Patent Expert – Large Corporation – Portland, Ore.

May 4, 2018- US - Northwest, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Any / Other, Work - Intellectual Property, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Prosecution

At Nike, innovation is in our blood. As a key member of the Nike Patent team, the Patent Expert will collaborate closely with our cutting-edge Apparel and Footwear innovation teams. To be successful, the Patent Expert will need to maintain a high level of awareness of current Nike innovations, development projects, production techniques, and materials.

Primary responsibilities will include monitoring innovation projects, researching utility patent application opportunities, directing the drafting and prosecution of patent applications by outside counsel, and working with the Nike Patent team, outside counsel, and innovators to drive the patent process. The Patent Expert will also monitor Nike’s and its competitors’ respective product launches to strategically build and align our patent portfolio.

The role will report to an Assistant General Counsel on the Patent team and will also assist Nike’s IP Litigation and IP Transactions teams in a variety of other patent-related activities such as patent invalidation/opposition proceedings, freedom to operate assessments, portfolio mining, patent litigation matters, and the negotiation of IP-focused agreements.

To accomplish these important goals, the Patent Expert will possess a technical background (science/engineering) and a strong ability to interface with colleagues having a wide array of expertise in the areas of design, technology, engineering, and IP law in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree or above in science or engineering.
Registered to practice before the USPTO.
3-5 years of experience of patent drafting and/or prosecution, preferably in the chemical and/or mechanical arts.
Technical and/or patent experience in the fields of consumer products, footwear, apparel, and/or textiles; experience with knitting, weaving, and/or braiding technologies is highly desirable.

Preferred candidates will exhibit:

Ability to communicate patent and technology concepts in both written and verbal form.
Ability to adapt in a dynamic work environment.
Aptitude to understand new areas of technology.
Strong collaboration skills, organizational skills, multi-tasking skills, and attention to detail.
Ability to thrive in ambiguity and to self-manage/prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
Willingness to provide assistance outside of defined job description.

Contact
To apply, please visit this link: https://jobs.nike.com/job/beaverton/patent-expert/824/7954151.

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

Patent Attorney – Large Law Firm – Seoul, South Korea

April 16, 2018- Asia, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Prosecution, Work - Regulatory

Lee International IP & Law Group, one of the most prestigious law firms in Seoul Korea, is seeking a US patent attorney with a minimum of 2 years of experience working in the US (law firm/in-house/USPTO) drafting and/or reviewing materials related to patent prosecutions, preferably in the fields of electrical and/or electro-mechanical engineering, to work in our office in Seoul, Korea. Excellent writing and oral skills are required. Responsibilities will include communicating effectively with foreign-based clients, editing English translation of Korean patent application and some Korean trademark materials. Bilingual (English and Korean/Mandarin/Japanese) skill is a definite plus. Salary will be commensurate with experience.

Patent Attorney (Plant / Ag Biotech) – Small Corporation – Cambridge, Mass.

April 16, 2018- US - Northeast, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Prosecution

Inari Agriculture, Inc., is a vibrant start-up company based in Cambridge, MA, focusing on highly innovative new breeding technologies to improve performance of plants. To address the intellectual property challenges in this emerging area of technology, Inari is recruiting an in-house patent attorney to be based at Inari’s Cambridge, MA, location.

I.P. Transactions Counsel – Large Corporation – Multiple Locations

April 7, 2018- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate

Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) is an innovative, dynamic company with a rich past and a promising future. Started in a Palo Alto garage by Bill Hewlett and Dave Packard as Hewlett-Packard Company, HPE has continuously reinvented itself. Today, HPE is one of the world's leading technology companies and provides networking, servers, storage, IT and Cloud services, and software solutions for the next generation of IT infrastructure.

The effective management and leveraging of HPE’s intellectual property, on behalf of HPE’s global business units, across the full range of IP transactions, is a key function within HPE’s Legal Department.

HPE’s Legal Department is leading the way for in-house legal departments through our client-first orientation, unique approach to talent development, innovative use of tools and technology, and commitment to pro bono work.

In this individual contributor, intermediate level role you will report to the Director, IP Transactions & Counseling. The successful candidate will counsel and provide IP transactional support to business unit clients, the supply chain team, and to the IP sales and licensing team. The successful candidate will also support special projects as needed.

Responsibilities

Provide business-focused IP solutions to all levels of management within the supported client group. Handle complex IP and technology transactions such as joint development agreements, inbound and outbound licensing agreements, patent sales and licensing, patent pool and standards agreements, university and government collaboration agreements, NDAs and other IP agreements.
Support and drive the IP due diligence process in mergers, acquisitions and divestitures.
Responsibilities include agreement drafting, negotiation, and encumbrance review. Will perform infringement and evidence of use analysis and prepare, present and defend claim charts.
Communicate HPE’s IP strategy effectively at all levels within HPE’s organization and prevent loss of IP value by obtaining the best possible IP terms for HPE in a wide range of transactions.
Counsel clients on legal risks in a compressed-timeline, business-critical deal environment.
Prepare and review submissions to HPE’s internal boards for escalation, review and approval of non-standard IP terms including those related to license agreements, participation in standards setting organizations and the like, patent pools and work on other non-product related IP out-licensing.

Experience and Qualifications

5+ years proven experience and success in providing intellectual property transactional counseling in a high technology environment, including experience providing legal support for standards and patent monetization activities. Strong understanding of intellectual property law required.
Appropriate technical degree (EE, CS, Physics or equivalent)
Industry knowledge in appropriate technology fields (server, storage, cloud, networking, IoT, services, hardware and software) is desired
Strong team player with excellent collaborative and influencing skills.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, including the ability to deliver executive level presentations and an ability to successfully interact with a wide variety of clients, business partners, competitors, opposing counsel and others.
Juris Doctor (JD) degree, Bar qualification
USPTO/EPO/JPO Admission (or equivalent)
Some travel may be required

Contact
To apply, please visit this website: https://careers.hpe.com/job/palo-alto/ip-transactions-and-counseling-attorney/3545/7560305.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Palo Alto, California; Houston, Texas; Fort Collins, Colorado

Patent Attorney (M.E. / E.E.) – Large Law Firm – Alexandria, Va.

April 4, 2018- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Paralegal / Legal Secretary, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Oliff PLC, a full service IP Law firm with offices in Alexandria, Virginia, is seeking Patent Attorneys with a background in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering or closely related fields for the Alexandria office.

Associate I.P. Attorney – Small Law Firm – Tampa Bay, Fla.

March 11, 2018- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Smith & Hopen, P.A. is seeking a registered patent attorney with 1-3 years of patent prosecution experience. Candidates must have strong academic credentials and technical expertise. Preference will be given to those with electrical and computer engineering degrees.

Patent Attorney – Large Corporation – Middlebury, Conn.

February 28, 2018- US - Northeast, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate

LANXESS is seeking a Patent Attorney to work in its Middlebury, Connecticut offices.

Responsibilities:

Work with assigned business units to identify inventions and draft patent applications covering such inventions for LANXESS Solutions US Inc. and its affiliates.
Prosecute patent applications before the United States Patent and Trademark Office for LANXESS Solutions US Inc. and its affiliates.
Manage a global patent portfolio based on a patent strategy developed with the assigned business units, including overseeing outside counsel’s prosecution of foreign filed patent applications.
Provide counseling on legal issues relating to the enforcement of LANXESS' intellectual property rights and compliance with third parties’ intellectual property rights, including Freedom to Operate opinions.
Negotiate, draft and review IP related agreements, including confidentiality agreements, licensing agreements, and joint development agreements.
Assist in the selection and management of outside counsel in the prosecution/defense of various IP legal issues, including freedom to operate and infringement opinions.
Interpret court decisions, conduct legal research, have knowledge of statutes and governmental regulations to provide legal advice on current and pending IP legal developments.
Develop and maintain a strong working knowledge of business and operational goals and objectives of the assigned areas.

Requirements:

Juris Doctorate
Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or Materials Science
License to practice law in at least one state (including a CT House License where appropriate)
Admission to practice before the USPTO
3-5 years of experience in Patent Law, in-house experience preferred
Exceptional verbal and written communication required
Demonstrated attention to detail

Contact
To apply, please visit this link: https://careers-chemtura.icims.com/jobs/1321/patent-attorney/job?hub=11&mobile=false&width=1217&height=500&bga=true&needsRedirect=false&jan1offset=-300&jun1offset=-240. Please include your resume when applying.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Middlebury, Connecticut

Assistant General Counsel, IP Transactions and Licensing – Large Corporation – Portland, Ore.

January 23, 2018- US - Northwest, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Work - Intellectual Property, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate

Nike seeks an experienced intellectual property lawyer to serve as an Assistant General Counsel, IP Transactions and Licensing. In that role, the successful candidate will provide IP counseling for key segments of Nike’s world-class innovation, product development, and manufacturing innovation, including developing and implementing current and forward-looking innovation/IP activities. As a member of Nike’s legal and IP teams, you will collaborate closely with Nike’s business and innovation teams, as well as legal colleagues, to provide deal negotiation, drafting, and execution and strategic advice related to the company’s IP development, strategic partnerships, business relationships, and licensing activities.

In this role, the successful candidate will help to drive innovation efforts through IP-centric partnerships and transactions. You will develop and implement best practices and processes for aligning IP strategies with Nike business goals. As a member of the Nike global IP and legal departments, you will work closely with other members of those teams to provide expertise where needed.

Core Responsibilities:

Develop and implement global strategy for Nike’s IP transactions and licensing activities.
Work closely with senior management, technical/business stakeholders, and legal colleagues to advise and negotiate IP-intensive transactions, including strategic partnerships, joint development efforts, open innovation activities, patent licenses, and IP acquisitions.
Draft and negotiate IP-centric agreements including joint development and collaboration, IP acquisition, university research, and inbound and outbound license agreements.
Lead Nike’s open source program.
Provide IP advice (including ownership, licensing, and indemnification guidance) for commercial and corporate agreements, including consulting, exclusivity, supply and manufacturing agreements.
Provide IP advice on a variety of company and business issues, including M&A activities, strategic innovation programs, university relations, inventor programs, confidentiality programs, and employment-related issues.
Collaborate and work with other senior business, IP, and legal leaders on a wide range of IP-related issues, including IP analysis, due diligence, disputes, and strategy.
Provide education and training to Nike’s business, innovation and legal partners regarding IP, open source, and transactional/licensing issues.

Requirements:

Juris Doctor degree and active member in good standing of at least one state bar; admission to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and a technical degree are strongly preferred.
5 to 10 years of solid experience in: negotiating and drafting IP and technology transactional agreements, license agreements, and IP provisions of commercial agreements; general IP substantive areas (including patent prosecution and litigation, trade secrets); open source review and counseling; and IP counseling. Some in-house legal experience is preferred.
Broad range of legal experience and substantive knowledge related to open source, patent licensing, enforcement and litigation.
Strong communication skills -- verbal and written -- with the ability to express thoughts clearly, concisely, and persuasively to a range of audiences, including legal experts, innovators, technologists, and senior business executives.
Capable of adding value to Nike through unique technical and legal expertise.
Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills; a team player who can establish and build partnerships within all levels of the innovation and legal teams.
The ability to multi-task, manage multiple priorities, problem solve and deliver timely and effective results in a fast-paced, team environment.
The ability to counsel clients in developing business and licensing strategies by finding creative solutions to complex business and legal issues relating to IP.

Contact
Apply online by visiting this link: https://jobs.nike.com/job/portland/assistant-general-counsel-ip-transactions-and-licensing/824/6891767.

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

Trademark / I.P. Litigation Attorney – Law Firm – Nationwide or Telecommute

January 22, 2018- 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, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Paralegal / Legal Secretary, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution, Work - Regulatory

Loza & Loza, LLP is seeking a Trademark/IP Litigation Attorney.

Associate General Counsel (Intellectual Property) – Large Corporation – Columbus, Ohio

December 1, 2017- US - Midwest, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Litigation

vertiv Vertiv, a $4.5B multinational technology corporation, is seeking an intellectual property lawyer to assume worldwide responsibility for Vertiv’s patent litigation, patent portfolio and other intellectual property assets. The successful candidate will report to the General Counsel and will own all aspects of Vertiv’s intellectual property matters, including:

Patent Attorney / Agent (E.E. / M.E.) – Large Law Firm – Alexandria, Va.

November 9, 2017- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

oliff Oliff PLC, a full service IP Law firm with offices in Alexandria, Virginia, is seeking Patent Attorneys or Agents with a background in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering or closely related fields for the Alexandria office. Background in optics and/or a secret clearance a plus. Applicants should have at least two years of patent prosecution experience in a law firm, and patent drafting experience required. Positions involve all aspects of patent prosecution, with opportunities for increasing levels of responsibility and movement into other areas of our IP practice. Competitive salary and benefits package. EOE.

Patent Counsel – Large Corporation – Mountain View, Calif.

November 7, 2017- US - Silicon Valley & SF, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution, Work - Regulatory

intuit Intuit is looking for a talented patent attorney experienced in strategic patent portfolio generation, as well as advising legal and business teams on the same, to join our dynamic Intellectual Property Practice Group. You'll be one of the primary legal contacts partnering with Intuit's business units on patent related matters.

Primary duties will include developing and maintaining client relationships, driving growth of Intuit’s patent program, which includes development of patent strategy, solicitation and evaluation of invention disclosures, and supervising outside patent counsel. This position also provides transactional IP support, manages IP related third party disputes, patent litigation support, and handling various patent and technology related matters as they arise.

Additional responsibilities may include patent licensing matters and IP support for mergers and acquisitions. Opportunity exists to gain experience in other areas of law, as well as leadership experience.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a company with a strong innovation culture and be part of an exciting group that is in the process of growing a strong intellectual property program.

Responsibilities:

World-wide patent portfolio growth within Intuit's businesses
Regularly interact with business leaders and creative teams
Manage outside patent counsel in preparation and prosecution of patent applications
Support patent litigation; IP support for M&A projects
Legal support for use of, and contribution to, open source by engineering teams
Provide IP related transactional support
Lead and/or participate in IP Team and Legal Department initiatives

Qualifications:

Experienced patent portfolio manager
Proven ability in working with creative teams to discover innovative work
Experience supporting IP litigation, M&A
Experience in supporting contract and transactional teams
Experience with open source licensing is a plus
A mix of law firm and in-house experience

Requirements:

At least 5 years of experience as a patent attorney
USPTO registered patent attorney, licensed in California
Undergraduate degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or IT related field
At least 2 years of experience with patent preparation and prosecution

The ideal candidate has proven good business judgement, confidence in influencing decision making processes, effective communication and presentation skills, and business focused client counseling. Must be adept at balancing risk and opportunity, creative problem solving, and working with the business to make smart decisions. Must have a sense of humor.

Imagine a career where your creative inspiration can fuel BIG innovation. Year-over-year, Intuit has been recognized as a best employer and is consistently ranked on Fortune's "100 Best Companies To Work For" and Fortune World's "Most Admired Software Companies" lists. Immerse yourself in our award winning culture while creating breakthrough solutions that simplify the lives of consumers and small businesses and their customers worldwide.
Intuit is expanding its social, mobile, and global footprint with a full suite of products and services that are revolutionizing the industry.

Utilizing design for delight and lean startup methodologies, our entrepreneurial employees have brought more than 250 innovations to market – from QuickBooks® and TurboTax®, to GoPayment, Mint.com, big data, cloud (SaaS, PaaS) and mobile apps. The breadth and depth of these customer-driven innovations mean limitless opportunities for you to turn your ingenious ideas into reality at Intuit.
Discover what it's like to be part of a team that rewards taking risks and trying new things. It's time to love what you do! Check out all of our career opportunities at: careers.intuit.com.

EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability

Intuit will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with requirements of local law.

Contact
To apply, please visit this website: http://careers.intuit.com/job-category/12/legal/job/00129753/patent-counsel.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Mountain View, California

Director, Intellectual Property – Education – Boston, Mass.

October 30, 2017- US - Northeast, Emp - Educational, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate

suffolk Suffolk University Law School is seeking qualified candidates to consider for the Director of Intellectual Property position. The Director will be responsible for pursuing partnerships, both locally and nationally, with corporations, law firms and other institutions of higher education. The goals of the partnerships are to provide opportunities for additional IP internships, jobs, and skills-based experiences; funding for programmatic initiatives; the development of impactful conferences and programs; and the growth of a student pipeline of technical specialists attending the Law School.

The Director will interface with volunteers and IP faculty members to continually evaluate and prioritize the Law School's goals in the IP area. The Director also will work to develop new programs that help to fit those goals and collaborate with the IP faculty on existing IP programs and activities, including administering and growing the online IP Certificate Program.

Primary/Principal Responsibilities:

Conference/Programs
• Develop and oversee conferences, events, and continuing legal education programs in IP law in consultation with the Law School's IP concentration directors
• Develop sponsorship programs for these events and create a financially sustainable model for the Law School's conference and events offerings

Student Recruitment
• In consultation with the Associate Dean of Admission, develop relationships with colleges with strong STEM programs, as well as law firms and other employers of technical specialists, to grow the number of technical specialists attending the Law School
• Assist the Dean of Admission on recruitment efforts in this area

Experiential/Employment Responsibilities
• In consultation with the Associate Dean for Professional & Career Development, provide practice area-specific career counseling to law students and recent graduates and serve as the Law School's liaison to legal employers to increase IP internship and postgraduate opportunities for current students and recent graduates

Marketing
• Assist with the marketing and communications of the Law School's IP programs in order to enhance the Law School's regional and national reputation in this area

Alumni Engagement/Fundraising/Budget
• Engage alumni who are practicing in IP law and educate them about the Law School's IP efforts
• Coordinate efforts of the Law School's IP Advisory Board
• Engage in fundraising, apply for grants, and seek corporate/law firm sponsorships to support the Law School's IP initiatives.
• Prepare and oversee a budget for the Law School's IP efforts

IP Certificate Program
• Grow the number of students in the online IP certificate program
• Provide administrative support for the certificate program and advise the director regarding program content

Requirements/Qualification:
• J.D. Degree and practice experience in the area of intellectual property law.
• Ability to work collaboratively with all stakeholders, including alumni and faculty members.
• Self-starter who is comfortable developing and implementing strategic plans.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel and Outlook).
• Strong administrative skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with ability to present information clearly, logically and concisely.
• Strong program development with a service orientation.

Attributes:
• Highly collaborative with strong communication skills.
• Innovative and creative: inspires and develops new approaches to addressing challenges and problems.
• Committed to diversity: establishes a climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for diversity of race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, medical condition, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, marital status, age, citizenship, or status as a covered veteran.
• Committed to community: contributes to climate of civility, honesty, cooperation, professionalism and fairness.

Other information:

Suffolk University Law School has a strong national reputation in intellectual property law. Current programs include a concentration in IP law and a patent law specialization. Students can take courses that explore the numerous facets of IP law as well as participate in an IP Law Clinic that represents traditionally underserved clients. The school's part-time evening program has traditionally attracted students with engineering and life science backgrounds who are interested in pursuing a career in patent law. Many of these students work as technical specialists for Boston-area law firms and are engaged in patent work while they attend law school. Because of these curricular strengths, Suffolk Law has more patent law partners in Boston-area law firms than any other law school.

Suffolk at a Glance

Suffolk University is a private, comprehensive, urban university located in the heart of downtown Boston. Our college green is the Boston Common. We are steps from dozens of historic sites including the Old State House, Faneuil Hall, and the Massachusetts State House. We have no real boundaries to our campus-Boston and Suffolk blend together.

Since 1906, Suffolk has been committed to creating an exceptional learning experience. Our vision is to be recognized as a dynamic institution that fosters engaged learning, rigorous scholarship, innovative thinking, and community collaboration across disciplines. We will ensure that Suffolk graduates are versatile and prepared for modern society and the new world market. We will provide rich curricula, experiential learning opportunities and professional mentoring through increased collaboration with alumni and community partners. We will recruit, mentor, and support a diverse faculty of teacher-scholars who are passionately committed to preparing our students to be leaders in the global community. We will inspire investment in a Suffolk community that is built on ethical, forward-thinking leadership, teamwork, and cooperation.

Suffolk University is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse community. We are actively seeking applicants from groups that might be under-represented because of race/color, gender, religion, real or perceived disability, and national origin or LBGTQ status.

See yourself here with our terrific benefits package. Benefits include, but are not limited to:
• Harvard Pilgrim medical/Delta Dental at low employee costs
• Retirement options including both Standard Retirement Plan (SRP) and Voluntary Tax Deferred Annuity (VTDAP). The University contributes 9% to your SRP when employees contribute 5% after eligibility guidelines have been met.
• All employees and faculty members who are at least half-time are eligible for the tuition free course benefit in the College of Arts and Sciences and in the Sawyer Business School. There are additional tuition benefits for spouses, domestic partners, and children.
• Generous time-off program. Vacation accrues monthly. Vacation for part-time employees is pro-rated based on the employees' regularly scheduled hours. Additional holidays are announced each year and are separate from the employee's vacation allowance.
• Pre-tax commuter benefit
• Discounted home and auto insurance

Suffolk University conducts Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) checks relative to prior criminal convictions and pending cases, as well as Sex Offender Registry Information (SORI) checks relative to prior sexual offenses committed as a contingent offer of employment for all positions. Suffolk University requires specific written authorization to conduct background checks. Failure to provide such authorization shall preclude candidates from being hired.

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Employer Type: Education
Job Location: Boston, Massachusetts

Patent Agent / Technical Writer – Large Law Firm – Portland, Ore.

October 23, 2017- US - Northwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

The Portland, Oregon office of Stoel Rives LLP, a full service regional law firm, seeks a patent agent or technical writer to join its Technology and Intellectual Property (TIP) practice group in Portland. The Firm’s TIP practice group is multidisciplinary and includes talented professionals with experience in business, litigation, and technical matters.

Senior Manager, Patent Counsel – Large Corporation – Vienna, Va.

September 19, 2017- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Prosecution

Capital One’s legal department is looking for two talented and dynamic patent attorneys to join its fast-growing patent team. Members of our patent team are working to develop and implement an enterprise-wide patent strategy and to create a culture of inventor engagement and excitement. It’s audacious work at a massive scale. If you are inquisitive, collaborative, and enthusiastic about technology, come join us!

We are looking for someone who:

is an outstanding patent attorney with experience in preparing and prosecuting software or electrical applications; the successful candidate will be responsible for protecting Capital One’s inventions and helping shape Capital One’s enterprise-wide patent strategy.
can proactively engage various teams across the enterprise to identify patentable innovations, run invention disclosure meetings and invention harvesting sessions, and provide education and training to technical teams.
can independently counsel clients and provide practical legal advice on a wide range of patent and IP transactional issues, including advising on matters related to litigation, open source software, licensing, and acquisition.
is an excellent verbal and written communicator; the successful candidate will need to feel comfortable presenting in front of inventors, colleagues, and stakeholders, and will need to be able to communicate complex legal concepts in a clear and simple way that fosters trust and respect.
can demonstrate sound judgment even in novel situations, and can understand business goals in a way that helps them evaluate risk effectively and provide practical legal advice.
has excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize effectively to meet deadlines or business goals.
is creative and not afraid to try something new to raise the bar and improve experiences with teammates, inventors, and stakeholders; the successful candidate takes pride in their work and wants to add value outside of the day-to-day expectations of the role.
can create friendly and collaborative working relationships, particularly with their teammates, the rest of the legal department, internal clients, and outside counsel. A good sense of humor and an interest in having fun at work are pluses!

Basic Qualifications:

At least 3 years of experience drafting and prosecuting patent applications.
Juris Doctor and membership in good standing in at least one state bar.
Registered to practice before the US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.
Experience with providing intellectual property transactional counseling, including experience with university collaboration agreements, joint development agreements, licensing agreements, and M&A due diligence.
Experience with IP issues in open source, including the IP impact of open source contributions and familiarity with widely used open source licenses.
Experience as a software developer or hardware engineer.
Experience with financial technologies (Fintech).

At this time, Capital One will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.

Contact
To apply, please visit this website: https://capitalone.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/Capital_One/job/Vienna-VA/Senior-Manager--Patents-Counsel_R34532.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Vienna, Virginia

Manager, I.P. – Education – College Park, Md.

September 14, 2017- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Educational, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Prosecution

University of Maryland, College Park
Position Number: 123406
Title: Manager
Functional Title: Manager, Intellectual Property
Category Status: 33-Exempt Regular
Applicant Search Category: Staff
Unit: VPR-Office of Technology Commercialization

Campus/College Information: Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the flagship institution in the University System of Maryland. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation’s capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.

Position Summary/Purpose of Position:
The Manager, Intellectual Property is a registered patent practitioner primarily responsible for overseeing the voluminous and diverse portfolio of University of Maryland’s intellectual property from disclosure to patenting which requires constant follow-up. The Manager, Intellectual Property will interact with and advise inventors, OTC’s licensing staff, licensees, and outside counsel on patent strategy, conveying patent rules, IP policies (University System of Maryland and University of Maryland), and Bayh-Dole Act requirements.

Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, or related field.

Experience:
Three (3) years of patent prosecution experience. At least one (1) year of supervisory experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

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

Preferences:

JD; Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in engineering, science, or related field preferred.
Two (2) years of experience managing an IP portfolio in an in-house setting (university, corporate, or government) preferred.
University experience preferred.
Admitted to and member in good standing of the Maryland bar, or eligible for admission within 1 yearof hire, is preferred.

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

Additional Information:
Candidates must be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the USA. No Visa sponsorship is offered for this position.

Must be registered and in good standing to practice before the United States Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO).

Posting Date: 09/12/2017
Open Until Filled: Yes
Best Consideration Date: 09/26/2017

Physical Demand:
Sedentary work performed in a normal office environment. Ability to deal with stress and conflict. Spending long hours in front of a computer screen. Ability to attend meetings both on and off campus.

Diversity Statement:
The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Contact
All interested applicants must apply online through ejobs.umd.edu(https://ejobs.umd.edu/postings/54613 ).

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

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