ideal candidate will have experience with biomedical, diagnostics, wireless technologies, and/or consumer-based electronic systems with a preference for medical device or health-care related electronics. • Demonstrated ability to draft medical device electronics related patent applications. • Highly motivated with desire to deliver outstanding professional work product. • Work independently with minimal supervision and effectively contribute as a team player on legal, technical, and business teams. • Possess superior writing and oral communication skills. • Demonstrated creativity and success in strategizing, structuring, and obtaining robust IP specific to an area of technology or product, which includes offensive and defensive patent protection. • Demonstrated ability to understand medical technology, with ability to apply it to an R & D effort with strong R&D interaction.
Compensation: Base Salary of 125,000 USD/year plus stock options and opportunity to earn an annual bonus. We also offer an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance and long term disability, 401(k), flexible spending account, a discounted employee stock purchase plan, paid time off, on-site fitness center, and a great work environment.
Contact: Please send resume to: careers@dexcom.com or fax to: 858-875-5330 and reference “Patent Attorney/Agent.” For more company information, visit: http://www.dexcom.com/.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Small Corporation Job Location: San Diego
Vestas Technology R&D Americas, Inc. is seeking a patent attorney for its Houston office. The headquarters for Vestas Technology R&D is located in Houston, Texas with research offices in Boston, Massachusetts and Madison, Wisconsin. The Houston office is currently being staffed to support Vestas research efforts within the wind technology areas of structural mechanics, electrical machines and power conversion, control systems, advanced materials and aerodynamics.
Reporting Relationship: The position has a dual reporting responsibility to the Vice President of Vestas Technology R&D Americas, Inc. in Houston and to the IPR Director for Global Research in Technology R&D in Arhus, Denmark.
Department: Together with Vestas’ Corporate Legal department, the Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) Department is responsible for all IP activities involving the Headquarters Office, Business Units and Technology R&D sites globally. This includes transforming inventions into relevant patent protection, handling of third party rights, advising on IPR related issues and participating in contract negotiations related to IPR issues.
The department operates on a worldwide scale with a presence in Singapore, India, Denmark, UK and now the US. The department, led from Denmark, is part of Vestas’ global Technology R&D department.
The selected candidate will be the first IP attorney in the IPR Department to be based at Vestas Technology R&D Americas, Inc. in Houston.
Responsibilities & Tasks: Your responsibilities and tasks will include but not be limited to: • Invention harvesting throughout Vestas Technology R&D Americas, Inc. • Drafting of patent applications. • Patent prosecution. • Assessment and advice on third party rights. • Conducting interviews at the USPTO. • Providing support in relation to patent related lawsuits. • Actively participate in IP related contractual negotiations. • Managing relationships with outside counsel on a case-by-case basis. Educational Background & Minimum Requirements: • Candidate must be admitted to act before the US Patent and Trademark Office. • Candidate must possess Doctor of Jurisprudence (J.D.) Degree. • Candidate must have 3 to 7 years of IP experience from industry or private practice. • Candidate also must possess a BSEE, BSAE or Physics Degree. • Candidate must have excellent communication skills, be proactive and driven to obtain results. What We Offer: This is an outstanding opportunity to be in an industry where your decisions will have an impact on tomorrow’s world. Vestas offers a demanding, yet rewarding- position that will challenge you professionally. On a personnel level, you will be challenged to engage and communicate with colleagues on all levels. IP involves people from the shop floor to top management and has global impact. At Vestas, personal initiative is very much appreciated. You will be part of an organization where communication with co-workers is informal and effective, both positive and supportive, and the work ethic is very goal-oriented.
Contact: Please submit your confidential resume to windrdjobs@vestas.com. Please include the job title in your subject line. Following receipt of your resume, please allow five business days for review and follow-up.
The primary work location is at our new Vestas Technology R&D Americas Headquarters which is located at 1111 Bagby Street, Suite 2100, Houston, Texas, 77002.
Vestas is an equal opportunity employer.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Large Corporation Job Location: Houston, Texas
Vestas offers you challenging, global opportunities for career growth. As the world leader in modern energy, our wind turbines reduce CO² emissions by 40 million tons per year. We are more than 20,000 employees representing 56 nationalities and we are eager to welcome new colleagues. Care to join us?
The University of Utah S.J. Quinney College of Law invites applications for tenure-track or tenured faculty at the rank of either associate or full professor to begin 2010-2011. Qualifications for all positions include a record of excellence in academics, successful teaching experience or potential, and strong scholarly distinction or promise. The College is particularly interested in candidates who can contribute to new programs in intellectual property, but talented applicants in all areas will be given serious consideration.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds, and possess a demonstrated commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students.
The University of Utah is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, encourages applications from women and minorities, and provides reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities of applicants and employees.
Contact: Note: Due to a server switch, the email address facultyrecruitment@law.utah.edu was not functioning correctly for a few days in August. We sincerely apologize for this error. As of today, August 14th, the email address is once again fully functional. We encourage interested applicants to send their materials to us at that email address, particularly those who sent, or attempted to send, materials in the past two weeks, so that we can be sure that we received them.
Interested persons should send resume, references, and subject area preferences to Chair, Faculty Recruitment Committee, University of Utah S.J. Quinney College of Law, 332 South 1400 East Room 101, Salt Lake City, UT 84112-0730, facultyrecruitment@law.utah.edu (electronic submissions preferred).
Additional Info: Employer Type: Education Institution Job Location: Salt Lake City, Utah
Mattel, Inc. is seeking a Senior Patent Counsel to join its team of IP professionals located at the company headquarters in El Segundo, CA. This is an outstanding opportunity to join a top-tier law department at an iconic company, named one of Fortune Magazine's Top 100 Places to Work for 2007 and 2008. This individual will play a critical part of Mattel's product innovation process, advising design and development teams and business leaders throughout the product life cycle. In particular, he or she will be responsible for Mattel's day-to-day product clearance activity, including analyzing new products and evaluating patent search reports; supervising the filing and prosecution of U.S. and foreign patent applications; and managing patent claims and litigation as needed.
The role includes considerable hands-on interaction with outside patent and litigation counsel, as well as the responsibility to render strategic advice to design, development and business constituencies on all aspects of the patent prosecution and enforcement process. Specifically, the position is charged with delivering cost-effective and timely business solutions while balancing the legal and practical needs of the Company.
Experience - External: • 5+ years of experience in a law firm or in-house as a practicing Attorney. • Outstanding interpersonal skills, with the ability to work together collaboratively with professionals from across the organization, including engineering, design, sales, marketing, and finance • Thorough knowledge of patent concepts, practices and procedures, with solid expertise in substantive and procedural requirements of domestic and international patent prosecution in mechanical and/or electrical arts • Ideal candidate will have top analytical, research and drafting skills and knowledge of federal and international regulations and procedures governing patent matters.
Additional requirements include: • JD or LLM from an ABA accredited law school required • Active membership in good standing in at least one state bar association required (California is preferred) • Must be admitted to practice before the USPTO in patent cases • Experience with patent licensing in consumer products field preferred • Some patent litigation experience preferred • Other relevant intellectual property experience with trademark, copyright, trade dress and/or trade secret is helpful, though not required • Strong academic credentials, excellent analytical, communication and organizational skills. • Ability to provide top-quality, proactive, efficient and effective legal support in a fast-moving environment. • Ability to multi-task and work under deadlines.
Mattel is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer
Contact: Interested applicants visit the careers section of Mattel's website to apply.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Large Corporation Job Location: El Segundo, California
Mattel is the worldwide leader in the design, manufacture and marketing of toys and family products. The Mattel family is comprised of such best-selling brands as Barbie®, the most popular fashion doll ever introduced, Hot Wheels®, Matchbox®, American Girl®, Radica® and Tyco® R/C, as well as Fisher-Price® brands, including Little People®, Power Wheels® and a wide array of entertainment-inspired toy lines. With global headquarters in El Segundo, Calif., Mattel employs more than 30,000 people in 43 countries and territories and sells products in more than 150 nations.
At Mattel, we have a vision to be The World's Premier Toy Brands - Today and Tomorrow. We will achieve this vision because our people are creative and energetic, thriving on innovation and passion for the business. Mattel is committed to supporting and developing employees and their career goals with a host of meaningful advantages and opportunities, including ongoing professional development through our global Leadership Development Center, on-site childcare and a fitness and recreation center.
Mattel makes some of the world's most innovative and beloved toys each and every year ' brands like Barbie, Hot Wheels, Fisher-Price and American Girl top the list. Our toys have put millions of smiles on the faces of many generations of children around the world.
And our employees also have a lot to smile about. In January 2009, Mattel was again named to FORTUNE Magazine's prestigious '100 Best Companies to Work for' list, ranking number 48, up 22 spots from number 70 in 2008. The company was ranked in 2008 as one of the 'Best Places to Work' by Los Angeles Business Journal. Mattel also is recognized by Forbes Magazine as one of 2007's 100 Most Trustworthy U.S. Companies.
Huawei Technologies USA, the US subsidiary of Huawei Technologies Co.,Ltd., has a newly-established Senior Patent Counsel position to be staffed out of the US subsidiary’s Plano, Texas headquarters. Huawei is a leader in providing next generation telecommunications networks, and now serves 36 of the world's top 50 operators, along with over one billion users worldwide.
Responsibilities: • The successful candidate will ideally have 8 - 10 years of in-house and private law firm experience with a particular emphasis on patent procurement, prosecution and portfolio management. • Have prior patent and/or technology licensing experience. • Critical review and management of outside counsel engaged in patent procurement activities on behalf of Huawei, as well as attending to internal preparation and prosecution of U.S. and foreign patent applications. • Support of Chief Patent Counsel in general intellectual property activities on behalf of Huawei. • Rendering of comprehensive intellectual property support to one or more domestic client groups, as well as management of related patent review boards. • Have strong ability to analyze and communication of complex technical and legal issues to a primarily domestic client base. • Render legal and technical support for patent assertion/licensing negotiations. • Supervise and mentor junior patent engineering staff from Huawei’s foreign offices as to patent application drafting, prosecution and practice procedures before the US Patent & Trademark Office.
Qualifications: • License to practice law in the United States, and preferably in the State of Texas • Registration to practice before the US Patent & Trademark Office • Possess excellent oral and written communications skills • Possess excellent patent legal and analytical skills, including demonstrated ability to independently formulate and draft appropriate responses to office actions, and advise clients as to various intellectual property issues • Candidates must possess a strong technical background in Electrical Engineering, Physics and/or • • • • Computer Science; prior experience working within the telecommunications industry desirable, but not mandatory • Ideal candidate must have at least 8 to 10 years of experience in patent prosecution, opposition, and/or interference practice • Strong ability to work in multi-cultural environment • Limited domestic and international travel is required
Contact: Interested applicants should contact at Kimberly McDaniel kmcdaniel@huawei.com.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Large Corporation Job Location: Plano, Texas
Connolly Bove Lodge & Hutz, an IP and Business Law firm consistently ranked among the top US firms in patent litigation, seeks to expand in LA by adding lateral partners with significant patent and/or trademark litigation experience. Competitive compensation to be negotiated in view of levels of first/second chair litigation experience and portable business.
Contact: Interested candidates should contact Jean M. Hadley at jhadley@cblh.com.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Los Angeles, California
Morrison & Foerster is seeking patent prosecution attorneys in the Los Angeles office. They will handle cases involving electronics, semiconductor, electromechanical and software technologies. This includes counseling and litigation regarding issues of infringement and validity, regular participation in patent prosecution, and in appeal, reissue and reexamination proceedings. Additionally, several attorneys handle litigation issues concerning the mechanical arts, telecommunications, Internet, electronics hardware, licensing of patents, and corporate transactional matters involving intellectual property.
The Los Angeles office has immediate openings for patent prosecution associates with up to four years experience in patent law to join our growing patent prosecution practice. Candidates should have a technical background in the area of electrical engineering or computer science/engineering and have excellent academic credentials. We prefer an individual who has passed the patent bar and has substantial prosecution experience. Academic or work experience in LCD and/or mobile telephone technologies is a plus. We welcome any litigation or transactional experience. We are willing to pay relocation costs.
Contact: Attorney Recruiting Morrison & Foerster LLP 555 W. Fifth Street, Suite 3500 Los Angeles, CA 90013 Fax: (213) 892-5454 Email: LAAttyRecruit@mofo.com
How to Apply: Online at www.mofomojo.com; Via Email to LAAttyRecruit@mofo.com; By Mail to Nisha Pecolatto at Morrison & Foerster LLP, 555 W. Fifth Street, Suite 3500, Los Angeles, CA 90013; By Fax to (213) 892-5454.
Morrison & Foerster is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Los Angeles, California
Andrews Kurth LLP has a position available in its downtown Houston office for a partnership track associate patent attorney. Candidates should possess excellent academic credentials with a preferred undergraduate degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering. Ideal candidate would have 0-3 years of experience prosecuting patent applications in the field of oilfield tools and services. Candidates should be admitted to practice before the PTO. Practice includes all phases of intellectual property law for a national and international client base. Competitive salary and benefits.
Ultradent is seeking an in-house patent attorney based out of our headquarters. The successful candidate will focus on patent prosecution and opinion work, including analysis of infringement and enforcement situations. He/she will be responsible for management and maintenance of our patent portfolio. Integration and close interaction with our R&D department will be required.
Requirements: Candidates must have 5+ years of solid patent prosecution experience. A background in science is required (chemistry background is preferred.) Candidates must have a Juris Doctorate degree. Candidates must also be admitted to the bar of at least one State in the United States and must be admitted to the patent bar. The successful candidate must have an ethos of excellence and honesty /integrity, and be a team player.
Candidates will enjoy a 40 hour work week, great benefits, and an excellent work lifestyle.
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National Firm seeks Senior ANDA Litigator with proven track record of successful ANDA litigation. Top compensation, strong support and superb client list. Flexibility on location for the right candidate.
Contact: For consideration, please send resume and information in confidence to us at jobs@patentlyo.com. Use "Sponsored Listing" in the subject line.
Roche, one of the world's leading research-focused healthcare groups in the fields of pharmaceuticals and diagnostics, is seeking a patent attorney. The attorney will coordinate the IP activities for Ventana Medical Systems, Inc. within one or more business areas. Secure protection for the company's intellectual property and minimize the risk associated with bringing new discoveries and innovation to the marketplace by ensuring respect for the valid intellectual property rights of third parties.
Responsibilities: • Responsible for developing and implementing an IP strategy within one or more business areas. • Act as the primary contact for Ventana IP issues within one or more business areas. • Prepare, file and prosecute patent applications in the U.S. Patent Office in order to protect the company's investment in research and development. • Prepare written opinions on issues of patentability, patent infringement, patent validity and freedom-to-operate in order to minimize the business risk associated with bringing new discoveries and innovation to the marketplace. • Assist product development teams in designing products to avoid the valid patent claims of third parties in order to minimize the business risk associated with bringing new discoveries and innovation to the marketplace. • Provide general counseling on IP issues to the relevant business area(s) including functional groups such as business management, marketing, research and development and manufacturing. • Conduct trademark searching and opinions.
Requirements: • Undergraduate degree in one of the following: Lifesciences/chemistry/chemical engineering/biotechnology. • Advanced degree in the LifeSciences is preferred. Doctor of Jurisprudence, licensed to practice law in one or more of the 50 states. Licensed to practice law before the US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
Experience: At least three years experience in IP practice, including patent preparation and prosecution, licensing, trademark practice and client counseling. Experience in the patenting of in vitro diagnostic devices or pharmaceuticals. At least some experience within IP litigation matters.
Connolly Bove Lodge & Hutz, an IP and Business Law firm consistently ranked among the top US firms in patent litigation, seeks to expand in DC and LA by adding lateral partners with significant patent and/or trademark litigation experience. Competitive compensation to be negotiated in view of levels of first/second chair litigation experience and portable business.
Contact: Interested candidates should contact Jean Hadley at 302.252.3266 or at jhadley@cblh.com.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Los Angeles, California or Washington D.C.
Big clients. Wide array of IP work. Small firm atmosphere. Join the rapidly growing southern California firm of Myers Dawes Andras & Sherman LLP (MDAS) as a patent attorney or agent. Must have 3 or more years of experience with U.S. patent prosecution, preferably with electrical engineering (EE), physics or computer engineering. This leading boutique specializes in intellectual property matters and offers great hands-on experience; provides extraordinary responsibility and opportunities; and works with sophisticated technology and clients, from Fortune 100 companies to cutting edge start-ups. The successful applicant will enjoy a collegial small firm atmosphere, where associates and partners work cooperatively on challenging and diverse IP matters. This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of an expanding IP firm in southern California.
Contact: For confidential consideration, please submit the following to Mary Falcone at falcone@mdaslaw.com. Or call 949-223-9600.
• Your resume • USPTO Registration number • Relevant transcripts • A brief summary of the technology areas involved in patent prosecution • Estimate of patent applications written • Estimate of Office Action Responses • High quality writing sample
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Orange County & Los Angeles, California
Pacific Biosciences (PacBio) is seeking patent counsel. Headquartered in Menlo Park, Calif., PacBio is a startup biotechnology company developing a transformative single-molecule, real-time (SMRT™) DNA sequencing platform. PacBio’s goal is to commercialize SMRT DNA sequencing technology, eventually enabling sequencing of individual genomes as part of routine medical care. The company is currently venture funded by Kleiner Perkins Caufield & Byers, Mohr Davidow Ventures, Alloy Ventures, Maverick Capital, and others.
PacBio seeks the best and the brightest to join our world-class team. You must be creative, forward thinking, approach challenges with an innovative attitude, and enjoy being part of a highly interdisciplinary team. If this is you, we would like to hear from you.
Responsibilities:
• Assist in the preparation, prosecution and management of company intellectual property portfolio. • Assist in management of intellectual property aspects of commercialization of company products and services, including coordination of licensing programs, evaluating intellectual property considerations of products (freedom to operate, in-licensing, product marking, trademark, etc.). • Provide internal opinions on patent matters. • Manage outside patent counsel.
Requirements: • From 3 to 5 years experience preparing and prosecuting patents before the USPTO and other patent offices in law firm and/or corporate legal environment. • Registration to practice before USPTO. • J.D. and good academic credentials from respected law school. • Must have substantial technical background (advanced degree and/or substantial hands-on experience) in relevant field (biochemistry, molecular biology, analytical instrumentation, mechanical engineering, bioinformatics). • Must be capable of quickly understanding and effectively communicating broad ranging technologies. • Must be a member of California Bar Association in good standing. • Must have excellent written and oral communication skills. • Experience in IP transactions (licensing, acquisition, etc.).
Contact: For immediate consideration, submit your resume here. You may also visit our site and click on our Careers page to browse our other open positions.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Small Corporation Job Location: Menlo Park, California
Scitemex, a litigation support firm, offers experts in all areas of science, technology and medicine to serve the intellectual property needs of the legal community. We also offer a full range of chemical and analytical services, including pharmaceutical synthesis and characterization.
Contact:
For more information, please contact Dr. Jeffrey Winkler: winkler@scitemex.comor 610-731-5055.
Qualcomm is hiring Patent Counsel in San Diego and San Jose, California and Raleigh, North Carolina. The successful candidate 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.
