IP Specialist – Corporation – Auckland, New Zealand

August 18, 2023New Zealand, Tech - Biotech, Work - Intellectual Property

Ruminant Biotech Corp Ltd (RBT) has one purpose, to make a big difference in climate change by materially reducing the amount of methane put into the atmosphere by ruminant livestock (Cattle, Sheep, Deer, Goats).

We are at the cutting edge of biotech, developing slow-release products to put inside ruminant animals to eliminate methane production. This is a challenging design problem, involving the intersection of both materials’ science and chemistry. Protecting the IP, we develop is very important to us, and we need a top specialist to drive this exciting work.

The Role

Primary Duties include:

Driving Patent prosecution, including formulating responses to office actions (in conjunction with RBT’s external patent counsel).
Drafting Patent applications.
Overseeing preparation of invention disclosures.
Patent portfolio development, including working closely with the R&D Team to develop patents and drive the data required for their prosecution.
Working with RBT’s external IP Attorneys in New Zealand, Australia, the EU and the US to develop a coherent global patent strategy.
Assisting with licensing agreements for RBT’s IP.
Managing IP defence.
Monitoring competitor activities and new developments in the patent landscape.
Highlighting risks and opportunities to the CEO and R&D Committee of the Board.

Qualified candidates will have:

2-7 years of experience in patent application preparation and prosecution, with experience in pharmaceuticals, animal health, biotech, or life sciences a plus; and
A strong science background, with a BSc or equivalent qualification.
Experience in preparing invention disclosures, patent applications and office action replies.
Experience in developing and managing a global portfolio of patents and keeping it in good standing.
Experience in developing search strategies for freedom to operate investigations and analyzing the search results to assess potential third-party risks.
Being a qualified New Zealand patent attorney is a positive but is not essential, but you will need to be able to work/apply for a visa to work in New Zealand.

What we are looking for:

Extensive experience managing Intellectual Property or a qualified and practiced Patent Attorney.
Agile and responsive.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Strong interpersonal skills and collaboration.
Flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.
Motivated and driven to deliver results.

Benefits:

Join a highly innovative company with exciting technology and huge potential to solve a critical global challenge.
A purpose driven company culture, you’ll be helping make a genuine difference.
Competitive remuneration package.
Scope to grow and develop as the company does.
High degree of autonomy within a flexible working environment.

To Apply:

Email your CV and a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role to: Emma Hunter, Legal Counsel emma.hunter@ruminantbiotech.com or to discuss this opportunity further, please call Emma Hunter on +64 21 753 701. Applications close 5pm Friday 1 September 2023.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Other
Job Location: Auckland, New Zealand

Associate Director, Senior Counsel IP (Intellectual Property) – Corporation – Duluth, GA – Hybrid

August 3, 2023- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Telecommute, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Intellectual Property

As an employee of Boehringer Ingelheim, you will actively contribute to the discovery, development, and delivery of our products to our patients and customers. Our global presence provides opportunity for all employees to collaborate internationally, offering visibility and opportunity to directly contribute to the companies' success. We realize that our strength and competitive advantage lie with our people. We support our employees in several ways to foster a healthy working environment, meaningful work, diversity and inclusion, mobility, networking, and work-life balance. Our competitive compensation and benefit programs reflect Boehringer Ingelheim's high regard for our employees.

The AD, Sr. Counsel IP (Intellectual Property) supports Boehringer Ingelheim's Animal Health global biotech patent team by providing legal services to Clients in Boehringer Ingelheim’s Animal Health division, typically at the Executive Director level and below. This level of counseling provided requires an in-depth knowledge of U.S. patent law and practice, familiarity with patent prosecution practice in Europe and other jurisdictions as well as having a sound scientific background in biotech-related life sciences. Duties for this role include preparing, filing and prosecuting patent applications in the U.S. as well as managing and coordinating the global prosecution of Boehringer Ingelheim’s patent applications.

Responsibility for this role also includes drafting and reviewing intellectual property provisions in agreements and providing patentability and freedom to operate assessments of internal and third-party intellectual property rights. In addition to one area of expertise (e.g., patents), the incumbent must have begun developing skills and acumen in an additional area of law and have a clear understanding of the Animal Health or related business environment in which legal advice is rendered. The incumbent must utilize their legal background, and strong knowledge of the business, to move the business forward by providing sound legal counsel and advice.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Prepares, usually independently, legal documents, including letters, notices, legal opinions, contracts, patent applications, administrative filings, etc.
Identifies inventions, prepares and files patent applications.
Prosecutes patent applications in the U.S. and instructs foreign agents in the prosecution of corresponding applications in their jurisdictions.
Provides advice to clients on questions related to patentability, infringement and freedom to operate of Intellectual Property (IP) rights.
Participates in IP due diligence activities for in-licensing or acquisition projects.
Participates in & supports patent oppositions and other post-grant administrative proceedings.
Influences clients by identifying and communicating risks associated with complex business activities within the IP legal area. Helps identify risks in outside lawyer's legal area; provides training and business advice to clients on legal issues within lawyer’s expertise.
Partners with clients by looking beyond immediate business issue and identifying broader business purposes.
Proactively applies legal framework to both the specific business activity and the broader business purposes.
Develops alternative legal solutions to enable the achievement of successful outcomes.
Usually leads with other in-house and outside counsel where appropriate.
Manages (directly / indirectly) assistants and other department members.
Mentors and/or trains junior attorneys, paralegals, support team and/or others in department.
Keeps current with evolving legal and business issues within area of expertise and clients.

Requirements:

Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school; at least six (6) to eight (8) years relevant legal experience; admission to at least one State bar.
A sound background and education (preferably graduate degree) in a biotech-life science field such as for example biotechnology, molecular biology, microbiology, biochemistry, immunology or vaccine research.
Must be registered to practice at the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills; demonstrates discretion and ability to maintain confidentiality of information.

Preferred:

Expert understanding of state and federal laws, regulations and policies in at least one specialized legal area.
Strong working knowledge of laws, regulations and policies in a second specialized legal area.
Ability to interpret and apply such laws, regulations and policies to inform business activities.
Ability to apply law to complex business situations.

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.
Must be willing to take a drug test and post-offer physical (if required).
Must be 18 years of age or older.

Apply online at:
https://jobs.boehringer-ingelheim.com/job/Duluth-AD-Sr_-Counsel-IP-%28-Intellectual-Property-%29-Unit/950923901/

Include a resume with your submission.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Duluth, GA - Hybrid

Patent Associate EE/C.S. – Law Firm – Washington, D.C.

July 14, 2023- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Intellectual Property

Duane Morris LLP has an opening for an associate with at least 3-5 years of experience to join its growing Intellectual Property practice group. Ideal candidate should have an Electrical Engineering or Computer Science degree and experience in preparing and prosecuting patent applications directed to software technologies, including the fields of AI and machine learning, encryption technology, wireless communications, mobile communications, autonomous vehicles, virtual reality, and big data processing. Candidate will be comfortable communicating with the client and PTO. We are looking for candidates who possess strong academic credentials, superior writing ability, a quick-study aptitude and ability to engender client confidence and thrive in a creative, entrepreneurial and collegial environment. Candidate should be resident in D.C. office. USPTO admission required along with bar admission in D.C. EOE/AA/M/F/D/V.

IP Counsel – Corporation – Anderson, SC

April 12, 2023- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Intellectual Property

TTI Consumer Power Tools, Inc d/b/a TTI Power Equipment (“TTIPE”) is seeking to fill an in-house Intellectual Property Counsel position located at its Anderson, South Carolina office. TTIPE is a global leader in quality consumer and professional power tools and outdoor products, designing and developing products under brands including RYOBI, HART, and RIDGID. We offer competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package including tuition assistance, 401(k), medical/dental/vision coverage, vacation, and holidays.

Associate – Law firm – Northern Virginia or Remote

February 3, 2023- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Work - Intellectual Property, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution, Work - Trademark

Key IP Law Group, PLLC, a small law firm, is seeking an associate to work in northern Virginia or remotely.

Lateral IP Attorney – Law Firm – South Carolina, Tennessee, or Remote

December 31, 2022- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Telecommute, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Attorney, Work - Intellectual Property, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution, Work - Trademark

Thrive IP is an IP boutique based in Charleston, South Carolina. We are looking for an attorney with at least five years experience and a portable client base to join our practice. We can provide excellent back office support for your practice.

IP Patent Litigation Associate (Hybrid Schedule) – Law Firm – Atlanta, GA

December 5, 2022- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Work - Intellectual Property, Work - Patent Litigation

Duane Morris LLP seeks an patent litigation associate with at least 1-4 years of sophisticated, complex litigation, preferably in federal court, for its Atlanta office. Candidate must have strong writing skills and the ability to work independently and possess a strong, positive presence and advocacy ability. Stellar academics and research skills along with entrepreneurial drive and initiative are preferred; technical degree and/or background in defending patent litigation cases preferred but not required. GA bar admission required. EOE/AA/M/F/D/V.

IP Associate – Law Firm – Frisco, TX

November 9, 2022- US - Southwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Intellectual Property, Work - Patent Litigation

Scheef & Stone LLP, a large law firm, is seeking an IP Associate to work in Frisco, TX.

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – All Locations (Cloud and Physical Offices) 

October 26, 2022- US - Telecommute, Work - Attorney, Work - Intellectual Property

Schwegman is seeking qualified patent attorneys having strong technical skills in computer science, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or advanced degrees in chemistry/biotech. We are particularly interested in candidates with 5+ years of experience in drafting and prosecuting patent applications. Industry experience in a technical field and advanced technical degrees are also of particular interest.

Attorneys at Schwegman may be exposed to technical information that may be subject to U.S. Export Control laws. Therefore, proof of U.S. citizenship or permanent residency ("Green Card") status may be required before consideration for a position.

About Schwegman Lundberg & Woessner :

Schwegman Lundberg & Woessner is a boutique law firm dedicated to the practice of intellectual property law. This means everyone at Schwegman is on the same page and there is no competition between departments for staffing, technology, and other issues that deter attorneys from focusing on their clients’ needs. In other words, we play well with each other.

Schwegman focuses on strategic patent portfolio planning and management, infringement, validity and clearance investigations, opinions and all phases of intellectual property prosecution practice. This includes preparation and prosecution of patent applications, appeals, re-examinations, interferences and foreign oppositions. Schwegman cooperates with and advises clients’ litigation firms regarding their intellectual property litigation. In this fashion, Schwegman is able to provide its clients with a realistic appraisal of litigation risks and can better fulfill its mission of providing excellent quality corporate IP services.

Benefits :

Medical and dental insurance
Cafeteria "flex" benefits plan
Life insurance
Long- and short-term disability
401(k) retirement savings plan
Tuition reimbursement
CLE/training funds
Monthly parking allowance
Home computer purchase allowance
Cell phone allowance

As part of its continued efforts to actively recruit and advance the recruitment, development, and promotion of diverse lawyers Schwegman Lundberg & Woessner is participating in Diversity Lab’s Midsize Mansfield Rule initiative.  The Mansfield Rule is named for Arabella Mansfield, the first woman admitted to practice law in the United States.  It measures whether law firms affirmatively consider diverse lawyers for promotions, senior-level hiring and significant leadership roles.  Under this initiative, we strive for a candidate pool consisting of at least 30% women, racial and ethnic minority attorneys, attorneys with disabilities, and/or LGBTQ+ attorneys for all lateral partner and mid-to-senior-level associate hires.

Schwegman Lundberg & Woessner is an Equal Opportunities Employer

Apply online at:
hcosentino@slwip.com

Include resume, writing sample, and transcripts with your submission.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: All Locations (Cloud and Physical Offices) 

Intellectual Property Patent Agent or Technical Specialist – Biotechnology/Biochemistry – Law Firm – Chicago, Denver, Fort Wayne, Indianapolis, Minneapolis, Philadelphia, Washington DC, or Wilmington

October 9, 2022- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Midwest, - US - Southwest, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Intellectual Property, Work - Patent Agent

Faegre Drinker is actively recruiting an Intellectual Property Patent Agent or Technical Specialist to join our thriving Intellectual Property practice. This position offers the opportunity to be involved with all aspects of patent preparation and prosecution in our Chicago, Denver, Fort Wayne, Indianapolis, Minneapolis, Philadelphia, Washington DC, or Wilmington offices.

Life Sciences Patent Litigation Associate – Law Firm – New York, NY

October 6, 2022- US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Work - Intellectual Property

Steptoe & Johnson’s New York office is looking for a Life Sciences Patent Litigation Associate with 2 to 6 years of experience to join its rapidly growing IP practice. Ideal candidates will have a strong science background, with at least an undergraduate degree—if not a master’s or Ph.D.—in a life science, e.g. biology, chemistry, immunology, pharmacology, or biomedical engineering. Strong academic credentials, as well as outstanding organizational, interpersonal, and writing skills, are required.

Intellectual Property- Staff Scientist, Patent Agent, or Junior/Mid-Level Associate (Biology) – Law Firm – Boston, MA

September 22, 2022- US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Work - Intellectual Property, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Choate, Hall & Stewart LLP, a large law firm, is seeking a staff scientist, patent agent or 1st to 4th-year associate with a strong technical background in biological sciences. Advanced degree required (Ph.D. preferred; will consider a Master’s degree with substantial industry experience). Experience drafting and prosecuting patent applications and conducting IP due diligence and FTO analyses required. Some litigation and/or post-grant experience useful. Registration with the USPTO preferred; prior firm experience helpful. Candidates must have: an excellent academic record, superior organizational and communication skills (written and oral), a demonstrated commitment to providing exceptional client service and a creative and entrepreneurial perspective on IP. Please apply with a resume, transcripts and a writing sample.

Intellectual Property Senior Associate or Counsel (EE/CS) – Law Firm – Flexible Location

September 19, 2022Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Intellectual Property

Duane Morris LLP has an opening for a senior associate or counsel with at least 7+ years’ experience to join its growing Intellectual Property practice group. Ideal candidate must have an Electrical Engineering degree or Computer Science degree and significant experience in preparing and prosecuting high tech patent applications (US and PCT) in the fields of AI and machine learning, encryption technology, wireless communications, mobile communications, autonomous vehicles, virtual reality, and software prosecution in general. We are looking for candidates who are self-starters, can work independently and supervise and train junior associates who have a quick-study aptitude, with an ability to engender client confidence and thrive in a creative, entrepreneurial and collegial environment. USPTO admission required. Flexible location along with bar admission in jurisdiction of practice. EOE/AA/M/F/D/V.

IP Attorney (Electrical / Computer Sciences) – Law Firm – McLean, VA with remote option

September 10, 2022- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Telecommute, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Intellectual Property

Calderon Safran & Cole P.C., Intellectual Property Law Firm located in prestigious Tysons Corner, Virginia seeks a registered Patent Attorney/Agent with experience in patent preparation and prosecution experience, and a degree in computer/software technologies or electrical engineering. Experience drafting patent applications in computer/software related arts required. The ideal candidate will have some portable business, but not required.

Manager, Intellectual Property – Major University – College Park, Maryland

July 12, 2022- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Educational, Intellectual Property, Tech - Any / Other, Work - Intellectual Property

University of Maryland is seeking to hire an Intellectual Property (IP) Manager to oversee its voluminous and diverse portfolio of intellectual property rights.

The IP Manager is responsible for managing, identifying, obtaining, and maintaining appropriate intellectual property protection by

analyzing invention disclosures, understanding invention features, providing analysis and recommendations, and performing substantive and procedural tasks associated with the filing, protection, and maintenance of intellectual property on assigned cases;
monitoring and updating intellectual property records for completeness and accuracy;
ensuring timely communication and that filing and response due dates are met; and
providing reporting metrics for UMD’s IP portfolio.

The IP Manager reports to the Senior IP Manager. The Manager, Intellectual Property will interact with and advise inventors, UM Ventures’ licensing staff, licensees, and outside counsel on patent strategy, conveying patent rules, IP policies (University System of Maryland and University of Maryland), and Bayh-Dole Act requirements.

Requirements:

(1) Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in engineering, physical, life, or computer sciences, or related field with six (6) years of experience; or Masters degree in engineering, physical, life, or computer sciences, or related field.

Experience developing prior art search strategies, analyzing prior art search results, and advising on patentability.
Experience or familiarity with licensing, technology transfer, and/or provisions of the Bayh-Dole Act.
Experience using IP management systems, USPTO systems, patent search tools, Microsoft Office, and Google apps

(2) Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal).
Strong organizational and analytical skills.
Strong consultative skills with the confidence and ability to enforce rules.
Ability to work independently and in teams.
Ability to convey and apply patent rules, IP policies, and Bayh-Dole Act.
Ability to handle sensitive matters with discretion, tact, and confidentiality.
Computer literacy with standard word processing, MS Office Suite (i.e., Excel, Word,
PowerPoint), email, Internet applications, and USPTO systems (EFS-Web, PAIR).

Preferences:

JD; Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in engineering, science, or related field
Two (2) years of experience managing an IP portfolio in an in-house setting (university, corporate, or government) preferred.

University experience preferred.
Admitted to and member in good standing of the patent bar, or eligible for admission within 1 year of hire, is preferred.

Additional Certification:

Registered and in good standing to practice before the United States Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO) is preferred.

Apply online at: https://ejobs.umd.edu/postings/97193. You will be asked to provide a Resume, Cover Letter, Unofficial Transcript, and List of References.

Additional Info
Employer Type: University
Job Location: College Park, Maryland

Patent Agent – Small Corporation – Remote

June 8, 2022- US - Telecommute, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech, Work - Intellectual Property, Work - Patent Agent

Freenome Holdings, Inc., a small corporation, is seeking a Patent Agent to work remotely. Freenome is a biotechnology company based in South San Francisco that has pioneered the most comprehensive multiomics platform for early cancer detection.

Role Description/Responsibilities:

Draft patent applications; analyze and respond to office actions
Perform freedom-to-operate and patentability analyses
Attend internal scientific meetings to monitor and capture innovation
Collaborate closely with R&D to perform comprehensive searches of patent databases for invalidity, patentability, landscape, licensing, litigation risks, and freedom to operate
Develop and maintain a broad understanding of the business, including Freenome’s research, products and product development, (licensed and/or acquired), and our existing IP portfolio
Ensure detailed instructions are provided to researchers and inventors regarding legal requirements of a patentable invention. Assists in the construction of extensive invention disclosures.
Perform extensive critical reviews of patents, patent applications, patent amendments, patent opinions, and other patent-related documents for technical accuracy and full protection of company inventions
Assist the Director and business leaders on patent issues
Research and make recommendations on new USPTO regulations or other changes related to patent prosecution
Collaborate with outside patent attorneys and paralegals to draft and prosecute patent applications

Role Requirements:

Doctorate in a life science discipline required
USPTO registration in good standing
At least five years of IP experience in biotech or IVD industry and/or law firm serving biotech or IVD clients with US and international prosecution
Experience with NGS, genomics, proteomics technologies, and in-vitro diagnostics preferred
Strong analytical and research skills, including experience with patent and non-patent literature databases
Experience performing freedom-to-operate and patentability analyses
Outstanding attention to detail combined with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate and communicate clearly across the organization

Apply online at:
https://careers.freenome.com/job?gh_jid=5869588002

Additional Info
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: Remote

Legal Secretary – Intellectual Property – Law Firm – Alexandria, VA

September 27, 2021- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Work - Intellectual Property

Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney PC is seeking an intellectual property legal secretary to work in their offices in Alexandria, VA.

Intellectual Property Associate – Law Firm – Multiple U.S. Locations

August 27, 2021Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Work - Intellectual Property

Duane Morris LLP has an opening for an associate with 2-5 years' experience to join its growing Intellectual Property practice group. Ideal candidate must have an electrical engineering or computer science degree and experience in drafting patent applications in the AI and machine learning space. The ideal candidate will also have experience with providing technical litigation support, such as preparing invalidity contentions and charts and preparing infringement contentions and charts. Candidate will have strong academic credentials, superior writing ability, a quick-study aptitude and the ability to engender client confidence, and thrive in a creative, entrepreneurial and collegial environment. USPTO admission required along with Pennsylvania, California, and/or District of Columbia bar admission. EOE/AA/M/F/D/V.

IP Partner – Law Firm – Multiple Locations

August 26, 2021Emp - Law Firm, Work - Intellectual Property

All of Snell & Wilmer’s offices seek life science IP partners with $600,000+ portable and consistent books of business to help continue the firm’s substantial growth in the life science sector. In particular, great opportunities exist in the biotech hubs of Denver, Salt Lake City, San Diego, and Washington, D.C. Snell & Wilmer’s life science IP attorneys are among the firm’s 35+ patent attorneys working on a wide-range of life science prosecution, transactional, and litigation matters. The group has vast experience in alternative fee agreements and cross-marketing opportunities among our fourteen U.S. offices.

IP Litigation Associate – Law Firm – Multiple locations

August 19, 2021- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Midwest, - US - Southwest, Emp - Law Firm, Intellectual Property, Work - Intellectual Property, Work - Patent Litigation

Michael Best & Friedrich LLP is seeking a midlevel IP Litigation Associate to join any of our offices. The candidate should have minimum of three years of IP litigation experience. A technical background, membership in the Patent Bar, and/or experience as a federal judicial clerk are advantages, but are not required. Ideal candidates will have experience working within the Intellectual Property/Litigation department of a comparable law firm and a high level of academic achievement from a law school institution.