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.

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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

Life Sciences Patent Litigation Associate – Law Firm – New York City

March 19, 2020- US - Northeast, - US - NYC, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Litigation

Steptoe, an AmLaw 100 firm, seeks a Life Sciences Patent Litigation Associate to join its rapidly growing IP practice in New York. Ideal candidates will have 2-6 years of experience in life-sciences/pharmaceutical patent litigation with a bachelor's degree or an advanced degree in biology, molecular biology, immunology, pharmacology,biochemistry, or chemistry. Strong academic credentials, as well as outstanding organizational, interpersonal, and writing skills, are required.

Patent Litigation Associate – Law Firm – Various Locations

March 4, 2020- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Midwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Work - Attorney, Work - Patent Litigation

Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP seeks a junior patent litigation associate on partnership track to join our thriving Intellectual Property Group in our Minneapolis, Chicago, Washington, D.C., Indianapolis, Wilmington, or Denver office. Faegre Drinker is an Am Law 50 firm with offices located throughout the U.S., Europe, and Asia. Our IP practice includes all areas of intellectual property law for a national and international client base.

Patent Counsel (Oncology) – Large Corporation – Indianapolis, IN

February 17, 2020- US - Midwest, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Eli Lilly and Company is seeking a patent counsel to join the company at its Indianapolis, Indiana headquarters.

Responsibilities

The objective of this position is to provide prudent, ethical, landscape-aware, and law-informed solutions for issues facing Eli Lilly and Company in its discovery, development, and commercialization of small molecule pharmaceutical products.
Draft and prosecute pharmaceutical patent applications in all jurisdictions in accordance with business requirements, patent laws and Lilly policies and procedures.
Monitor, manage and assist in litigation and oppositions in all jurisdictions related to Lilly and third party patent portfolios.
Analyze risks with appropriate consideration of business objectives and the environment, and develop sound tactical approaches to providing solutions that are prudent, ethical, landscape-aware, and law-informed as described above.
Advise teams and management about exclusivity, freedom to operate, due diligence, contract, licensing, and litigation risks in a manner consistent with the law, ethics, and Lilly policies; communicate advice in a manner understandable to a lay person.
Remain well versed in US and global laws, court precedents, and regulations pertinent to pharmaceutical products; apply knowledge appropriately in carrying out responsibilities.
Prioritize and manage projects; contribute to the implementation of new policies and procedures; lead task-directed teams.
Contribute to efficiency, collegiality, and collaboration.
As needed, lead or participate in due diligence, licensing and inter partes matters

Company Overview

At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. We are a global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Our 39,000 employees around the world work to discover and bring life-changing medicines to those who need them, improve the understanding and management of disease, and give back to our communities through philanthropy and volunteerism. We give our best effort to our work, and we put people first. We’re looking for people who are determined to make life better for people around the world. #WeAreLilly

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a scientific field that together with prior work experience, provides sufficient background for effective communication with scientists and management about scientific aspects of discovery, development, and commercialization of small molecule products.
Doctor of Jurisprudence (J.D.) degree from an accredited U.S. institution.
4 or more years of post-JD experience as a patent attorney in a law firm or industry.
Presently admitted to practice law in at least one US jurisdiction and presently licensed to represent clients in patent matters before the USPTO; in good standing in each state and in the USPTO; no discipline issues on record.

Additional Information

Office work located at Lilly Corporate Center primarily supporting groups located at Lilly Corporate Center and Lilly Technology Center (Indianapolis), Lilly Biotechnology Center (San Diego), Loxo Oncology at Lilly (Stamford, CT; San Francisco; and Boulder), and Lilly New Jersey/New York. Travel is usually not significant (0-10%), but travel could become more significant (10-20%) intermittently for internal/external requirements.
Lilly is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

Additional Skills/Preferences

Master's Degree of higher in a scientific field that together with prior work experience, provides sufficient background for effective communication with scientists and management about scientific aspects of discovery, development, and commercialization of small molecule products.
At least 3 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry in a scientific position in drug discovery or development, or demonstrated significant experience with and knowledge of drug discovery and development, and/or with patent litigation relating to drugs.
At least 3 years of experience preparing and prosecuting patent applications relating to small molecule and, optionally, biological (antibody and/or peptide) pharmaceutical products.
Strong Law School performance as evidenced by grades, accomplishments, and/or awards.
High learning agility, including: creatively solving problems; having ability to deal with complexity; having high curiosity; responding well to constructive feedback; seeking improvement of self and Lilly; accepting or leading change and helping others adapt to change; having the ability to adjust style to audience; and having the ability to make the complex understandable.
Sensitivity to others; composure under stress; ability to quickly learn and adapt.
Ability to organize self, to multi-task effectively, to complete projects with deadlines on time, and to direct others.
Effective as individual contributor, team member, and leader.

Contact
Apply online via the following link: https://xjobs.brassring.com/TGnewUI/Search/home/HomeWithPreLoad?PageType=JobDetails&partnerid=25428&siteid=5645&Areq=55044BR#jobDetails=2565670_5645.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Indianapolis, Indiana

Patent and Trademark Attorneys / Agents – Large Law Firm – Flexible Location

February 10, 2020- 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 - Opinion / Due Diligence, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Klintworth & Rozenblat IP, a fourteen lawyer/agent top-notch IP law firm, is seeking highly-qualified, experienced patent and trademark attorneys and agents having a minimum of five years of experience and portable books of business of $350,000 or more. The firm offers high compensation, the ability to telecommute if desired, autonomy and flexibility, a stress-free environment, and collegiality. Further information regarding the firm can be found at the firm's website.

IP Litigation Associate – Law Firm – Albany, NY

January 9, 2020- US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Any / Other, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Litigation

Heslin Rothenberg Farley & Mesiti is seeking an Intellectual Property Litigation Associate in its Albany, New York office. Candidates should possess both an undergraduate degree in one of the sciences or engineering and a JD from an accredited law school. Candidates should also be admitted to practice in New York.

Intellectual Property Litigation Associate – Law Firm – Minneapolis, MN

December 14, 2019- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Work - Patent Litigation

Fredrikson & Byron, P.A. has an immediate opening in its Intellectual Property Litigation department for an associate with 1-2 years of litigation experience.

Litigation Associate – Law Firm – Los Angeles

November 22, 2019- US - Southwest, Emp - Law Firm, Intellectual Property, Work - Patent Litigation

Pierce Bainbridge Beck Price & Hecht LLP is seeking a highly qualified litigation associate for its Los Angeles office. The firm offers associates the opportunity to work in a forward-looking, progressive, collegial and non-hierarchical environment that is without comparison among the nation’s leading law firms. We use Slack, we don’t impose artificial deadlines, we don’t require formal office attire and, most importantly, we win cases and have fun doing so.

Pierce Bainbridge is an elite litigation firm with offices in New York, Boston, Los Angeles, Washington, D.C., and Cleveland. We specialize in trial substitution commercial litigation, intellectual property, criminal defense, and class actions cases. We work for both plaintiffs and defendants and are seeking to disrupt the existing law firm business model with a collaborative team concept, integration of technology tools, artificial intelligence, and innovative use of litigation financing. Our team is comprised of litigators from top firms and law schools nationwide.

Associates at Pierce Bainbridge receive unparalleled opportunities to get hands-on, substantial litigation experience early in their careers. Unlike most traditional law firms, we encourage associates to take on as much responsibility as they demonstrate they are capable of handling, without regard to arbitrary class-year distinctions. Our associates are staffed on matters ranging anywhere from intellectual property disputes to general commercial litigation to securities litigation and white-collar representations, on behalf of both plaintiffs and defendants.

Pierce Bainbridge litigators operate as one cohesive unit across all offices and practices areas, meaning our associates are enabled and encouraged to get diverse litigation experience throughout all stages of the litigation process, without limitations based on geography or practice area distinctions.

What you will be doing

Among other responsibilities, our associates are given opportunities to first-chair depositions, argue motions, draft legal briefs and pleadings, supervise day-to-day case management functions and develop and implement litigation strategies. Also setting Pierce Bainbridge apart from other top firms, our associates are regularly given the opportunity to take cases to trial.

Who we are looking for

The ideal candidate has a strong sense of efficiency; can operate independently; has strong multi-tasking skills; is a self-starter; has excellent written and oral communications skills; has a demonstrated entrepreneurial skill set (including strong leadership abilities, a can-do attitude, and strong attention to detail); has a desire to advocate zealously on behalf clients; has a solid grounding in legal technology; and must be able to thrive in a horizontally-structured, non-hierarchical environment. Experience with drafting pleadings, drafting legal briefs, drafting written discovery, conducting legal research and managing discovery projects is strongly preferred. California bar admission is preferred. 2+ years of litigation experience at a firm, government office, and/or judicial clerkship preferred.

Contact
Submit your resume, transcript, and writing sample to resumes@piercebainbridge.com.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Los Angeles, California

Litigation Associate – Law Firm – New York

November 22, 2019- US - Northeast, - US - NYC, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Any / Other, Work - Patent Litigation

Pierce Bainbridge Beck Price & Hecht LLP is seeking a highly qualified litigation associate for its New York office. The firm offers associates the opportunity to work in a forward-looking, progressive, collegial and non-hierarchical environment that is without comparison among the nation’s leading law firms. We use Slack, we don’t impose artificial deadlines, we don’t require formal office attire and, most importantly, we win cases and have fun doing so.

What you will be doing

Who we are looking for

The ideal candidate has a strong sense of efficiency; can operate independently; has strong multi-tasking skills; is a self-starter; has excellent written and oral communications skills; has a demonstrated entrepreneurial skill set (including strong leadership abilities, a can-do attitude, and strong attention to detail); has a desire to advocate zealously on behalf clients; has a solid grounding in legal technology; and must be able to thrive in a horizontally-structured, non-hierarchical environment. Experience with drafting pleadings, drafting legal briefs, drafting written discovery, conducting legal research and managing discovery projects is strongly preferred. New York bar admission is preferred. 2+ years of litigation experience at a firm, government office, and/or judicial clerkship preferred.

Contact
Submit your resume, transcript, and writing sample to resumes@piercebainbridge.com.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: New York, New York

Litigation Associate – Large Law Firm – Portland, Ore.

November 10, 2019Emp - Law Firm, Work - Patent Litigation

Klarquist Sparkman, LLP, a mid-size law firm focusing exclusively on Intellectual Property law, is actively seeking lateral litigation associates for its office located in Portland, Oregon. Candidates should have excellent academic credentials (top 33% of class preferred, top 10% strongly preferred) and preferably at least 1-4 years of experience litigating complex patent and/or other intellectual property litigation. Excellent writing, interpersonal, and communication skills are required. A technical background, active patent bar, and judicial clerkship experience (particularly at the Federal Circuit Court of Appeals) are highly preferred.

Patent Agent – Law Firm – Dallas or Houston, Texas

October 30, 2019- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

McGuireWoods LLP has an immediate need for a Patent Agent in either Houston or Dallas. The Patent Agent will prepare original patent applications, prepare responses to office actions received from the USPTO, and handle routine correspondence with the USPTO. The ideal candidate will be registered with the USPTO, have a degree in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry, and experience preparing patent applications.

IP Litigation Associate – Large Law Firm – Multiple Locations

October 26, 2019- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Work - Patent Litigation

Womble Bond Dickinson (US) LLP seeks a mid-senior level associate to join its Patent Prosecution & Litigation practice group. This associate position will be a member of the IP Litigation Team. Depending on the candidate’s level of experience, this position could be located in any of our North Carolina offices (Raleigh, Research Triangle Park, Charlotte, Winston-Salem or Greensboro), or in Atlanta, Georgia.

Patent Agent Attorney – Large Law Firm – Telecommute or Tallahassee, Fla.

October 17, 2019- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Telecommute, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Pennington, P.A. is full-service law firm, headquartered in Tallahassee, Florida, with offices in Jacksonville, Tampa and Miami. We currently have an opening for a patent agent to work in our growing intellectual property practice either remotely or on-site. Applicants must be licensed by the U.S. Patent Bar to act as either a Patent Agent or Patent Attorney. This position is extremely flexible in terms of hourly requirements, schedule, location and job type (e.g. contract, contract-to-hire, salary position with benefits). Pay is commensurate with experience. Please forward resume and a writing sample including a patent application and a response to a patent office action or appeal brief.

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.

Patent Attorney / Agent – Large Law Firm – Multiple Locations (Updated Contact Information)

September 20, 2019- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Oliff PLC, a full service IP Law firm with offices in Alexandria, Virginia, Charlotte, North Carolina, and St. Louis, Missouri is seeking Patent Attorneys with a background in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or closely related fields.

Patent Attorney or Agent – Law Firm – Rochester, N.Y.

September 9, 2019- US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Lee & Hayes is a leading national IP law firm at the intersection of business, law, and technology. We are currently seeking a Patent Attorney or Patent Agent to work out of our Rochester, New York office. This is an exceptional opportunity to be part of a dynamic team in our highly-regarded and growing office in beautiful Upstate New York. Primary responsibilities for this position will include preparing and prosecuting patent applications across a variety of technology areas, with a focus on computer-implemented methods in insurance and e-commerce, medical devices, autonomous vehicles, and heavy machinery. Responsibilities may also include managing foreign prosecution and rendering opinions to clients. The position requires extensive interaction with in-house attorneys, inventors, and firm attorneys.

Lee & Hayes provides a unique corporate culture that fosters a collegial atmosphere and encourages camaraderie, community outreach, and work-life balance. Health and wellness initiatives are coordinated year-round and include quarterly wellness activities. Members of the Lee & Hayes team are highly-accomplished individuals who take pride in their work, community, and families. Lee & Hayes provides an excellent compensation and benefits package, is an equal opportunity employer (EOE), and strongly supports diversity in the workplace.

In addition to consistent recognition as a leading patent prosecution firm and best employer, Lee & Hayes:

Offers a comprehensive suite of IP counseling services including analytics-driven portfolio analysis, licensing negotiations, and freedom to operate analysis.
Provides litigation and corporate services ranging from business formation, mergers and acquisitions, and FDA/regulatory counseling.
Is consistently recognized as one of the nation’s highest-quality patent law firms across a broad spectrum of industry sectors and by organizations such as Intellectual Property Management (IAM) 300 & 1000, U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers®, Super Lawyers®, Best Places to Work Inland Northwest.
Culturally, Lee & Hayes is more like a “high-tech company of lawyers” than a law firm.

Qualifications

Successful candidates will have a USPTO registration number and three or more years of patent preparation and prosecution experience, preferably in one or more of the technology areas listed above. A degree in Computer Science/Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Mechanical Engineering or similar discipline is greatly preferred.

Lee & Hayes is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and strongly supports diversity in the workforce.

Contact
For confidential consideration, please submit a cover letter and your resume to hr@leehayes.com. If you are currently living in another area, please share with us the reasons for your interest in the Rochester office (i.e., is it to be closer to family, you grew up in the area, you received your undergraduate or graduate degree from a university in this area, you enjoy the weather the region offers, etc.?).

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Rochester, New York

Senior Patent Analyst – Small Corporation – San Francisco, Calif.

September 9, 2019- US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

RPX Corporation is seeking a Senior Patent Analyst who will assess patent validity. In this role, you will draw upon industry experience to thoroughly research prior art and patent validity, supporting business initiatives including RPX’s Patent Quality Initiative, defensive buying, acquisition syndication (for large portfolios), and advisory services. To be successful in the role, this person must (1) possess a broad knowledge of information technologies including software, networking, mobile communications, and semiconductors, (2) be able to arrive at well-justified conclusions based on detailed research, and (3) be able to effectively communicate complex technical principles to non-technical audiences.

About the Role

Research prior related disclosures/commercial efforts to assess viable claim constructions, novelty, and obviousness
Review patent claims and other materials to figure out basis for active or potential infringement disputes
Explore relevant market(s) to assess adoption of patent usage
Identify and locate written evidence for specific innovations that occurred prior to the filing of a patent
Coordinate with external subject matter and enforcement experts
Communicate findings to relevant internal and external clients

About You
Education/Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related Information Technology field.
Minimum of 6 years’ experience in technical or engineering role in an Information Technology industry such as Software, Networking, Semiconductors, and/or Mobile Communications.
Minimum of 2 years’ involvement in patent issues including prosecution, litigation, and valuation viewed favorably

Required Proficiencies
Skills and Abilities:

Ability to identify the market, industry segments, and products and services to which a patent claim relates
Knowledgeable of general history of various information technologies including key developments in those fields
Ability to use critical thinking skills to catalog, match, and relate similar patents, portfolios, and technologies
Results-oriented and service-minded with ability to develop and foster relationships with key stakeholders internally and externally
Collaborative work ethic and willingness to be a part of a team-centric culture
Ability to work with virtual, global teams
Excellent interpersonal, networking, and influencing skills
Motivated, self-directed, and proactive with a willingness to take on additional projects
Consistent track record of excellence, ownership, and accountability
Confident personality supported by focused, logical thinking and fact-based, documented conclusions and opinions
Ability to demonstrate sound judgment and execute against deliverables under deadlines and competing priorities
Highly focused, organized, and detailed
Excellent oral and written communications and presentation skills
Represents RPX in a manner consistent with its culture and values

Technical Skills:

Deep familiarity with a variety technology domains
Strong foundation in engineering

Preferred Proficiencies:

Advanced engineering degree(s) viewed favorably
Previous experience with patents viewed favorably

RPX is an equal opportunity employer.

Contact
Apply online by visiting this link: https://app.jobvite.com/j?aj=ojECafwt&s=Patently-O

IP Litigation Associate – Large Law Firm – Philadelphia, Pa.

August 29, 2019- US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Any / Other, Work - Patent Litigation

Armstrong Teasdale LLP is seeking an IP Litigation Associate for a full-time position in its Philadelphia office. We are seeking candidates with a technical background (science or engineering). IP litigation experience is required. The applicant should be a registered patent attorney or be qualified to sit for the U.S. Patent Bar Examination.

Patent Engineer/Agent – Law Firm – Grand Rapids, Mich. (with possible option for remote)

August 23, 2019- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Copyright, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Trademark

McGarry Bair is looking for Patent Engineers with a Mechanical background or Electrical background to help in protecting our clients' intellectual property. You will help analyze the patentability of inventions, including computer searching for related inventions, prepare and help prosecute patent applications, aid in assessing infringement risks for new products, and help guide the development of new products.

Qualifications

The Patent Engineer position is a desirable alternative for an engineer or scientist seeking a non-traditional, yet related profession. The job incorporates technical knowledge with analytical skills, and requires you to apply them in a variety of technical fields. You will need to learn new technologies quickly and be able to teach others as well. You must have strong reading and writing skills in the English language. Strong computer skills, especially computer searching and research skills, are necessary. We are looking specifically for those with education and/or experience in Electrical Engineering, ideally someone that knows about motors and generators.

The best person for the job is able to succeed in a casual work environment with a client-focused, yet highly professional culture. You should enjoy working with small teams while being independently responsible for your individual tasks. We need a problem solver who is strategically agile, who enjoys variety, who is quick to learn and adapt, and who is unafraid to work intensely with quick responsiveness to rapidly changing client demands.

If you are already a Patent Agent, that is a real plus. However, for the Patent Engineer, no legal experience is required; we will teach you what you need to know. You must have a bachelor's degree in engineering or science; an advanced degree is a plus but is not required. For the Patent Engineer, opportunities for advancement to become a Patent Agent registered in the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office are available and encouraged.

McGarry Bair PC is an Intellectual Property law firm in Grand Rapids, MI, specializing in all aspects of intellectual property law world-wide, including obtaining, enforcing, and defending patents, copyrights,trademarks, trade secrets, and agreements. Our prime directive is responsive client service, which we accomplish with a team of hard-working and intelligent people who appreciate a relaxed, blue-jean culture, yet are able to thrive in an independent and sometimes intense work environment. Our office is in the heart of downtown Grand Rapids, a vibrant and growing city.

McGarry Bair is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Contact
To apply, email us at: amh@mcgarrybair.com. Please provide a resume, transcripts and writing sample.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Grand Rapids, Mich. (with possible option for remote)

Patent Attorney – Large Law Firm – Concord, Mass. / Boston, Mass.

July 31, 2019- US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Hamilton Brook Smith & Reynolds, an intellectual property boutique with offices in Boston and Concord, Massachusetts, has an immediate need for a Patent Attorney with a specialty in Electrical Engineering or related discipline. Candidates should have a minimum of two years of patent drafting and prosecution experience, and have the necessary skills to work on matters in most areas of electrical engineering. A Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline is required. Experience with optics, signal processing, and/or computer networking is a plus.