Gibson & Dernier LLP, a New Jersey IP boutique, seeks an experienced patent attorney having (or wishing to have) his/her own book of business. The goal is for the candidate to share in a significant percentage of the billings, work autonomously, and escape from the ridiculous practices of larger law firms. Our firm is characterized by high quality work, fair fees, merit compensation, professional conduct, cordiality, and a harmonious office atmosphere. If you've been thinking that the large corporate firm is not for you, it's not.
Contact: Send your resume toinfo@gdiplaw.com. No phone submissions please.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Woodbridge, New Jersey
The Office of University Counsel at the University of Illinois is seeking an intellectual property attorney to serve as Associate University Counsel at its Chicago campus. The person filling this position is expected to be immediately available and capable of providing advice on legal issues in the IP area in the academic setting, including licensing of patents and other intellectual property, technology transfer, trademarks and copyrights, and information technology, as well as supervising its outside patent and trademark counsel.
Under the supervision of the Campus Legal Counsel, the Associate University Counsel will work closely with the Office of Technology Management as well as the Library and other units across campus that seek advice in this area. A significant emphasis of the position will be providing advice on, reviewing and negotiating licenses of University intellectual property, particularly patents and other technology. However, a broad range of intellectual property experience is necessary.
Applicants must be admitted or eligible for immediate admission to the Illinois Bar. At least five years of legal practice and experience in the areas described above and in an academic setting are preferred. A hard science background is beneficial. Salary is negotiable within the range of $85,000-$110,000 depending upon qualifications.
Contact: For full consideration, candidates must apply and submit a letter of application, resume, and contact information for three professional references by August 5, 2010, at https://uajobs.hr.uillinois.edu/. Additional Info: Employer Type: Education Institution Job Location: Chicago, Illinois
Rare opportunity for civilian patent attorney in the United States Air Force Judge Advocate General (JAG) Corps. The Air Force is seeking a patent attorney with a minimum 2 years preparation/prosecution experience, particularly in the arts of electrical and mechanical engineering. The position is located at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base (Dayton), Ohio. This job will provide unique challenges and ample opportunities to grow and excel in the fields of patent law and technology transfer law.
Contact: Additional information and application procedures are available at "USAJOBS." NOTE: Applicants must apply through the above link at the USAJOBS website by Monday, 2 August 2010.
Questions only may be directed to afmclo.jaz.t2@wpafb.af.mil. Applications will not be accepted by email.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Government Agency Job Location: Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio
The Palo Alto office of Baker Botts seeks an IP associate with 4-6 years of experience in patent counseling. Must be a licensed patent attorney registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Extensive experience in patent prosecution necessary. Experience in licensing a plus, but not necessary. Must have at least a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, or equivalent (such as a mechanical engineering degree with strong background in computer science). Industry experience in those fields a plus, but not necessary. Must have excellent academic credentials.
Roche, one of the world’s leading research-focused healthcare groups, is seeking a patent attorney to work in Pleasanton, California.
Responsibilities: • Conduct patent clearance review of proposed products; draft and prosecute patent applications and supervise outside counsels relating to same activities; devise and execute portfolio strategy; and assist with licensing activities, due diligence reviews, litigation, as needed. • Interact with research and development personnel in assigned product and technology areas; maintain current understanding of those areas; carry out patent clearance reviews and design counseling in those areas. • Evaluate invention disclosures; prepare and prosecute patent applications; supervise outside counsels' preparation and prosecution of patent applications; devise and execute portfolio strategy in the assigned technology or product areas. • Coordinate activities and legal positions with European colleagues handling ex-US patent matters. • Assist in litigation, appeals, interference, reissues and reexaminations. • Prepare, review, and revise patent-related licenses and agreements. • Assist in due diligence reviews of third patent estates. • Administrative, training and CLE activities.
Who you are You’re someone who wants to influence your own development. You’re looking for a company where you have the opportunity to pursue your interests across functions and geographies, and where a job title is not considered the final definition of who you are, but the starting point. • J.D. degree, and MS or Ph.D. in Life Sciences or Chemistry is required. • State Bar; Registration before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office is required; California Bar preferred. • 3 to 4 years law firm experience prosecuting U.S. patent applications in the biotechnology area is required. • Prosecution of at least 6 diagnostics or genomics patent applications; additional 1-2 yrs. in-house patent experience is preferred. • Solid patent law training and experience; strong written and verbal communication skills. • Approximately 20% travel.
Contact: The next step is yours. To apply online today and to learn about other exciting positions, please visit http://careers.roche.com and search for job number RMD061510-2509473.
Roche is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Large Corporation Job Location: Pleasanton, California
At Roche, 80,000 people across 150 countries are pushing back the frontiers of healthcare. Working together, we’ve become one of the world’s leading research-focused healthcare groups. Our success is built on innovation, curiosity and diversity, and on seeing each other’s differences as an advantage. To innovate healthcare, Roche has ambitious plans to keep learning and growing – and is seeking people who have the same goals for themselves.
IP/FDA firm seeks patent attorneys. Firm seeks applicants with 7+ years of primarily patent prosecution experience in the chemical arts (preferred focus on pharmaceutical, food and dietary supplement-related patents) and experience overseeing patent portfolios. PhD's and portable book of business preferred.
INVISTA is currently seeking a business-focused Patent Attorney to provide counsel and support to one of our largest divisions. A critical success factor for this position is the ability to synthesize technical concepts from interactions with technical staff into meaningful action items for business leadership. The successful candidate must be a self-starter, possess the ability to quickly adapt to changes in the business, and must demonstrate a strong work ethic. The incumbent will prepare and prosecute chemical composition and process patent applications for INVISTA's Intermediates business, bring and defend patent oppositions, conduct freedom-to-operate and patent validity studies, draft and negotiate patent and technology related agreements and manage outside counsel's performance of similar tasks.
In addition, the incumbent will provide patent related legal counsel to Senior R&D and Business leaders in one of INVISTA's largest businesses units. Such counsel will include providing strategic patent and patent related legal guidance to the business unit, which will align with the business strategy and vision. The successful candidate will be expected to provide these legal services with limited supervision and oversight. INVISTA is looking for an applicant with at least one major area of expertise that the rest of the legal organization may rely upon. The position will report to the chief patent counsel and will provide functional guidance to support professionals in patent preparation, prosecution, and freedom-to-operate studies.
Experience & Skills Required: * 4 + years of patent preparation and prosecution experience at a major corporation and/or intellectual property law firm. * Undergraduate degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Polymer Science or Polymer Engineering * Registration to practice before the USPTO * Licensed to practice law in at least one state.
Preferred Experience & Skills: * Advanced degree in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry * 3+ years of prior work experience in a field within the chemical industry * Experience managing technical and/or engineering personnel * Experience communicating complex or technical issues and proposals to business leaders.
Please visit www.invistacareers.com to apply for this opportunity or to learn more about INVISTA. At INVISTA, a world leader in fibers and polymers, you can advance professionally while helping improve products you depend on every day. We're a subsidiary of Koch Industries, Inc., one of the largest privately held companies in the world. When you succeed here, you can open the door to opportunities within the diverse business segments of INVISTA and other Koch companies around the globe.
We are an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V Drug tests are required, unless prohibited by state law
Competitive wages and benefits packages commensurate with experience.
Intellectual Ventures is looking for an experienced patent attorney to join the US Patent Development Team. Reporting to the Head of Patent Development, the Senior PDM will be part of a team of patent professionals involved in invention sourcing, selection, and the creation of patent assets. A core responsibility will be the selection, mentoring, and management of a network of outside counsel. The Senior PDM will work closely with Portfolio Managers during the selection and prosecution of patent assets according to IDF’s Invention Themes. Strong patent skills and technological breadth are important as is the ability to work across cultures throughout Asia and India. The Senior PDM will also provide support to business managers, and be involved in the development and implementation of business and licensing strategies. The Senior PDM must possess good management skills, and be skilled at mentoring. This individual must also be a leader, have the ability to champion initiatives, and think creatively.
Intellectual Ventures (“IV”) is a privately-held, invention investment company based in Bellevue, Washington. Our business model centers on creating, acquiring and licensing invention in a variety of technology areas. We plan to commercialize inventions through licensing, spin-offs, joint ventures and partnerships.
Responsibilities: • Managing a team outside counsel to support IV”s patent portfolio activities. • Managing the patenting flows and patenting strategy for inventions sourced throughout the US, Asia, and India for the Invention Theme(s) and Technology Silo(s) for which they have responsibility. • Managing the prosecution of the existing patent application portfolio for which they have responsibility through outside counsel. • Assisting in the review and selection of inventions for the Invention Theme(s) and Technology Silo(s) for which they have responsibility. • Assisting in the strategic management of the existing portfolio of issued patents. • Providing detailed oversight and mentoring of outside counsel drafting, filing, and prosecution of US and foreign patent applications. Mentoring in-house patent professionals in patent practice in specific technology areas and in the complexities of US and foreign patent laws. • Reviewing and evaluating the quality, cost-effectiveness and scope of work performed by outside counsel. Managing patent drafting and prosecution costs within budget.
Key Qualifications and Required Skills: • Law degree from reputable and American Bar Association accredited law school. • Prefer M.S./Ph.D. in Materials/Chemistry/Chemical Engineering/Physics/Biomedical Engineering/Life Science. • Registered to practice before US Patent and Trademark Office. • At least 7-10 years experience as practicing patent attorney, with primary emphasis on drafting and prosecuting patent applications. • Experience in both law firm and in-house roles an advantage. • Excellent English communication and writing skills. • Training and/or exposure to foreign patent laws, particularly in Asia and India, is preferred. • Fluency in an Asian language is an advantage. • Relevant industry work experience and experience in Asia an advantage.
Greenlee, Winner and Sullivan, P.C., an intellectual property law firm located in Boulder, Colorado, is seeking an experienced Patent Attorney to join its intellectual property practice as an Associate. Primary responsibilities of the position include patent preparation, prosecution and portfolio management for technologies in the fields of chemistry, physics and biotechnology, with opportunities for intellectual property transactional work and due diligence.
Requirements include an advanced degree in physics or chemistry with 2-6 years of experience as a USPTO registered patent attorney and license to practice in Colorado (or ability to become licensed in Colorado).
Contact: Interested individuals are encouraged to submit a resume including a cover letter directed to Andrew Parker at aparker@greenwin.com.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Boulder, Colorado
Oxane Materials, Inc., a manufacturing-stage, oil and gas-focused nanotechnology company (>$30MM raised; 30+ employees) spun out of Rice University, is recruiting a seasoned Patent Liaison for its corporate R&D facility in Houston, TX.
The Patent Liaison will report directly to the VP of R&D and enjoy dotted line reporting to Oxane’s President. The Patent Liaison will work closely with the R&D team, senior corporate management, and outside Patent Counsel to: • Prepare compelling Invention Disclosures • Draft patent applications and prepare trademark applications • Develop IP landscape analysis (Prior Art; track relevant external IP; provide evaluation of competitors’ IP; evaluate strength of Oxane IP) • Work with VP of R&D to develop R&D program integrated with IP strategy • Draft Office Action responses; possibly interview with Patent Examiners • Make inventive intellectual contributions to Oxane inventions • Develop a prospective IP budget and track performance against it • Manage internal IP process compliance and oversee recordkeeping
Critical success criteria: • More than 5 years working in a Patent Liaison capacity and at least 3 years as an R&D scientist • Outstanding communication skills; excellent command of English (hearing, speaking, writing) • Competent interpersonal skills; ability to make compelling presentations to internal stakeholders, outside Counsel, and Patent Examiners • Excellent work ethic; proven ability to multitask in a rapidly evolving environment
Degrees and Designations: • Registered Patent Agent with the USPTO strongly preferred • Masters or Ph.D. in Materials Science, Ceramic Engineering, or Inorganic Chemistry • Knowledge of upstream oil & gas, hydraulic fracturing, and proppants desirable but not required
Contact: A competitive compensation package will be offered (salary, bonus, options, relocation allowance).
McGlinchey Stafford’s Baton Rouge office seeks Registered US Patent Attorney with a least 7 years of chemical patent practice experience. Experience must include preparation and prosecution of chemical patent applications, legal opinion work in the chemical patent field and patent portfolio management. First chair IP litigation experience may be useful, but is not required. Candidates should have an undergraduate or graduate degree in chemistry, chemical engineering or a related field with excellent academic credentials.
Pay will be market-competitive and commensurate with experience and credentials.
Contact: Please direct all inquiries to Juliette Clark, 601 Poydras Street, 12th Floor, New Orleans, LA 70130, (504)-596-0315, jiclark@mcglinchey.com.
SPONSORED LISTING: National firm seeks EE Partner Level Attorney...
National IP Firm seeks Partner Level Attorney with EE background. Portable book needed to at least be self sustaining. Top compensation, national brand, strong support and superb client list.
Contact: For consideration, please send resume and information in confidence to us at jobs@patentlyo.com. Use "Sponsored Listing" in the subject line.
Marjama Muldoon Blasiak & Sullivan LLP, a Central New York intellectual property law firm, has an immediate opening for an Intellectual Property Litigation Attorney.
Candidates must have 3 - 10 years experience in litigation. Candidates should also be registered to practice before the USPTO.
The firm's growing intellectual property practice focuses on patent and trademark prosecution as well as litigation of disputes for clients that include regional and national Fortune 100 companies. In offering a generous compensation package that is comparable to that offered by larger firms in New York and Boston, the firm seeks to attract highly qualified candidates interested in developing a sophisticated law practice while maintaining a healthy work-life balance in Central New York. Visit our website at: http://www.cny-iplaw.com.
Contact: Please email resumes in confidence to ip@cny-iplaw.com. No recruiters, please.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Central New York
INVISTA is currently seeking a business-focused Patent Attorney to provide counsel and support to one of our largest divisions. A critical success factor for this position is the ability to synthesize technical concepts from interactions with technical staff into meaningful action items for business leadership.
The successful candidate must be a self-starter, possess the ability to quickly adapt to changes in the business, and must demonstrate a strong work ethic. The incumbent will prepare and prosecute chemical composition and process patent applications for INVISTA's Intermediates business, bring and defend patent oppositions, conduct freedom-to-operate and patent validity studies, draft and negotiate patent and technology related agreements and manage outside counsels performance of similar tasks.
In addition, the incumbent will provide patent related legal counsel to Senior R&D and Business leaders in one of INVISTA's largest businesses units. Such counsel will include providing strategic patent and patent related legal guidance to the business unit, which will align with the business strategy and vision. The successful candidate will be expected to provide these legal services with limited supervision and oversight. INVISTA is looking for an applicant with at least one major area of expertise that the rest of the legal organization may rely upon. The position will report to the chief patent counsel and will provide functional guidance to support professionals in patent preparation, prosecution, and freedom-to-operate studies.
Required Experience & Skills: • 4 + years of patent preparation and prosecution experience at a major corporation and/or intellectual property law firm. • Undergraduate degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Polymer Science or Polymer Engineering • Registration to practice before the USPTO • Licensed to practice law in at least one state.
Preferred Experience & Skills: • Advanced degree in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry • 3+ years of prior work experience in a field within the chemical industry • Experience managing technical and/or engineering personnel • Experience communicating complex or technical issues and proposals to business leaders.
Please visit www.invistacareers.com to apply for this opportunity or to learn more about INVISTA. At INVISTA, a world leader in fibers and polymers, you can advance professionally while helping improve products you depend on every day. We?re a subsidiary of Koch Industries, Inc., one of the largest privately held companies in the world. When you succeed here, you can open the door to opportunities within the diverse business segments of INVISTA and other Koch companies around the globe. We are an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V Drug tests are required, unless prohibited by state law.
Edwards Angell Palmer & Dodge LLP is currently seeking a junior to mid-level Associate specializing in patent law with a background in biotechnology to join our Boston office Intellectual Property (IP) practice group. A Juris Doctorate degree and at least 2 years of patent prosecution experience required. An advanced degree in molecular/cell biology, biochemistry, medical science, immunology, or related field is also required. The ideal candidate will have strong academic credentials and excellent writing skills.
Contact: Candidates should send resume, writing sample and law school transcript via email to attorneyrecruiting@eapdlaw.com. Please use the subject line "IP Lateral Associate/Patent Agent/Technical Specialist Search" in your email.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Boston, Massachusetts
Oregon Health & Science University is seeking an in-house patent counsel for its office of Technology Transfer & Business Development (TTBD). Contact: For more information and to apply online, please visit our website at www.ohsujobs.com. Refer to job posting IRC29451. Additional Info: Employer Type: Education Institution Job Location: Portland, Oregon
Qualcomm is hiring Patent Counsel in San Diego and San Jose, California and Raleigh, North Carolina. The successful candidate will serve as Patent Counsel, reporting to a group lead, assigned to one or more technology groups. Responsibilities will include: preparation and prosecution of US and foreign patent applications; supervision of outside counsel preparation and prosecution; infringement and clearance analysis; advise inventors and management on a variety of intellectual property matters; review of prior art search reports; perform due diligence analysis for potential acquisitions and investments; support of litigation teams by providing claim interpretation and portfolio analysis; and general client counseling on patent matters.
Skills/Experience: The successful candidate must be registered to practice before the USPTO and be admitted to the Bar of at least one state. Strong skills and 3-5 years experience in preparing and prosecuting US and foreign patent applications are required. Strong technical skills focused on electrical engineering and/or computer science are required, and individuals with advanced degrees will have an advantage.
Responsibilities: The candidate should have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work within a team environment. Engineering experience and law firm experience a plus. In addition, all candidates will be required to submit two patents/applications and one office action which he/she has authored.
Education: Technical degree required (Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering preferred), JD, USPTO Required, at least one state Bar registration.
Life Technologies has an immediate need for an Engineering Patent Agent in our DNA Sequencing Business Unit.
The role includes patent preparation and prosecution, and patent portfolio management. Other skills include invention disclosure review, publication review, project liaison, and patent searching. The right person for this role will have high technical ability both in the scientific realm and in the legal field.
The successful individual will have a strong engineering background with knowledge and experience in areas including: microfluidics, optics, imaging, image/signal processing, and instrumentation design/control. Familiarity with secondary analysis software applications associated with DNA sequencing instrumentation including bioinformatics, software and algorithms is also desirable. A working familiarity with molecular biology principles and DNA sequencing methodologies (including sample preparation, instrumentation, and data analysis) will be an asset.
Exceptional written and interpersonal communication skills, a collaborative instinct, and can-do attitude are a must.
Education: Advanced degree in Engineering (mechanical, chemical, electrical or other).
Experience: The individual must be registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office with 3 to 4 years of Patent Agent experience.
This position will be located in Carlsbad, CA or Foster City, CA. Relocation benefits are available. Life Technologies is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse and inclusive workforce.
Contact: Interested applicants should apply by contacting Niki Wallace at niki.wallace@lifetech.com.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Large Corporation Job Location: San Diego OR Foster City, California
Edell, Shapiro & Finnan, LLC, a growing, mid-size Rockville, Maryland law firm seeks an associate with at least two years of experience in drafting and prosecuting patent applications in mechanical arts. Candidates should possess a degree in mechanical engineering and have strong writing skills. Familiarity with USPTO practices and prior experience in engineering are desirable. Pleasant work environment, competitive benefits and great work/life balance atmosphere.
Contact: Send cover letter, resume and transcripts to: dmr@usiplaw.com or fax to 240-864-2490.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Rockville, Maryland
A revolutionary startup from the creators of Massively Parallel (Next-gen) DNA sequencing ION Torrent Systems is developing ground breaking and highly disruptive technology both in Connecticut and California locations. We are seeking individuals that understand what it takes to build a great company, create a truly disruptive technology, and want to work with others that are driven and passionate about their work.
Seeking patent attorney with semiconductor expertise to work with business and R&D professionals in a highly technical environment. Key responsibilities include preparing and prosecuting patent applications; supporting corporate and business development teams by reviewing and drafting contracts and licenses; conducting freedom-to-operate and patentability studies; supervising outside attorneys and foreign associates; and helping to create and maintain legal and IP infrastructure in a rapidly growing company.
Essential skills and background: • Semiconductor intellectual property expertise. • Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, with ability to work together collaboratively with professionals across the company. • Ability to amplify technical contributions of scientists and engineers by skilled and creative patent application drafting. • J.D. degree, admission to at least one State Bar, admission to practice before the USPTO, and at least 2-5 years of experience as a patent attorney. • A strong technical background and experience in design, architecture, and fabrication of integrated circuits; solid state physics; materials science, or electrical engineering; evidenced by B.S. or higher degree in electrical engineering or related field and work experience.
Other useful qualifications: • Background and experience in signal processing, semiconductor packaging, fluidics, biosensor technology, high speed ADCs, CMOS imager design, surface chemistry. • Experience in litigation support. • Experience in licensing and contract negotiations. • Experience in preparing and filing appeal briefs in USPTO; managing oppositions in EPO or invalidity trials in Japan; preparing invalidity or non-infringement opinions.
Contact: To apply e-mail a cover letter with evidence you have mastered the essential skills listed, your resume, and 2 letters of recommendation to jobs@iontorrents.com.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Small Corporation Job Location: San Francisco, California
a New Jersey IP boutique, seeks an experienced patent attorney having (or wishing to have) his/her own book of business. The goal is for the candidate to share in a significant percentage of the billings, work autonomously, and escape from the ridiculous practices of larger law firms. Our firm is characterized by high quality work, fair fees, merit compensation, professional conduct, cordiality, and a harmonious office atmosphere. If you've been thinking that the large corporate firm is not for you, it's not. 
