IP Litigation Attorney – Law Firm – San Jose, Calif.

October 24, 2014- US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Litigation

Valorem Law Group LLP is seeking IP litigation attorney with five years or more significant patent litigation experience to join the IP litigation group in the Silicon Valley office. This attorney will work on complex patent and related complex commercial and technology litigation in federal courts around the United States.

Patent Attorney – Large Corporation – Pleasanton, Calif.

October 15, 2014- US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Prosecution

Roche is seeking a Patent Attorney to work in its in Pleasanton, California offices.

Responsibilities

Works with scientific staff in preparing and prosecuting patent applications in biotechnology and chemical art areas, conducts prior art searches, and provides freedom of operation analyses. Assist with appeal and interference proceedings.
Prepares, files and prosecutes patent applications to obtain the broadest scope of protection.
Provides assistance in appeals, interference, reissues, reexaminations, validity and/or infringement analyses and litigation.
Conducts, reviews, analyzes state-of-the-art searches, assess patentability, determine scope of invention and develop patenting strategy.
Prepare, review, and revise routine patent-related agreements.
Manages patent docket, and cooperates with Basel on foreign patent filing and actions.

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

J.D degree.
MS or Ph.D. in Life Sciences or Chemistry preferred.
3 to 4 years’ experience prosecuting in U.S. and foreign patent applications in the biotechnology or chemical art area.
State Bar; Registration before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
California Bar preferred.
Travel up to 20% of the time (domestic and/or international).

Who we are
At Roche, 85,000 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.

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 #2970454723 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 Attorney – Law Firm Davenport, Iowa

October 9, 2014- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Lane & Waterman LLP, a Davenport, Iowa AV rated firm, has an opening for a Registered Patent attorney with a minimum 2 years patent prosecution experience. Technical background of Electrical Engineering or Computer Science is preferred, but will consider other related technical degrees. Ideal candidate would have experience in preparation and prosecution of patent and trademark applications as well as experience with intellectual property transactions.

Patent Associate – Law Firm – St. Louis, Mo.

October 8, 2014- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Prosecution

Armstrong Teasdale LLP, ranked among “Top Patent Firms” by Intellectual Property Today and listed as one of Law360’s Largest IP Practice Groups, is seeking experienced lateral associates in the Intellectual Property Services area for full-time positions in the St. Louis office.

IP Attorney – Large Corporation – Bloomington, Minn.

September 25, 2014- US - Midwest, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Regulatory

Seagate is searching for an Intellectual Property Attorney for one of our facilities, preferably to be located in the following locations: Bloomington or Shakopee MN, Fremont, CA, or Longmont, CO. This role will report to our IP Associate General Counsel.

The Seagate Technology Intellectual Property Team handles all patent, trademark, domain name, trade secret and copyright matters, including IP strategy, client counseling and training, prosecution and enforcement. The team also supports IP litigation. The team includes IP professionals and staff located in six offices worldwide, and interacts with outside entities, outside counsel, and clients across the organization to capture, protect and use intellectual property in support of Seagate’s business strategies. The Intellectual Property Team is part of the Seagate Technology Legal Department.

Specific duties of the position may include:

Client counseling on intellectual property matters including integrating intellectual property considerations into business plans, enterprise intellectual property risk management and mitigation strategies, and strategies for enhancing the scope and strength of our intellectual property portfolio;
Technical responsibility areas may specifically include magnetic recording media, digital communications, and areas related to signal processing; and generally data storage;
Transaction support including technology licensing agreements, acquisitions, divestitures and strategic alliances;
Patent, trademark, copyright, domain name, and trade secret surveillance and enforcement, and leveraging combined intellectual property assets into comprehensive positions for protecting and advancing associated business initiatives;
Supervising outside counsel in preparation and prosecution of patent and trademark applications both domestically and internationally;
In cooperation with the Seagate litigation team, advising clients on potential and pending litigation;
Conducting white space, freedom to operate and similar analyses to inform business plans/products;
Evaluating potential IP licensing opportunities and provide recommendation;
Drafting and negotiating IP-related joint development, licensing, non-disclosure, and know-how agreements;
Collaborating with and advising corporate contracts and litigation group, as necessary, in intellectual property based transactions, examples of which include independent contractor agreements, supply agreements, and marketing agreements;
Preparing and conducting IP-related client training;
Managing invention generation, review and prosecution via facilitated focused invention sessions, brainstorms, and strategic IP harvests;
Managing and coordinating invention disclosure review and formulating portfolio-specific intellectual property strategy with respective invention review boards; and
Managing the associated budget.

The successful candidate will possess the following:

A Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school with 3 years' experience;
Good standing in the bar(s) where licensed to practice law with preference for licensure in Minnesota;
3 years minimum legal experience in a wide range of intellectual property matters including patent preparation and prosecution, trademark matters, due diligence activities, licensing or merger and acquisitions, IP litigation support, patent portfolio management and client counseling, preferably with experience at both a law firm and a corporation;
Registration with the USPTO;
A Bachelor of Science degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering or related field is desired; background in physics, material science, or chemistry will be considered;
Strong communication skills - ability to convey and discuss intellectual property issues in understandable terms and to establish, manage and leverage relationships with management, co-workers, relevant technical community, and internal and external partners;
Creative thinking and problem solving in a high volume and fast-paced environment, as well as demonstrated ability to lead or collaborate with others across multiple discipline areas to achieve tangible results;
Taking initiative, doing more than is expected;
Results-oriented team player skills, who works best in a collaborative environment; and
Ability to travel both domestically and internationally as necessary.

Contact
Apply online via this link: https://seagate.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?lang=en&job=147176.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Bloomington, Minnesota

Senior IP Officer – University of Maryland – Baltimore, Md.

September 10, 2014- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Northeast, Emp - Educational, Tech - Biotech, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate

The Office of Research and Development at the University of Maryland has an opening for a Senior Intellectual Property Officer in the Office of Technology Transfer to function as a senior member of an interdisciplinary team that assures the University optimizes and protects its intellectual property assets. The Senior IP Officer will manage the University’s intellectual property portfolio, with particular emphasis on securing and protecting patents for inventions and discoveries that have potential market value. This position evaluates scientific invention disclosures, conducts research, analysis and documentation of related patents, and writes patent applications. The ideal candidate will foster and promote relationships between faculty researchers and Technology Commercialization.

IP Counsel – Large Corporation – Florham Park, N.J.

September 2, 2014- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Northeast, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate

BASF is seeking an IP Counsel to work in Florham Park, N.J. The IP Counsel is responsible for:

IP Estate Management including IP generation, defense, maintenance, and enforcement primarily in the US. An understanding of foreign patent law and in particular European patent law is also required. The ability to advise clients on patent coverage is critical. Experience with US post grant procedures is a plus.
IP Transactions including both divestitures and acquisitions. Tasks include conducting public and confidential due diligence, undertaking IP analysis and advising clients of risks, negotiating IP matters, preparing and/or reviewing agreements, and participating in closings. The ability to perform well under tight time constraints, interact well with other BASF M&A team members especially commercial attorneys and outside counsel, and provide timely advice on any risks to the client is essential. Overseeing the integration of the acquired IP into BASF is also a critical part of this position.
IP Licensing including both licensing of technology and patents with both inbound and outbound licenses are possible. An understanding of US antitrust law relative to licensing is needed. The ability to advise clients on licensingoptions, patent exhaustion, and IP valuation is critical.
IP Litigation including trade secret and patent litigations. Conducting pre-filing analyses and advising the client on the cost benefit of a potential litigation is required. This position works with inhouse and outside litigation counsel to supports litigation activities.
Freedom to Operate Opinions including new product and process definitions, third party patent searching, and opinions. The ability to advise clients on any risks and options is critical. Initiating oppositions or other patent invalidity challenges may be needed.

This position will be located at BASF Corporation’s North American headquarters in Florham Park, New Jersey. Travel as needed to client locations in North America and Europe, client business meetings,and BASF’s parent in Ludwigshafen, Germany will be required. This position reports to IP Assistant General Counsel who reports to the General Counsel.

Qualifications

An undergraduate degree in the chemical related arts such as chemistry, chemical engineering, materials, or materials engineering, and preferably, a graduate degree in the chemical related arts
Registration to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)
A license in at least one state, preferably New Jersey, and a member in good standing with any mandatory CLE completed
Minimum 10 years of experience practicing before the USPTO
A self-starter who is proactive and takes the initiative
A teamplayer who can work well with other BASF patent attorneys, patent agents, support staff, and clients
Excellent organizational skills; -Excellent communication skills including presentation and writing skills
High-level problem-solving skills to review and evaluate legal and/or business problems, and recommend alternatives
The ability to electronically file documents with the USPTO;
Knowledge of the USPTO’s Public and Private PAIRS for checking on the status of filed patent applications
The ability to use word processing to draft, revise, and finalize agreements with little to no administrative support
The ability to access internal database for IP related information
The ability to work in a matrix organization and interact with IP colleagues located in Europe

Candidates from corporate law departments and law firms will be considered.

Contact
If interested, please apply at: http://jobs.basf.us/job/Florham-Park-Intellectual-Property-Counsel-Florham-Park%2C-NJ-Job-NJ-07932/83067900/
Availability: Day Job | Type of Job: Standard

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

Patent Counsel – Large Corporation – Phoenix, Ariz.

August 15, 2014- US - Southwest, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Regulatory

W.L. Gore is looking for a highly experienced Intellectual Property (IP) Counselor to join our corporate patent team in Phoenix, AZ. Associates in our corporate functions support the work done by the divisions of Gore.

If you are looking for a company where you can make a difference, we're looking for you. In this role, you will advise business and technical leaders and teams, primarily in our Medical Products Division, on third party Intellectual Property (IP) risks and risk mitigation strategies in support of new product initiatives. You will be a member of the Clearance & Opinion Center of Excellence within the Gore patent team.

The ideal candidate will

Be passionate about providing IP counsel support for a world-class manufacturer
Be energized by collaborating on cross-functional teams
Recognize the importance of building and maintaining strong interpersonal relationships

Responsibilities include

Advising cross-functional teams and businesses, and R&D leadership about exclusivity, freedom to operate, due diligence, patent marking and potential patent infringement issues
Providing a strategic divisional and/or Enterprise view with respect to IP risk while addressing the needs of individual businesses
Executing freedom to operate analysis in concert with product development processes
Analyzing risks with appropriate consideration of business objectives and the environment
Developing sound tactical approaches to minimizing adverse impact of third party IP
Participating in the creation and implementation of new risk management policies and procedures
Evaluating and opining on potential infringement of Gore patents
Initiating and overseeing measures to invalidate third party patent rights (e.g. Post grant proceedings, opposition, etc.) where appropriate
Effectively communicating legal advice and analysis to associates with varying degrees of IP and technical (R&D) experience
Prioritizing and managing multiple projects across various business units
Contributing to implementation of new policies and procedures within the Enterprise and the Legal team
Efficiently engaging and managing external counsel including, analyzing, reviewing and evaluating the quality, cost-effectiveness and scope of work performed
As needed, leading or participating in due diligence, licensing, or inter partes matters

Required Job Qualifications

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited U.S. law school
Member of the bar of at least one state
Registration to practice before the USPTO
Minimum of 8 years of patent experience, with at least 6 years of in-house experience, preferrably in the life sciences or medical device industries
Considerable experience in product clearance/freedom to operate analysis, developing associated risk mitigation strategies, and opinion drafting
Demonstrated ability to lead cross functional teams and initiate and drive multiple projects simultaneously
Business acumen with a strong track record of strategic legal thinking and behavior
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated ability to negotiate positive resolutions and influence business decisions
Ability to thrive within an ambiguous environment or organization
Ability to travel 20% of the time, primarily within Arizona

Desired Job Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Biology, BioChem, Chemistry, or Mechanical or Chemical Engineering
Experience with U.S. and foreign post grant proceedings and oppositions
Patent litigation and IP licensing experience

Contact
For more information and to apply, please visit www.gore.com/careers and search for job number – 141369. Gore is committed to a drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon successful completion of drug and background screening. EEO/AA Employer (applies to all positions located in the U.S.).

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

Gore is a technology-driven global company built on entrepreneurial innovation, integrity, and teamwork. Our diverse portfolio includes everything from high-performance fabrics and implantable medical devices to industrial manufacturing components and aerospace electronics. Through our product leadership, we've been changing lives and changing industries for more than 50 years. What can you change by joining Gore? Visit gore.com/change-life to find out.

Patent Agent – Large Corporation – Charlotte, N.C.

July 30, 2014- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Agent

Sealed Air Corporation creates a world that feels, tastes and works better. In 2013, the Company generated revenue of approximately $7.7 billion by helping our customers achieve their sustainability goals in the face of today’s biggest social and environmental challenges. We are seeking a Patent Agent who will identify, capture, and create intellectual property (“IP”) assets for the company, deliver patentability assessments, and provide competitive intelligence services.

Global IP Counsel – Small Corporation – San Francisco, Calif.

July 30, 2014- US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Litigation

Xero is looking to continue on its aggressive global growth plans, particularly in the U.S. To facilitate and help drive this growth, Xero is looking to hire a Global Intellectual Property Counsel to be based in San Francisco and head up Xero's IP function, taking responsibility for strategy and execution across the entire IP spectrum.

The role will report to Xero's General Counsel (located in NZ), and will work closely with US based in-house legal, product, development, and other business units globally, interacting with senior management on all matters relating to Xero's IP strategy.

This is a unique opportunity for an intelligent and commercially minded IP professional to drive and implement a global IP strategy for a fast-growing global SaaS company.

Key Responsibilities:

Driving and implementing Xero's global IP strategy
Providing pro-active legal advice and preparing internal policies in relation to relevant IP matters
Assisting with the development and management of Xero's internal patent portfolio program, including management of patent application preparation and prosecution
Managing Xero's global trademark strategy and coordinating with applicable business units
Managing any IP related litigation and enforcement issues
Liaising with, and managing, Xero's external IP advisors and
Managing all other IP functions of the Xero Group

You will need:

JD degree with strong academic results, and admission to at least one state bar
7+ years relevant experience in a law firm or in-house
Admission to practice before the US Patent and Trademark Office is preferred
Broad US IP experience, preferably also with global focus
Experience with the preparation and prosecution of patent applications
Experience with drafting and prosecuting trademark applications, and dealing with any trademark enforcement issues
Preparing and negotiating license agreements and other IP related contracts
Experience advising on US data security/privacy compliance is a bonus, as is experience in open-source licensing matters
Experience advising companies in the technology sector (preferably cloud based or SaaS companies)
Strong commercial acumen and pragmatic approach
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work autonomously
Ability to take a proactive and creative approach to managing/solving relevant issues
Ability to travel domestically and internationally (to New Zealand in particular)

Xero is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Contact
Apply online by visiting this link: https://www.xero.com/us/about/careers/job/1621926/.

Additional Info
Job Location: San Francisco, California

Xero is beautiful accounting software that's changed the way people do business all over the world. The company is also nearly doubling in size every year. We're winning. Come help us win more.

Patent Expert – Large Corporation – Portland, Ore.

July 30, 2014- US - Northwest, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Nike seeks a Patent Expert to work in its Portland, Ore., offices. As our Patent Expert, you'll research innovation developments for utility patent opportunities; direct drafting and prosecution of utility patent applications by outside counsel, and interface with outside counsel and inventors to finalize utility patent applications.

The candidate must possess the ability to interface with colleagues having a wide array of expertise in areas of design, science, and engineering in a continually dynamic environment. You'll report on metrics that monitor the pace and efficiency of the patent procurement process. You'll assist in managing the investigation process by collaborating with the Innovation, Product, Trademark, Litigation and Patent groups. You'll provide for intellectual property protection of relevant Nike products and innovations and consult with outside attorneys.

You'll maintain a high level of awareness of all current Nike development projects, production techniques, and materials relating to Nike products. You'll manage and maintain the system of obtaining timely disclosures of new technologies and IP strategic plans from Nike footwear teams. You'll provide these teams with strategies for managing information dissemination with regard to such patents.

Bachelor's degree in science or engineering
At least 7 years' patent application and/or prosecution experience preferred
Experience in Manufacturing or Mechanical Engineering
Technical background recognized by the Patent Office for registration
Member of the Patent Bar
Understanding the patenting process
Understanding of quality control procedures, manufacturing processes and production techniques
Strong understanding of research methodologies and how they relate to manufacturing and product development
Knowledge of state-of-the-art technologies
Strategic planning skills helpful
Must have a high level of engineering skills and knowledge

Contact
We're interested in learning more about you and appreciate you taking the time to apply online here: http://jobs.nike.com/oregon/legal/jobid5761652-patent-expert-jobs. Nike, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) that strives to create a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Portland, Oregon

The heart of Nike is built around one simple idea -- innovate. Whether that innovation is called Nike Air or Nike Free or Nike Flyknit or the Nike+ FuelBand, the principle is the same: think something that nobody has thought before and create product that is uniquely innovative and uniquely Nike. So take chances. Think bigger than the next achiever. Just know one thing. The more you succeed, the higher we’ll raise the bar.

Patent Liaison – Large Corporation – Portland, Ore.

July 30, 2014- US - Northwest, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Any / Other, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Prosecution

Nike seeks a Patent Liaison to work in its Portland, Ore., offices. As a key member of the Nike Patents Team, the Patent Liaison will work closely with Patent Experts, Nike Innovation teams, and outside counsel providing assistance in moving inventions through the patent process while supporting the management and development of Nike’s world class patent portfolio.

The Patent Liaison will coordinate and assist Patent Experts in innovation development sessions and Patent Review Committees, perform technical searches, review invention disclosure materials to provide a summation for outside counsel, , and coordinate with innovators to obtain necessary technical details to incorporate into patent applications and patent strategies.

The Patent Liaison will help form a team approach to managing the patent portfolio, working with Nike Patent Paralegals, Nike Patent Assistants, and outside patent counsel teams to maintain dockets for Patent Experts and ensure that data and documents housed in the IP management system are accurate and up-to-date.
The Patent Liaison will report on metrics that monitor the pace and efficiency of the innovation capture and patent procurement process, and assist in providing patent status updates to inventors and business units.

Nike is an energetic and dynamic company. The successful candidate will have strong organizational skills, a motivating personality, and a passion for learning.
In short, life is a sport, make it count. Write the future. Find your greatness.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree or above in science or engineering.
Ability to communicate technology in both written and verbal form and to interact with a wide array of individuals having expertise in areas of design, science, engineering, and business in a continually dynamic environment.
Proficient in Microsoft Office suite (e.g., Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
Experience in facilitation of committees and meetings.
Ability to process and understand diverse technical concepts in a fast-paced environment.
Patent experience a plus, but not required.
Prior art searching experience a plus, but not required.
Docket coordination/maintenance experience a plus, but not required.

Contact
We're interested in learning more about you and appreciate you taking the time to apply online here: http://jobs.nike.com/oregon/legal/jobid5743203-patent-liaison-jobs. NIKE, Inc. is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Portland, Oregon

Patent Attorney – Large Corporation – Mahwah, N.J. (Updated)

July 3, 2014- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Northeast, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Prosecution

Maquet is seeking a Patent Attorney who will report directly to the General Counsel and will provide patent drafting and prosecution services, assuring protection of the company’s legal rights and ability to market and sell its products, and review and draft contracts for the company (both general business related and intellectual property related).

Requirements

Patent prosecution, including the preparation, filing, and prosecution of new patent applications.
Draft and review business contracts, including supply and manufacturing agreements, purchase agreements, licenses, etc.
Supporting counsel in the preparation of intellectual property related legal opinions on issues such as freedom to operate, ownership, infringement, and validity.
Supporting patent related due diligence in commercial transactions such as acquisitions, divestitures, and licensing.
Communicate effectively with R&D on patent matters.

Background Experience

Admitted to the Bar (NJ or NY preferred).
Undergraduate degree in mechanical or electrical engineering or physics strongly preferred.
Registration to practice before the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office.
A minimum of three year's patent prosecution experience. Experience reviewing and drafting contracts is a plus.
Must be familiar with patent related case law and have experience in analyzing the patentability of inventions and the validity of patents, and drafting related opinions.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) is essential.
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to relate comfortably at all levels within business clients, and with multinational personnel from a variety of cultures, backgrounds and locations.
Be highly motivated, with the ability to pro-actively organize a heavy workload and demonstrate excellent analytical abilities.
A flexible and proactive approach to problems and demands, with the ability to thrive on challenge and react quickly and positively to a fast-moving and challenging environment.
A record of providing legal services in a timely, accurate, and professional manner.

Contact
Apply online by visiting this link: https://career2.successfactors.eu/sfcareer/jobreqcareer?jobId=2398&company=Getinge&username=. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. MAQUET is an EO employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability

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

Patent Search Analyst – Small Corporation – Evanston, Ill. (or telecommute)

June 23, 2014- US - Midwest, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate

Cardinal Intellectual Property is seeking Patent Search Analysts to add to our team. Patent Search 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 home or a remote office.

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

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Independently conduct patentability, validity, infringement, freedom to operate, clearance and landscape searches
Prepare written opinions based on search results for Patent Cooperation Treaty International Patent Applications

Education and Experience

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

It is the policy of CIP to provide equal opportunity in employment to all employees and applicants for employment. No person will be discriminated against in employment because of race, religion, color, sex, gender, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, sexual orientation, military status, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable Federal, State or local statute or ordinance.

Contact
Apply online by visiting this link: http://www.cardinal-ip.com/about-us/careers/job-listings/apply/1300/.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: Evanston, Illinois (or telecommute)

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.

Science Advisor – Law Firm – Menlo Park, Calif.

June 16, 2014- US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Prosecution

Goodwin Procter seeks seeks a highly qualified science advisor with 2+ years experience to join our Intellectual Property Transactions & Strategies (IPTS) group. Candidate must have experience drafting patent applications and office action responses, conducting prior art database searches for patentability and freedom to operate analyses, reviewing patent and scientific papers to assist patent attorneys in prosecution, counseling and litigation, and performing due diligence for corporate transactions and technology transfers.

Patent Attorney – Large Corporation – Davis, Calif.

June 9, 2014- US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Prosecution

Novozymes, a biotech-based world leader in enzymes and microorganisms is seeking a registered patent attorney for our Davis, CA based Research and Development site.

Patent Associate – Law Firm – New York, N.Y.

June 3, 2014- US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Dorsey & Whitney LLP is seeking a 3rd or 4th year associate (2010-2011 JD) to join the Patent department of our New York office. This associate will have the opportunity to work on a variety of patent-related projects in a client-team structure, including patent prosecution, IP litigation, licensing, and IP due diligence. Dorsey offers opportunities for advancement within a collegial and dynamic environment, competitive salary, and excellent benefits.

Assistant Clinical Professor of Law – University of Connecticut – Hartford, Conn.

June 3, 2014- US - Northeast, Emp - Educational, Tech - Any / Other, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

The University of Connecticut School of Law is seeking candidates for the position of Assistant Clinical Professor of Law for its Intellectual Property and Entrepreneurship Law Clinic (“IP Law Clinic” or “Clinic”). This position affords a unique opportunity for a lawyer who enjoys patent law and practice and wishes to share his or her wisdom and experience with students interested in pursuing a career in intellectual property. It combines in one place the opportunity to practice in what is in effect a boutique intellectual property law firm, train and mentor law students, and engage in the legal representation of start-ups, small businesses and individuals in patent matters before the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office (“USPTO”).

Intellectual property is one of the most dynamic areas of law and practice, and many of UConn Law School’s most promising students are thus drawn to the IP Law Clinic. This position provides a rare opportunity to be part of an experiential learning process that prepares students for jobs in intellectual property law upon graduation. The Clinic was one of the six original law school clinics selected nationally to participate in the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office's law student practice program, under which law students are granted limited recognition to practice before that body under faculty supervision. Thus, for the right candidate, this is an opportunity to be part of an exciting approach to legal education and practice before the USPTO.

The position is at the Law School campus in Hartford and/or Clinic location in East Hartford. It is a half-time, non-tenured position that is renewable yearly. Salary will be commensurate with background, qualifications, and experience.

Contact
Please view the job posting at https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/4080 for information on qualifications as well as instructions for submitting an application. Potential candidates with questions are encouraged to contact Joseph DeGirolamo, Director of the IP Law Clinic at joseph.degirolamo@uconn.edu or at (860) 728-2110. The University of Connecticut is an EEO/AA employer. All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics which may be found at http://www.ct.gov/ethics/site/default.asp.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Education
Job Location: Hartford, Connecticut

The University of Connecticut is committed to building and supporting a multicultural and diverse community of students, faculty and staff. The diversity of students, faculty and staff continues to increase, as does the number of honors students, valedictorians and salutatorians who consistently make UConn their top choice. More than 100 research centers and institutes serve the University’s teaching, research, diversity, and outreach missions, leading to UConn’s ranking as one of the nation’s top research universities. UConn’s faculty and staff are the critical link to fostering and expanding our vibrant, multicultural and diverse University community. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer, UConn encourages applications from women, veterans, people with disabilities and members of traditionally underrepresented population.

Patent Litigation Counsel – Small Corporation – Chicago, Ill.

June 1, 2014- US - Midwest, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate

Gerchen Keller Capital is looking for a patent litigation attorney to join its investment and underwriting team as Counsel. The Counsel’s core function will be to analyze all legal aspects of patent-related investment opportunities, including technical diligence (infringement & validity) and potential damages/settlements in patent litigation and licensing campaigns. The position also will involve intake and initial screening of new investment opportunities, as well as monitoring existing patent investments.

Senior Patent Agent – Large Corporation – Cambridge, Mass. (Updated)

May 29, 2014- US - Northeast, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Pegasystems is seeking a Senior Patent Agent. This role will assist the Senior IP Counsel in providing IP thought leadership by strategically developing and maintaining the company’s patent portfolio with an eye towards supporting the company’s business objectives.