Senior Counsel – Technology Transfer Attorney – Government – Albuquerque, New Mexico

October 15, 2021- US - Southwest, Emp - Government, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate

Sandia National Laboratories is seeking a technology transfer attorney to work in Albuquerque, New Mexico

IP Counsel – Corporation – Boston, MA

September 29, 2021- US - Northeast, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Metalenz, a small corporation, is seeking an IP Counsel to work in Boston, MA.

Technology Transactions Associate – Law Firm – Location Flexible

September 4, 2021Emp - Law Firm, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Prosecution

Paul Hastings’ growing technology transactions practice is seeking a 2nd-4th year associate. Candidates may sit in the Palo Alto or San Diego office. This position will support the team on a broad range of transactions and provide experience drafting varied commercial and technology agreements. The position includes exposure to a wide range of industries and supports deals firm-wide, and will include close mentoring by senior level attorneys and partners. Outstanding academic credentials required. Technology transactions or IP/patent experience and a degree in technology, computer science, or engineering is preferred.

Intellectual Property Associate – Law Firm – Madison, WI

July 20, 2021- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution, Work - Regulatory

Godfrey & Kahn, S.C. is a business law firm, providing legal solutions to clients ranging from start-up businesses to Fortune 500 corporations. We work as hard to support each other as we do for our clients, and as a result, enjoy a culture that fosters teamwork, develops talented attorneys, and instills trust in one another. We are growing our Intellectual Property team and we want attorneys who want to grow with us.

Intellectual Property Associate and Senior Associate – Law Firm – Boston, Denver, New York, Palo Alto, San Francisco, Washington DC

June 24, 2021- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Northwest, - US - Southwest, - US - West, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

WilmerHale’s Intellectual Property (IP) Department is interested in discussing positions with attorneys who have degrees in computer science, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering or other engineering disciplines or physics, along with work experience or an aptitude in computer architecture, computer science, or signal processing fields.

Intellectual Property Counsel (Physical Sciences) – Non-Profit – West Lafayette, IN

June 22, 2021- US - Midwest, Emp - Non-Profit, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate

Purdue Research Foundation is seeking an Intellectual Property Counsel to work in West Lafayette, IN.

Essential Functions:

Perform prompt and competent completion of analyses of intellectual property protection and strategies to enable timely technology transfer of Purdue intellectual property in the electrical, computer, software, and mechanical arts.
Evaluate and implement strategies for the protection of IP in a manner that maximizes commercial and licensing potential.
Work cooperatively with Purdue inventors and Office of Technology
Commercialization (OTC) licensing staff to evaluate technology-based innovations for appropriate intellectual property protection.
Draft patent applications and present applications to US Patent and Trademark Office and copyright registrations to US Copyright Office for the benefit of Purdue.
Prosecute patent applications with respect to all aspects of patent law, including preparing formal communications and responses to national patent offices, conducting examiner interviews and related prosecution activities for the benefit of Purdue.
Engage and manage outside counsel on patent prosecution matters including coordinate, manage and account for budget expenditures associated with all assigned project-related activities.

Additional Responsibilities:

Work cooperatively with Office of Technology Commercialization business development managers in the evaluation of intellectual property landscapes.
Assist in due diligence of legal matters relating to any matter.
Represent Purdue and OTC with national organizations, associations and groups related to university commercialization.
Provide the OTC business development team with expertise and advice on IP licensing.
Manage outside counsel on litigation matters.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Registered with US Patent and Trademark Office.
Member of Indiana or a reciprocating state Bar in good standing.
Strong working knowledge of intellectual property transactions including licensing required.
Knowledge of technology transfer within industry and/or academia required.
Strong diplomatic skills required.
Legal contract comprehension and hands-on patent prosecution experience preferred.
Commitment to higher education and the values of scientific research and discovery for societal benefit.
Excellent organizational, problem-solving, computer, written/verbal communication skills required.
Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
Candidate must be comfortable interacting with people from varied disciplines and with managing multiple complex projects.
Occasional travel required.
Must be self-motivated, enthusiastic, detail-oriented, able to manage/coordinate multiple tasks, and able to work collaboratively and successfully with different sectors, including co-workers, academic scholars, entrepreneurs, and industry executives.
Regular and reliable attendance are requirements of this position.

Education/Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
JD required.
2-4 years of direct patent drafting and prosecution experience before US Patent and Trademark Office in the electrical and computer arts.
Experience and/or expertise in biomedical, and material science related arts a plus.

If you are interested in applying, please click here to begin the process: https://www.applyatprf.com. The application deadline is Friday, July 9, 2021.

A criminal conviction check and negative controlled substance test are required for employment in this position.

Purdue Research Foundation is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. PRF views, evaluates, and treats all persons in all Foundation-related activities solely as individuals on the basis of their own personal abilities, qualifications, and other relevant characteristics. All qualified applicants for employment will receive consideration without regard to race, religion, color, gender, national origin or ancestry, genetic information, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, or status as a veteran.

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Employer Type: Non-Profit
Job Location: West Lafayette, IN

Research Technology Transfer Specialist – Education – Baltimore, MD

June 8, 2021- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Educational, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate

Founded in 1807, the University of Maryland, Baltimore is Maryland’s first and only public health, law, and human services university dedicated to excellence in education, research, clinical care, and public service. We are a thriving academic health center combining cutting-edge biomedical research and exceptional patient care. UMB’s extramural funding totaled $688 million in Fiscal Year 2020, and each tenured/tenure track faculty member brings $1.5 million in research grants on average each year.

UMB’s Office of Research and Development is now seeking a Research and Technology Transfer Specialist to join the Office of Technology Transfer. The Specialist will be responsible for monitoring technology transfer operations and ensuring compliance with benchmarks, milestones, laws, regulations, policies, procedures, ethical standards and public responsibilities. This position will develop and maintain compliance program components operational review, record keeping, program evaluation and reporting requirements. This position specializes in a particular area or substantial knowledge in both intellectual property management and license compliance.

UMB offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to eligible employees. This position receives an annual leave package starting with 22 accrued vacation days, 14 floating and observed holidays, 15 sick days, and 3 personal days; comprehensive health insurance and retirement options; professional learning and development opportunities; flexible schedules and teleworking options; and tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any of the University System of Maryland schools.

 
Essential Functions:

Assist with the disclosure and review process for invention disclosures, including helping University faculty complete invention report forms. Prepare all federal reporting for intellectual property as required under federal regulations.
Assist with IP Data Management system and ad hoc OTT data reporting.
Interact with outside patent attorneys, University Counsel, other Universities and private companies to coordinate and prepare necessary documents for patent prosecution and license agreements.
Serve as liaison to campus leadership, University Counsel and faculty and staff for intellectual property policies and procedures.
Manage compliance executed for University intellectual property.
Prepare and submit periodic reports including findings, recommendations, and planned corrective action.
Manage researching, assembling and disseminating information on all areas of intellectual property compliance to the campus research community. This includes gathering and analyzing relevant UMB policies, license terms, guidelines from federal and private granting organizations, and preparing and delivering materials in electronic, hard copy and presentation formats.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor’s degree.
Experience:  Four (4) years of technology transfer administration experience.
Experience in sponsored programs, or clinical or corporate contracts is preferred. Advanced degree in science, business or law is preferred.

Other:  Related experience may be substituted for education.

Annual financial disclosure required by Maryland State Law.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of all applicable requirements, regulations, and laws. Skill in effective use of applicable technology/systems. Ability to effectively communicate both verbal and written thoughts, ideas, and facts. Ability to work cooperatively with others and independently. Ability to demonstrate, understand, apply, and adhere to the UMB Core Values of Accountability, Civility, Collaboration, Diversity, Excellence, Leadership, and Knowledge.

Hiring Range: Approximately $80,000 - $90,000, commensurate with education and experience.

UMB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law or policy.

Go to www.umaryland.edu/jobs and search for requisition number 210000NK in the Staff Jobs Portal.

Apply online at:
https://umb.taleo.net/careersection/jobdetail.ftl?job=210000NK&lang=en

Applications only accepted through online application system.

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Employer Type: Education
Job Location: Baltimore, MD

Intellectual Property Associate and Senior Associate – Law Firm – San Fransisco, Boston, Denver, New York, Palo Alto, Washington DC

April 30, 2021- US - Northeast, - US - Northwest, - US - West, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Prosecution

WilmerHale, a large law firm, is seeking an intellectual property associate and senior associate for their offices in San Fransisco, Boston, Denver, New York, Palo Alto, or Washington DC.

Patent Litigator – Corporation – Remote

April 8, 2021- US - Telecommute, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Litigation

The cannabis industry is one of the fastest growing segments of the economy, and intellectual property (IP) is becoming an increasingly important element for the sustained growth of the industry. The future of IP development, transactions, licensing, and litigation for the cannabis industry is now being established, and tremendous opportunity exists for experienced IP practitioners to establish themselves as leading figures and thought leaders in the cannabis industry.

The Company has an industry leading patent portfolio and growth strategy and is seeking a patent litigator with at least six years of patent litigation and PTAB experience. The selected candidate will directly handle day-to-day case and licensing demands in the fast-growing cannabis and hemp industries. This requires an entrepreneurial spirit and someone with a wide range of technical, legal, and business development and negotiation skills. This role will provide the candidate with an opportunity to be at the forefront of patent enforcement for the cannabis industry.

Job Summary:

Initiate, defend, and manage post issuance patent proceedings such as post grant reviews, inter partes reviews, oppositions, and patent litigation.

Handle all phases of litigation: pleadings, discovery, depositions, motions practice, hearings, pre-trial and trial, mediation, settlement. Establish and develop streamlined SOPs for all patent proceedings.

Participate in: acquisition and licensing negotiations in both contentions and non-contentious settings; licensing campaigns; due diligence; and the drafting, reviewing, and negotiation of agreements covering intellectual property rights.

Proactive and resourceful, with ability to effectively manage multiple priorities, deadlines, ambiguity, and operating in novel situations.

Assist in identifying potential assets for acquisition and licensing, international patent prosecution and portfolio management, patent drafting, IP audits, idea generation and harvesting, and IP partnership tasks with select partners.

Requirements:
Generally, at least six years of patent litigation experience, we welcome applicants with substantially more experience.

Registration to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and the ability to handle IPRs and IPR defense.

Bar membership in good standing in your state of residence with preference given to those licensed to practice in Oregon, California, and/or Colorado.

Scientific degree(s), with a preference for organic chemistry, engineering, and/or physics. Formulation, pharmaceutical, and chemical expertise is appreciated, including botanical extraction (e.g., water, ethanol, Co2, hydrocarbon solvent-based techniques). Cannabis and hemp-specific experience is appreciated, but is not required.

Apply via email to:
PatLitResume@gmail.com

Additional Info
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: Remote

Intellectual Property Coordinator – Non-Profit – Brookline, MA

April 7, 2021- US - Northeast, Emp - Non-Profit, Intellectual Property, Tech - Biotech, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate

The Intellectual Property Program at Dana-Farber is seeking an Intellectual Property Coordinator to join our team of attorneys, technology specialists, and administrative professionals within the Office of General Counsel, the Institute’s full-service legal department. Members of the Dana-Farber Intellectual Property Program are responsible for providing intellectual property counseling, strategic analysis, and portfolio management services to the Institute. At the heart of this team, the Intellectual Property Coordinators work independently and collaboratively to maintain a database of patent, trademark, and copyright filings; docket and monitor related due dates; and coordinate execution of instructions and documents. Each Intellectual Property Coordinator interacts with faculty and staff members across the Institute as well as outside companies, institutions, and law firms. This position is a unique opportunity for an individual with intellectual property experience to be part of a dynamic in-house legal team at the cutting edge of basic science and cancer research.

Senior Patent Paralegal – Large Corporation – Newark, NJ

March 27, 2021- US - Northeast, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Work - Licensing / Other Corporate

Mars, Incorporated is seeking a Sr. Patent Specialist in Newark, NJ. This role will be responsible for managing and supporting the Mars patent prosecution practice for the global Mars Petcare businesses, including associated docket reconciliation and periodic docketing support. This role will also support ongoing contract procurement, as managed by the Global IP team. The Sr. Patent Specialist will assist the IP Legal team in ensuring consistent practices are followed within the team and across internal client groups and will reduce the team’s reliance on external paralegals and outside legal counsel. Position is available in Newark, NJ or Franklin, TN or Hackettstown, NJ.

Patent Analyst – Litigation Finance – Chicago, IL

March 22, 2021- US - Midwest, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Litigation

Burford Capital is the leading global finance and asset management firm focused on law. Its businesses include litigation finance and risk management, asset recovery and a wide range of legal finance and advisory activities. Burford is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: BUR) and the London Stock Exchange (LSE: BUR), and it works with companies and law firms around the world from its principal offices in New York, London, Chicago, Washington, Singapore and Sydney.

The Firm has created a Patent Analyst position on the patent team. The patent team is responsible for originating, underwriting, and managing Burford’s patent-focused investments. The Patent Analyst will provide support to the patent team, including patent underwriting and patent business development personnel, to review and analyze potential patent-related investments. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious individual to join an exciting and growing business in a unique role that sits at the intersection of technology, law, and finance.

The role will report to a Director at Burford responsible for underwriting and managing the firm’s patent investments and be based in Burford’s Chicago offices.

Company Overview:

Burford Capital is the largest and most experienced provider of commercial finance to the legal sector in the world, with a core expertise in identifying and optimizing the value of legal assets for companies and law firms. Since its founding in 2009, Burford has worked with hundreds of law firms and corporations, including 93 of the AmLaw 100 and 89 of the Global 100 largest law firms. Our team has grown from five people at the end of 2009 to over 130 people today, including some 60 lawyers.

Burford possesses the resources and expertise of a large company while retaining the flexibility and creativity of a startup. Team members are smart, creative, collaborative, curious, and confident. Everyone rolls up their sleeves to perform and engage collectively for the overall success of the business. Burford values rigorous thinking, clear communication, and efficient execution.

Burford pays base salaries consistent with the financial services industry and favors incentive compensation to reward performance. US ONLY: Burford provides competitive health care benefits and a 401k matching program. Burford Capital is committed to increasing diversity and maintaining an inclusive workplace culture. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, marital status, whether or not they have a disability.

Position Requirements:

Review and analyze patent claims, patent specifications, and patent file histories
Learn about and become the internal expert on various patented technologies
Perform patent validity analysis, including review of prior art patents and other technical documents
Perform patent infringement analysis, including review of claim charts and related technical documentation
Review and analyze materials related to patent litigation damages
Collaborate with patent team regarding litigation strategy
Conduct research on various patent investment-related topics, including patented technology, potential litigants, counsel, courts and judges, and financial information
Interface with potential counterparties (including law firms and corporations) to gather, organize, and analyze investment diligence materials
Create written work product summarizing and making recommendations on assigned tasks
Work closely with patent underwriting and patent business development teams throughout the investment lifecycle.

Skills Desired:

Qualifications & Experience

An undergraduate degree in an engineering or science discipline (computer engineering, electrical engineering, or computer science preferred). A graduate degree in engineering or science is also preferred but not required
A minimum of 3 years of experience performing substantive patent analysis, either as a Patent Agent, a technical specialist, an in-house advisor, or otherwise
Strong aptitude for learning and understanding new technologies
Deep understanding of the U.S. patent system
Experience directly supporting patent litigation is strongly preferred
Proficiency with any or all of Docket Navigator, Lex Machina, PACER, and USPTO PAIR a plus.

Core Competencies & Skills

An analytical thinker, able to deconstruct and analyze complex issues.
An efficient communicator, capable of explaining complex issues and describing them in plain language.
Proficient with general science and engineering concepts.
Practical and deal-minded, with a focus on providing commercially reasonable guidance and solutions to colleagues and managers.
A multi-tasker, capable of actively managing and prioritizing several projects concurrently.
A self-starter, capable of taking initiative and proactively adding value to Burford’s underwriting and business development processes.
A team player who can work collegially with team members at multiple levels and across various business functions.
Professional demeanor, pleasant manner, and patience in all interactions internally and with potential counterparties.
Ambitious and the desire to both hone existing skills and learn new skills.

Summary:

The Patent Analyst will join the patent team and play an integral role in analyzing patent-related investment opportunities and further enhancing the firm’s patent-focused capabilities. This role is located in our Chicago office and will report to a Director on the patent team also located in Chicago. This is a unique position that sits at the intersection of technology, law, and finance, and correspondingly requires a unique blend of skills. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical acumen and a deep understating of the U.S. patent system, as well as an ability to apply these skills in a practical, deal-focused investment setting. Also critical to this role are efficient communication skills and a collegial approach to work. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious candidate seeking a fast-paced work environment and the opportunity for substantial growth.

Apply online at:
https://www.burfordcapital.com/about-burford/careers/

Additional Info
Employer Type: Other
Job Location: Chicago, IL

Intellectual Property Manager – Company – Victor, NY

October 15, 2020- US - Northeast, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Litigation

LSI Solutions, located in beautiful Victor, New York, is a dynamic and growing medical device company with nearly 400 employees dedicated to advancing minimally invasive therapeutics through research, development, manufacturing, and marketing of minimally invasive surgical instruments.Intellectual Property Manager

JOB SUMMARY: Supports Executive Team, Discovery, Technology, and Engineering as needed. Manages the Intellectual Property Team and executes primary and strategic intellectual property (IP) activities. Activities will be of a scheduled and unscheduled nature.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Enhance, maintain, and advise on Company intellectual property portfolio, including patents (utility and design), trademarks, and trade secrets.
Develop and apply a process to ensure that all patent, trademark, and trade secret aspects of intellectual property are being addressed in a strategic manner that is consistent with and based on the Company’s business plans and goals as communicated by the Company’s President, Vice Presidents and Directors;
Develop and maintain a coordinated IP and product roadmap from concepts through released products, while executing IP milestones in sync with appropriate events in a planned and controlled fashion.
Efficiently and effectively manage, develop, and train all employees assigned to the IP group, including, but not limited to patent drafts people, paralegals, patent administrators, and other administrative staff.
Actively research and identify intellectual property potential for new Company technologies.
Perform due diligence and patent validity and infringement analyses on existing Company patents, and patents filed or acquired by the Company.
Recommend appropriate path in regard to patentability, claims, prosecution, and amendments.
Efficiently research and analyze prior art.
Develop an IP landscape for the technology areas important to the Company. Identify and contribute towards possible areas for innovation opportunity.
Write abstracts, brief and detailed descriptions, summaries, and develop claims in accordance with best patent practices which are consistent with current patent case law and rules.
Advise pertinent staff regarding associated rules and regulations to adhere to in filing proceedings.
Prepare and file U.S. patent applications with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
Prepare and file international Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) patent applications with the U.S. Receiving Office.
Coordinate foreign patent filings and prosecution with foreign agents as required.
Screen and select foreign IP agents for working with the Company.
Communicate with the USPTO and relevant examiners and boards.
Analyze USPTO and PCT office actions and prepare & file appropriate
Handle all Company patent application appeals in front of the USPTO Patent Trial and Appeal Board.
Advise on and coordinate all Company Post Grant Opposition Proceedings.
Debate with USPTO examiners to withdraw rejections of applications for patent claims.
Recommend and develop software and tools required to achieve goals.
Perform “right-to-use” patent clearance searches as needed.
Develop efficient processes and systems to facilitate intellectual property filing
Set up and coordinate the maintenance of an intellectual property database, including status of active patents or pending applications, office actions, maintenance milestones, and impending fees.
Develop, maintain, and effectively share statistics on filed patent and trademark applications as well as issued patents and trademarks.
Coordinate workflow with internal and external service providers.
Organize and prioritize numerous tasks and complete them under time constraints in an efficient and cost-effective manner.
Interact professionally with clients, lawyers, and employees at all levels and provide information with ordinary courtesy and tact while safeguarding confidentiality.
Recommend best practices and implement procedures to ensure confidentiality.
Recommend best practices and implement procedures to maintain consistency and an active protective posture in regard to Company patents and trademarks.
Directly influence IP policy, including non-disclosure and confidentiality requirements, documents, and procedures.
Regularly update knowledge of pertinent USPTO, PCT, and international rules and case law to keep skills up to date.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s degree in an engineering or scientific discipline.
Registered patent practitioner with the USPTO, having a minimum of 10 years of patent prosecution experience.
Successfully practiced patent law at either a law firm or in-house at a technology company.
Experienced at successfully interfacing with business executives and incorporating business aspects into IP filings and plans.
Experienced and successful team manager.
Experienced at successfully advising business executives.
Practical engineering experience is a plus.
Concentration in mechanical or biomedical engineering preferred.
Coursework and/or understanding of human anatomy is a plus.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Thorough knowledge of USPTO and PCT rules, guidelines, and processes.
Thorough knowledge of International and Regional filing timelines and rules necessary to work effectively with foreign counsel.
Demonstrated ability to successfully plan and manage activities for an IP team, including docketing, administrative, and technical/CAD related functions.
Proficient project manager.
Team oriented facilitator/mentor/worker.
Demonstrated technical proficiency.
Ability to quickly identify and understand novel mechanisms and/or processes.
Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
Excellent persuasion and debate skills.
Excellent multi-tasking ability.
Customer-focused, goal-oriented self-starter.
Advanced knowledge of computers and software (e.g. MS-Word, MS-Excel, MS-Access).
Expert at deciphering mechanical drawings.
Proficiency with AutoCAD 2-D drafting software is a plus.

Apply online at:
https://www.lsisolutions.com/Careers

Attach Cover Letter (Optional)

Additional Info
Employer Type: Other
Job Location: Victor, NY

Intellectual Property Legal Administrator – Research Institute – Brookline, MA

July 13, 2020- US - Northeast, Emp - Non-Profit, Tech - Biotech, Work - Admin, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is seeking an Intellectual Property Legal Administrator for its Office of General Counsel.

Patent Attorney – US Government (Navy) – NAVAIR – China Lake, CA

July 2, 2020- US - West, Emp - Government, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Department of the Navy, Office of General Counsel Group, Naval Air Warfare Center Weapons Division (NAWCWD) is seeking to hire a patent attorney to join its group, located in China Lake, California.

NAWCWD is a field activity of the Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR), providing research, development, test, evaluation, engineering and fleet support for Navy and Marine Corps weapons and weapons systems. The Office of General Counsel Group, NAWCWD, employs 15 attorneys and support staff at China Lake and Pt. Mugu, CA, practicing primarily in the areas of federal acquisition law, civilian personnel/labor law, environmental law, intellectual property law, fiscal law, agreements, investigations, Freedom of Information/Privacy Act, ethics/standards of conduct, and litigation related to these areas.

The NAWCWD China Lake site is located onboard the Naval Air Weapons Station, in the Mojave Desert, approximately 150 miles north/northeast of Los Angeles, California. China Lake is within the Los Angeles-Long Beach Locality Pay Area. For information about Locality Pay, see https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/pay-leave/salaries-wages/2020/general-schedule/. For information about NAVAIR and NAWCWD, see http://www.navair.navy.mil and https://www.navair.navy.mil/nawcwd

The candidate selected for this position will provide a range of intellectual property services, including:

drafting and prosecuting patent applications,
reviewing research publications for potentially patentable material,
providing litigation support for patent infringement claims,
resolving patent and copyright administrative claims, and
counseling on contract and technology transfer intellectual property matters such as rights in inventions, patents, technical data, and computer software.

The position will be filled under the Science and Technology Reinvention Laboratory (STRL) personnel demonstration system, which is a pay for performance system using pay bands with salary ranges. The position will be filled in the Business and Program Management Pay Band DA-03/04/05 (comparable to GS-11/12/13). Although the Full Performance Level of the position is the DA-06 Pay Band (comparable to GS-14/15), the intent is to fill the position at the DA-03/04/05 level, with future advancement being subject to various factors (e.g., incumbent's performance, office/client need, Office of the General Counsel (OGC) and client policies, budget, etc.). Pay will be set commensurate with the successful applicant's qualifications, funding availability, and STRL pay setting guidelines.

To be eligible for selection at the DA-03 (GS-11 equivalent) level, applicants must have one year of legal experience. Recent law school graduates with less than one year of legal experience must have superior law student work or activities demonstrated by graduating in the top third of their law school class, work or achievement of significance on an official law school law review or journal, winning a moot court competition, membership on the law school's official moot court team, or membership in the Order of the Coif. To be eligible for selection at the DA-04 (GS-12 equivalent) level, applicants must have two years of successful relevant legal experience. To be eligible for selection at the DA-05 (GS-13 equivalent) level, applicants must have in excess of two years of successful relevant legal experience.

Applicants will be evaluated on: 1) the depth, breadth and quality of their experience in technical areas related to NAWCWD's mission; 2) recent and relevant experience preparing and prosecuting patent applications; 3) oral communication skills and ability to develop strong attorney-client relationships; 4) ability to work both independently and as part of a team; 5) research, analytical, and writing skills; and, 6) interpersonal skills.

Applicants with a record of making significant contributions to the advancement of the Department of the Navy OGC or equivalent Office of the General Counsel or Law Firm/Office beyond the day to day legal practice are desired.

Requirements for the position include a Bachelor of Science or higher degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering, or other education and work experience clearly demonstrating an ability to perform the duties of the position, and particularly as those duties relate to the chemical arts. Experience in chemical/chemistry-related patent application preparation and prosecution is highly desired.

The successful applicant must have graduated from a law school that is accredited by the American Bar Association, be an active member in good standing of the bar of the highest court of a State, U.S. Commonwealth, U.S. territory, or the District of Columbia, and be admitted to practice before a state or federal court. Applicants must also be registered to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). U.S. citizenship is a requirement of the position, and the successful applicant must be able to obtain and maintain a SECRET clearance.

This announcement will close on July 31, 2020 at 11:59:59 PM, EST and applications must be received by this date and time to be considered.

If the successful applicant is not currently a member of the Department of the Navy Office of the General Counsel, processing of the hiring action can only commence after submission of those items identified in the "Instructions for New OGC Attorneys" (see Careers section of www.ogc.navy.mil)

NOTICE OF VETERANS' PREFERENCE

There is no formal rating system for applying veterans' preference to attorney appointments in the excepted service; however, the Department of the Navy Office of the General Counsel considers veterans' preference eligibility a positive factor for attorney hiring. Applicants eligible for veterans' preference must include that information in their cover letter or resume and attach supporting documentation (e.g., DD Form 214, "Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty'') to their submissions.

Although the point-preference system is not used, applicants eligible to claim a 10-point preference must submit a Standard Form (SF) 15, "Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference," and supporting documentation required for the specific type of preference claimed. (SF-15, which lists the types of 10-point preference and the required supporting documents, is available from the Office of Personnel Management Website at www.opm.gov.)

The United States Government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy or gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership service, or other non-merit factor.

Reasonable Accommodation Links:

Legal and Regulatory Guidance Links:

Financial suitability Link: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/fair-and-transparent/financial-suitability/
Social security number request Link: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/fair-and-transparent/social-security-number/
Privacy Act Link: https://wvvw.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/fair-and-transparent/privacy-act/
Signature and false statements Link: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/fair-and-transparent/signature-false-statements/
Selective Service Link: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/fair-and-transparent/selective-service/
New employee probationary period Link: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/fair-and-transparent/probationary-period/

How to Apply

Submit an application file via email to: eric.evain@navy.mil and meichelle.mcguire@navy.mil.
The emailed file size must be less than 7MB.
Please include the following:
- a cover letter;
- an SF-171, OF-612, or resume that includes the applicant's employment and educational history, as well as a listing of state bars of which the applicant is an active member, and the applicant's registration number to practice before the USPTO;
- two recent and relevant legal writing samples (up to ten pages each -- excerpts, to avoid exceeding the ten page limit, are acceptable);
- the two most recent performance appraisals (if available); and
- the names and telephone numbers of at least three references (other than current supervisor) who may be contacted as part of the application process (we will make every effort to advise applicants before current supervisors are contacted).
- Attorneys who graduated from law school after 2012 must provide a copy of their law school transcripts, including class rank.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Government
Job Location: Southern California

Intellectual Property Transactional Associate – Law Firm – Minneapolis or Chicago

March 2, 2020- US - Midwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Intellectual Property, Work - Intellectual Property, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate

The global law firm of Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP is actively recruiting an Associate to join its technology transactions and intellectual property licensing practice in Minneapolis or Chicago. Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP is an AmLaw 50 firm with offices located throughout the U.S., plus offices in the UK and Asia. Our ideal candidate will possess four or more years of technology transactions and intellectual property contract drafting and negotiation experience, including technology licensing, outsourcing, IT transactions, and merger and acquisition support. We also desire candidates with strong academic credentials or work experience in the computer sciences and information technology sector. The candidate should be ready to apply their experience to interesting and challenging matters in a thriving and fast-paced practice. Excellent writing skills, attention to detail, and strong academic credentials are required. This position offers competitive compensation and unlimited potential for professional growth. If you are looking for an opportunity with a growing, collaborative firm, please apply online and include your cover letter, resume, law school transcript, writing sample, and list of deal experience to www.faegredrinker.com/careers.

Intellectual Property Counsel – Prosecution – Research Institute – Boston, Massachusetts

December 12, 2019- US - Northeast, Emp - Non-Profit, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Prosecution

The Office of General Counsel at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute seeks an attorney to join the team as an Intellectual Property Counsel. The Office of General Counsel is a full-service law department consisting of 9 attorneys serving the Institute and its affiliates. The ideal candidate should have approximately 4+ years of experience in life science-focused patent counseling and prosecution practice. The Intellectual Property Counsel will work both in support of more senior attorneys and independently to provide intellectual property counseling and portfolio management services to the Institute.

Responsibilities:

Work collaboratively with and in support of the Chief Intellectual Property Counsel and other senior attorneys in the Office of General Counsel.
Extensive interaction required with senior administrative, research, and medical staff throughout the Institute and with outside companies and outside counsel.
Review intellectual property disclosures and interviewing participants.
Conduct prior art searches and analyzing patent and scientific papers and documents.
Render legal opinions with respect to patentability, validity, and freedom to operate.
Formulate publication and patent strategies.
Prepare and file emergency provisional patent applications.
Advise internal clients on patent filing, prosecution, maintenance, and defense.
Instruct and supervise international patent preparation and prosecution.
Understand assignment obligations and supervising assignment recordation.
Conduct due diligence assessments and providing intellectual property support for transactional projects.
Perform timely review of publication and Freedom of Information Act requests.
Build and manage external relationships with outside counsel and collaborators.
Supervise Patent Technology Specialists and support staff.

Qualifications:

J.D. required.
4+ years of relevant experience required, preferably in a law firm or corporate setting.
Broad scientific knowledge in chemistry, biotechnology, or a related field required
Must be registered to practice before the U.S. Patent Office.
Computer skills needed include Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel).
Outstanding written and oral communication skills.
Excellent attention to detail and research abilities.
Exceptional organization skills and ability to prioritize tasks.
Strong client service skills and professionalism.
Discretion, diplomacy, and good judgment.

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other groups as protected by law.

Contact
To apply, please visit: https://careers-dfci.icims.com/jobs/17764/intellectual-%20property-counsel-%E2%80%93-%20prosecution/job

Additional Info
Employer Type: Non-Profit
Job Location: Boston, MA

IP Counsel – Small Corporation – W. Lafayette, Ind.

October 26, 2019- US - Midwest, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Work - Licensing / Other Corporate

Inari is seeking an outstanding patent attorney to strengthen our internal IP practice. You will work closely with Inari’s science and business teams to ensure freedom-to-operate for its procedures, technologies, and products and develop, grow, manage, and protect the company’s intellectual property portfolio for its innovative agricultural and science-based technologies and products. This is an extremely interactive role that requires excellent communication skills and the ability to provide pragmatic and business-savvy advice, identify innovations, and succinctly identify and communicate decisions to both scientific and executive teams. The position reports to the VP Innovation Catalyst (Head IP).

The ideal candidate demonstrates the ability to execute and manage a global patent strategy for innovative clients while being equally hands-on and able to execute at a technical/tactical level; and has a plant sciences and/or agricultural industry background with deep experience in the development and protection of IP within this industry (pharma industry background with an interest to learn about the ag industry will be considered).

The focus of support will be Inari’s product development activities at our West Lafayette, IN facility. The position is ideally based in Inari’s premises in West Lafayette, IN, though Cambridge (MA) can be considered.

As Intellectual Property Counsel, you will...

Develop, manage and execute a comprehensive and effective global IP strategy for Inari’s portfolio of products and technologies at all stages of research, development, or commercialization
Ensure freedom to operate and minimize exposure to third party IP, including establishing IP landscape and “white space” analysis in cooperation with the science team; providing and drafting opinions
Collaborate with scientific and technology teams to build strong patent portfolios around key assets to ensure a long-term competitive advantage
Lead IP due diligence, review, and participate in agreement drafting and negotiations, including in-house drafting of certain patent applications and efficient management of outside counsel
Provide general and directed IP counsel and education to Inari scientists and management while operationally supporting Inari’s corporate and business development efforts with regard to IP due diligence, competitive intelligence, IP in-licensing
Advise with regard to brand protection by working with stakeholders to implement trademark strategy
Protect patent applications and manage IP disputes, engaging external counsel if needed

You bring...

Juris Doctorate and an advanced degree in molecular biology or biochemistry or related scientific field (Ph.D. strongly preferred)
10+ years of patent experience including patent preparation and prosecution, IP landscape and FTO analysis, opinion work, strategic development with 5+ years of in-house IP experience, from within an Ag or Pharma company
Registration to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USTPO)
Substantive transactional experience and litigation experience preferred
Extensive knowledge of patent law and procedure, incl. international and foreign patent prosecution
A flexible, agile, personable, team-oriented approach; an ability to think “out-of-the-box”, and operate in a fast-paced, early stage, small company environment
A proactive, collaborative business-partnering mindset
Proven ability to set and meet ambitious deadlines, handle numerous multifaceted legal issues and see projects through to conclusion
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with both scientists and management
Ability to distill complexity and to communicate decisively with sound judgment
Strong leadership and influencing ability at all levels of the organization and with all internal and external constituencies
Exceptional communication skills, oral and written; ability to convey a compelling story across any communication medium, especially when negotiating or defending IP matters
Curiosity; desire to continuously learn
Creative and strategic thinking, willingness to be bold
A collaborative approach, open to giving and receiving ideas, perspectives, and feedback

Contact
To apply, please email your resume to: rpierce@inari.com.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: West Lafayette, Indiana

Sr. Manager, Legal Counsel-Patents – Large Corporation – St. Joseph, Mich.

October 17, 2019- US - Midwest, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Prosecution

Whirlpool Corporation is seeking a Sr. Manager, Legal Counsel-Patents. This position will be responsible for providing legal counsel and services on matters involving patents, copyrights, trade secrets and other proprietary information. This position supports Whirlpool’s global product organization, including its advanced development and product engineering groups.

Job Responsibilities:
Advise on intellectual property issues involving patents, copyrights, trade secrets, and proprietary information. Specifically, you will help ensure Whirlpool’s unique and compelling innovations are a core driver of Whirlpool’s success. Specific responsibilities may include:

Developing and executing patent strategies related to assigned Whirlpool technology areas.
Reviewing inventions and advising on patentability issues and arranging for the filing and prosecution of U.S. and foreign patent applications.
Preparing and prosecuting patent applications.
Establishing product clearance plans and reviewing and advising on patent infringement risks.
Supporting various innovation generation activities such as invention workshops to target development of strategic intellectual property.
Providing intellectual property advice and training to clients.
Drafting and assisting in the negotiation and administration of intellectual property related contracts, including confidentiality, development and license agreements, as well as assisting in negotiation of more general commercial agreements, including procurement and various service agreements.
Investigating and pursuing patent infringement and enforcement opportunities, including patent litigation.
Providing patent support for special projects.
Researching intellectual property issues relevant to the company’s business.

Minimum Requirements:

JD from an accredited law school, with strong academic credentials and Bar Admission, and admission to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
Technical bachelor degree, preferably electrical or mechanical engineering or related field.
Minimum of 5 years of legal experience as an attorney. Ability to prioritize and manage a large volume of concurrent projects.
Strong analytical, research, organization and management skills.
Exceptional interpersonal and communication (both written and oral) skills.
Demonstrated ability to achieve results as a leader or member of a cross functional team.
Ability to provide strong strategic thought to Whirlpool’s patent processes.

Preferred Requirements:

Experience in patent preparation, prosecution, IP transactions (e.g., development and licensing agreements), product clearance, and patent litigation

Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is the world’s leading major home appliance company, with approximately $21 billion in annual sales, 92,000 employees and 70 manufacturing and technology research centers in 2017. The company markets Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Maytag, Consul, Brastemp, Amana, Bauknecht, Jenn-Air, Indesit and other major brand names in nearly every country throughout the world.

At Whirlpool Corporation, we believe that all people matter. Celebrating diversity and including thousands of perspectives empower us to create products that blend into every concept of home. Whirlpool Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.

Contact
To apply, please visit this link: https://career8.successfactors.com/sfcareer/jobreqcareer?jobId=35272&company=whirlpoolc&username=.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: St. Joseph, Michigan

Senior Patent Prosecution Attorney/Agent (Of Counsel) – Large Law Firm – Nationwide or Telecommute

September 26, 2019- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Midwest, - US - Northeast, - US - Northwest, - US - NYC, - US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - Southwest, - US - Telecommute, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Loza & Loza LLP is seeking a senior patent attorney with 10+ years of patent prosecution experience and a degree in biology, chemistry, biochemistry, or medicine, with knowledge of the drug discovery and development processes. Experience representing clients in the pharmaceutical industry required. USPTO registration and at least one state bar license preferred, but strongly qualified patent agents will be considered. This is an "as needed" Of Counsel position where telecommuting and flexible hours are available. We will consider qualified candidates in any part of the U.S.