IP Patent Prosecution Associate – Law Firm – Menlo Park, Calif.

August 31, 2013- US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

The Silicon Valley office of Alston & Bird has an immediate opening for a Patent Prosecution associate with at least 4 years’ experience in the preparation and prosecution of patent applications and client counseling. A technical background in electrical engineering, computer engineering or computer science is required. Strong research, writing and advocacy skills are also required. The ideal candidate will have excellent academic credentials and strong interpersonal skills.

IP Associate – Law Firm – San Mateo, Calif.

August 29, 2013- US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Any / Other, Tech - Biotech, 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

Patent Agent – Corporation – Washington DC/Maryland/Northern Virginia Metro Region (Updated)

August 16, 2013- US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - West, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Our client, a leading technology company, is seeking a Patent Agent to join its thriving company.

The successful candidate will support one or more business segments of the Company, while working with in-house counsel, outside patent counsel, business area managers, technical leads, and inventors. Duties include: preparing, prosecuting, and filing patent applications, completing patent searching and IP clearances, providing IP training, and performing other activities in support of Company’s patent portfolio. In addition, there may be a modest amount of litigation and transactional support. The legal team member will report to the Director of Intellectual Property, who reports to the Company’s General Counsel.

The successful candidate will have 5+ years of experience in intellectual property law including patent application drafting, filing and prosecution (with experience in IP-related counseling, litigation, and licensing a plus), and 5+ years of technical experience in a field related to our client’s existing products. S/he will have excellent academic credentials and experience in a company and/or a major law firm.

Our client is looking for a creative and confident self-starter who is a team player, but is also comfortable working autonomously. S/he will be able to handle multiple activities and manage a variety of legal matters often under time pressure. The candidate must possess strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and oral) to establish credibility and facilitate an effective working relationship with a wide range of Company representatives. Other critical skills include business acumen, initiative, innovation, prioritization/time management, attention to detail, strategic thinking, goal and team orientation, and the ability to develop relationships with a variety of people at different levels and functions throughout the Company.

Responsibilities include:

Patent Application Drafting and Prosecution
- Draft US patent applications, and prosecute those applications, for one or more business units within the Company.
- Direct local patent counsel regarding foreign patent filings.
- Electronically file correspondence (including applications and office action responses) with the USPTO using Private PAIR system.

Patent Portfolio Management
- Counsel one or more business units within the Company regarding patent maintenance, abandonment and/or divestiture decisions.

Product Clearance
- Conduct and interpret prior art searches
- Conduct infringement analysis
- Reviewing, gathering and analyzing technical literature.
- Identify possible work-arounds
- Assess patent validity / develop invalidity analysis

Invention Disclosure Review
- Quickly reviewing and gaining an understanding of technical aspects of Company inventions and/or technical search concepts
- Perform extensive database research
- Evaluating the patentability of innovations
- Draft claim(s) for the invention

Litigation Support
- Conduct infringement analysis
- Assess patent validity / develop invalidity analysis
- Assist in the preparation, review, and submission of patent challenges (e.g. re-exams, reviews, pre-issuance submissions, and oppositions)

Conduct Training and Outreach
- Provide IP training to the business units in order to educate the JDSU technical and scientific community in IP matters
- Lead IP brainstorming with members of the business units
- Partner with business units to facilitate technology initiatives and IP protection

M&A Support
- Support patent portfolio evaluation

Requirements:
- USPTO registration
- Minimum of five (5) years as a certified patent agent.
- Ability to prepare and prosecute patent applications.
- Able to conduct patent searches and assessments.
- Engineering experience in one or more of: optical systems optical communication, communication test and measurement.
Preferences:
- Advanced degree, Master’s or PhD
- Relevant patent application drafting and prosecution experience
- Invention mining experience
- Patent, claim, prior art, and landscape analysis experience

Local candidates only.
Our client offers a very competitive and attractive compensation package. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a dynamic and thriving company.

Our client has engaged Solutus Legal Search, LLC on an exclusive basis. All submissions made directly to our client will be forwarded to Solutus for review and evaluation.

Contact:
Please submit your resume to search@solutuslegal.com.

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Corporation
Job Location: Washington DC/Maryland/Northern Virginia Metro Region

Senior IP Counsel – Large Corporation – Englewood, Colo.

August 9, 2013- US - Midwest, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Any / Other, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

DISH Network, in order to add to our team of talented people, we are currently seeking a Senior IP Counsel to oversee our intellectual property team. Responsibilities include supervising the preparation and prosecution of patent and trademark applications by in-house and outside counsel, providing infringement and clearance opinions, conducting patent licensing negotiations, investigating and assessing patent assertions by others, assisting with patent litigation and conducting IP related due diligence investigations.

Responsibilities include:
• Evaluate and value potential acquisition and licensing opportunities, including responding to patent assertions
• Negotiate and close resulting deals
• Work with the litigation team in resolving patent disputes, including analysis of asserted claims and developing settlement/licensing strategies

Education and Experience:
• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science or Physics, JD from an ABA accredited law school
• 7+ years of patent licensing experience with a demonstrated experience of closing significant deals

Skills and Qualifications:
• Admission to practice before the US Patent and Trademark Office and at least one US State Court preferred
• International experience a must
• Excellent patent analysis ability
• Ability to work internally and externally with multiple stakeholders and negotiate agreements with varying opinions
• Experience managing in-house and outside counsel
• High energy to perform and meet deadlines and growth goals
• Strong technical and legal background

Other Information:
• Medical, Health Savings Account, dental and vision insurance
• Flexible spending options and Employee Assistance Plan
• 401(k) and Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program
• Training opportunities
• FREE DISH Network Satellite TV System and Programming
• Opportunity for a level of responsibility that could take years to reach in other companies

DISH Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace.

Contact:
Apply online by visiting this link: http://tinyurl.com/mafdcma.

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Englewood, Colorado

DISH Network is an innovative industry leader distinguished by its pioneering spirit. Ever since our establishment in 1980, we’ve been the ideal workplace for people with adventurous spirit and creativity, smart risk takers and aggressive winners - all those for whom the status quo just isn’t enough. Our Fortune 200 Company continues to define the curve in television entertainment. We are always improving and extending our products and delivering greater value to people, including our workforce of 20,000 plus. Come explore the big picture with us!

Intelligence. Creativity. Innovation. These are the things you’ll find at DISH Network, the pioneer in television entertainment. We offer flexible career paths for dynamic, talented individuals who are ready to be rewarded and recognized. It’s our way of giving back to exceptional people who have kept us at the forefront of our industry.

Patent Prosecution Associate – Law Firm – Denver, Colo.

August 8, 2013- US - Midwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Work - Patent Prosecution

Faegre Baker Daniels seeks an Associate to join our thriving Denver Intellectual Property Group. Faegre Baker Daniels is an Am Law 100 firm with offices located throughout the U.S., and in Europe, and China. Our IP practice includes all areas of intellectual property law for a national and international client base. Successful candidates will have 2-4 years experience in patent preparation and prosecution and will be a member of the patent bar for at least 2 years. Additionally, the candidate must have a Ph.D. in a biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, or related field as well as excellent academic credentials, strong writing skills and professional recommendations. Transactional and patent opinion/analysis support experience is a plus. This position offers competitive compensation and unlimited potential for professional growth.

Patent Attorney – Small Corporation – Salt Lake City, Utah

July 30, 2013- US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

IP Associate – Law Firm – Denver, Colo.

July 30, 2013- US - Midwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical

HolzerIPLaw, PC is seeking a professional full-time Intellectual Property Associate Attorney with excellent interpersonal skills, a strong desire to learn, and an ongoing interest in technology and innovation to join our small, dynamic law firm. Candidates must have a background in Mechanical Engineering/Materials or Physics, 1-5 years of IP experience, and be registered with the USPTO. This position is located in Denver, CO.

Patent and Trademark Search Analyst – Large Corporation – Nationwide (Remote)

July 6, 2013- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Midwest, - US - Northeast, - US - Northwest, - US - NYC, - US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - Southwest, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Any / Other

Cardinal Intellectual Property, an Intellectual Property Search and Services company, is seeking a Patent Search Analyst. Analysts are responsible for conducting patentability, infringement, validity, freedom to operate, clearance, and landscape searches for our private clients, as well as performing search work through our government contract and rendering opinions* based on the search results. This role is free to work from a remote home office. Compensation is variable, based on production, providing the search professionals the ability to earn increased compensation with increased effort and/or efficiency.

*Please note: these opinions are not legal opinions. Cardinal IP is a legal services company, not a law firm.

Position Specifications:
• In the following technical areas a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree is required: Computer and Information Sciences; Chemical, Electrical, Mechanical, or Biomedical Engineering; Life Sciences; Physical Sciences
• In the areas of Biotechnology and/or Chemistry a minimum of a Masters Degree is required (PhD and/or JD preferred)
• Current high need areas are in the Mechanical, Biomedical, Electrical, and Computer arts.
• JD is a plus, but not required
• Prior art searching experience is a major plus
• Proficiency in database searching
• Excellent attention to details, analytical and critical thinking, proof-reading abilities, interpersonal communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to work effectively alone

Cardinal Intellectual Property is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.

Contact:
Apply online by visiting this link: http://www.cardinal-ip.com/careers/careers.html. Cardinal Intellectual Property, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Nationwide (Remote)

Cardinal Intellectual Property (CIP) is an Intellectual Property Services Company. Our staff includes scientists, patent agents, attorneys, and former patent examiners who conduct thorough, in-depth patent research and analysis. We also provide intellectual property monitoring services for docketing, trademarks and copyrights, competitive intelligence, litigation and licensing. Our offices are located in Evanston, only a few blocks from Northwestern's campus. You can visit our website, www.cardinal-ip.com, for more information

We currently employ over 100 scientific and legal professionals to conduct patent searches and analyses, working remotely via a secure Virtual Private Network-based extranet.

The company culture is creative, fast-paced and focused on massive growth. We work to foster an environment that promotes growth, appreciates diversity of thought, and provides continuous opportunities for development.

Senior IP Specialist – Law Firm – Boulder, Colo.

July 2, 2013- US - Midwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Any / Other, Work - Paralegal / Legal Secretary, Work - Patent Prosecution

Holland & Hart is seeking a Senior IP specialist (a hybrid patent prosecution paralegal/administrative patent portfolio manager) to support their growing electronics patent practice in Boulder, CO. Duties include supporting our patent attorneys in docket and practice management, the preparation and prosecution of patent applications at the USPTO, and performing a variety of patent support and administrative tasks.

Requirements

Qualifications:
Applicants must have substantial experience with patent prosecution, and the USPTO electronic file system. Superior attention to detail is required. Applicants must be proficient at using Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint), and have excellent oral and written communication skills. Patent paralegal experience is highly desirable, as is skill at producing Microsoft Visio documents. Applicants should have the interest and ability to deal with highly-technical subject matter, including cutting-edge computer and electrical material. Excitement about patents, a strong work ethic, and a drive to excel are all necessary.

Specific Duties: 1. Manage aspects of very large patent portfolios, and perform range of duties related to electronic internal file system; 2. Generate templates for patent applications, and responses to various Office Actions. These duties relate to filing/correspondence with USPTO, PCT, and foreign associates; 3. Prepare additional templates for various legal documents (Declaration, Powers of Attorney, Assignments); 4. Review formalities of filed patent documents to ensure proper form, including Filing Receipts, Declarations, Recordings, Information Disclosure Statements, allowed patents ready to issue, etc.); 5. Perform electronic filings at USPTO; and 6. Manage intake and opening of matters We offer outstanding benefits and a pleasant work environment.

Contact:
If you qualify and are interested in joining a dynamic friendly organization send resume to cmoe@hollandhart.com or fax to Charlene Moe 303-295-8261. No phone calls please.

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Boulder, Colorado

Patent Litigation Attorney – Law Firm – Irvine, Calif.

June 25, 2013- US - Southwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Work - Patent Litigation

Thomas Whitelaw, a boutique law firm based in Irvine, is seeking a new patent associate to support its growing intellectual property litigation. The successful candidate will be responsible for assessing assertion risks, drafting and analyzing infringement and invalidity contentions, factual and legal research, motion drafting, propounding and responding to discovery, as well as trial preparation and support. The position requires strong technical and analytical skills combined with a commitment to excellence. The candidate should have a B.S. in electrical or computer engineering. The candidate must be a member of the California bar, and it is desirable to be admitted to practice with the U.S. Patent Office.

Patent Associate/Agent – Law Firm – San Francisco, Calif.

June 14, 2013- US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Vierra Magen Marcus LLP, a nationally ranked boutique intellectual property law firm, is seeking motivated patent associates or patent agents with 1+ years patent prosecution experience with EE and/or CS degrees.

Firm Atmosphere:
Vierra Magen was founded with the principles of providing top notch legal service to its large client base, while at the same time providing a friendly, collegial and relaxed environment for its attorneys, agents and staff. We remain true to these principals as we continue to grow. The firm has been ranked as the top boutique IP law firm in the nation by IP TodayTM.

Compensation:
We provide a competitive base salary and benefits package. Our policy is to reward those reaching or exceeding the requested annual billed hours with a bonus, above and beyond the base salary. The bonus is based on a straight percentage of collected billings. Our attorneys choose their own balance between work and social life. Though by no means expected, those choosing to work “big firm" hours will be rewarded with net compensations schemes competitive with or exceeding those of big firms.

Firm Clients:
Our clients include some of the largest and most technology-driven companies in the world, including Microsoft Corporation, Sandisk Corporation and Computer Associates, as well as a wide variety of smaller businesses and start-ups. These clients have come to rely on us for our detailed personal attention to their IP needs and our unsurpassed technical expertise. Each attorney at Vierra Magen is given close and direct client contact, including meeting with inventors and management, and working directly with inventors to prepare and file patent applications.

Mentoring:
At Vierra Magen, we understand the importance of training and feedback. The firm provides each attorney with ample supervision, education and review of their work product to ensure development in the fundamentals and subtleties of patent practice.

Offices:
Our offices are in the world-class Market Center buildings in the heart of downtown San Francisco, with views of the San Francisco Bay, Transamerica Building and financial district.

Contact:
If you are interested in speaking with us about a position at Vierra Magen, please send your resume to: Hiring Partner, Vierra Magen Marcus & DeNiro LLP, 575 Market Street, Suite 3750, or email hiringpartner [at] vierramagen.com

Please, only those with patent prosecution experience in electronics and computer software need apply.

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: San Francisco, California

Patent Agent – Large Corporation – Newport, Calif.

June 12, 2013- US - Southwest, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Work - Patent Agent

Glidewell Laboratories is seeking a Patent Agent to work in its Newport, California offices.

Patent Agent – Large Corporation – Carlsbad, Calif.

June 2, 2013- US - Southwest, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Agent

ViaSat, Inc. is seeking a Patent Agent to work in their Carlsbad, California, offices.

Job Responsibilities:
Enhancing communication all around the globe… Our customers range from Commercial to Government making us complex, yet flexible in meeting the world’s communication needs. Each group at ViaSat contributes to the launch of every satellite, how exciting is that?

As a Patent Agent you will utilize your legal expertise by supporting one or more business areas through working with in-house counsel, outside patent counsel, business area managers, technical leads, and inventors. You will prepare and prosecute patent applications, patent searching, and other activities in support of company’s patent portfolio.

Requirements:
• USPTO registration
• Ability to function in a dynamic team-oriented environment
• Engineering experience in one or more of: optical systems, radio frequency electronics, satellite technology, computer networking/Internet, cloud computing, antennas, digital signal processing, information assurance
• Bachelor’s degree in EE, CS or related field with relevant experience
• Ability to travel up to 10%
• U.S. Citizenship or Lawful Permanent Residence status may be required for some projects in which case, verification of such status will be required upon accepting employment

Preferences:
• Advanced degree, Master’s or PhD
• Patent drafting and prosecution
• Invention harvesting
• Landscape analysis
• PCT/International patent

This is a unique opportunity to work with challenging and fun technology in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. You will work at our beautiful Carlsbad Headquarters location situated only 5 minutes away from local beaches.

Drive your career to ViaSat where every day you know your expertise makes a difference to the company, your team and our customers! If you are excited by this opportunity, submit your resume. It only takes a few minutes and could start you on your new path to a fulfilling career at ViaSat.

Contact:
Apply online by visiting this link: http://www.viasat.com/careers.

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

Patent Attorney/Agent – Law Firm – Multiple Locations

May 21, 2013- US - NYC, - US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm

Shvarts & Leiz LLP is a full-service patent law firm serving high-tech clients from offices in Palo Alto and New York. We are seeking talented and motivated associates and patent agents for our CA and NY/NJ offices. Responsibilities will generally include patent prosecution and patent clearances including opinion drafting, but exposure to other practice areas, including post-grant practice will be likely.

Patent Prosecutor – Law Firm – Multiple Locations

May 13, 2013- US - Northwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Work - Patent Prosecution

AMPACC Law Group, PLLC is a patent boutique firm seeking a patent attorney or agent having at least 2 years of patent prosecution experience. AMPACC’s practice areas include semiconductor devices, circuits, signal processing, storage systems, wireless communication, and networking. While a Bachelor of Science, graduate degree, or other experience related to any of those fields is preferred, it is not required. The right candidate will be highly motivated and willing to learn new technologies, and will have a strong work ethic and excellent writing and organizational skills.

Patent Hacker – Small Corporation – San Francisco, Calif.

May 9, 2013- US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Work - Licensing / Other Corporate

Lookout Mobile Security is seeking a Patent Hacker. At Lookout, we build amazing products that help people all over the world stay safe while using their mobile devices. Every day, we're hard at work inventing new technologies and ideas that allow Lookout to be absolutely simple to use, but remarkably effective. Plus, the problems we get to work on are really fun.

The same way you might have title proving your ownership of a house or car, we care about having title to our inventions (i.e. patents). We certainly don't like the software patent shenanigans that have been going on lately, but at Lookout we're building real and valuable technology and we don't think it's fair for someone to come along and blatantly copy everything we work so hard to build. The way we use patents at Lookout helps protect our hard work and defend ourselves from frivolous lawsuits.

Patents are fun. Writing good patents is an extremely challenging, yet fascinating, problem. You need to take an invention and get to the heart of what makes it special, then figure out how to describe it in a sufficiently broad way to capture the whole invention (and not just a particular implementation) while making sure there aren't easy ways to design around it. We call it patent hacking because writing solid patents is a creative process that has a lot in common with building (and breaking) software—you need to think of all the ways you can make something work and all of the ways you can circumvent how it was designed to work.

What you'll do:
You'll take a leadership role, working directly with the Principal Patent Engineer, helping to build an extremely valuable patent portfolio focused on mobile devices.

Your goal will be to help turn ideas from people throughout the company (as well as your own) into valuable patents. You'll to help prioritize what we choose to patent, work with inventors to distill their ideas, then work with our patent counsel to file robust patent disclosures and participate in the prosecution process to get high quality patents issued. Of course, while on the path of inventing the future, you'll get to play with and hack on all of the latest smartphone, tablets, and web technologies.

Requirements:
• Have broad knowledge of how various types of software systems work. For example, you should have expert-level knowledge of how everything from backend web services to mobile device software and operating systems work. You probably have a software engineering background, though not necessarily.
• An excellent writer and grammarian with a penchant for clear, concise language.
• A reductionist thinker: be able to grok a complex idea, simmer it down to its essence, and carve it up into logical pieces. Thinking in metaphors helps.
• A hacker—you should have a mindset both of building things and trying to break them.
• Want to make the world a better place—at the end of the day, we measure our worth by our users' happiness.

Contact:
Apply online using this link: https://www.lookout.com/about/careers?jvi=oUaXWfwH.

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: San Francisco, California

Patent Attorney (Mechanical) – Law Firm – Salt Lake City, Utah

May 3, 2013- US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Mechanical

Patent Prosecution Attorney/Agent – Law Firm – San Jose, Calif.

April 24, 2013- US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Fahmi Sellers Embert & Davitz, a boutique law firm focusing on patent prosecution and IPR practice. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years experience with patent prosecution in the electrical and/or computer science arts and a degree in electrical engineering, software engineering, computer science, or a related field.