Patent Attorney – Large Corporation – Sydney, Australia

June 6, 2016- Asia, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Prosecution

Cochlear Limited is seeking to fill an open patent attorney position based in Sydney and reporting to Cochlear's IP Manager. This is an in-house role at one of Australia's leading technology companies and patent generators. An attorney with 5+ years of law firm experience would be a good candidate.

Assistant Director Intellectual Property – Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai – New York, N.Y.

June 6, 2016- US - Northeast, - US - NYC, Emp - Educational, Work - Patent Prosecution

The Mount Sinai Health System is seeking an Assistant Director Intellectual Property. The Assistant Director, Intellectual Property ('ADIP') for Mount Sinai's Innovation Partners team ('MSIP') is responsible for assisting the Director – Intellectual Property & Asset Development in developing and executing intricate and complex patent strategy decisions made regularly to pursue the School of Medicine's mission to deliver healing inventions and discoveries to the worldwide patient population. Working closely with the Faculty inventors, Business Development Directors, and outside counsel, the ADIP actively participates in and directs the evaluation of new technology disclosures; counsels stakeholders regarding the patentability of these technologies, the scope and content of any claims, and the science/data required to enhance the technology and secure patent protection.

A successful ADIP is expert at crafting complex patent claims and understanding the science and data required to enhance those claims. Manages competing priorities, sets/adheres to deadlines, facilitates productivity and quick turnaround and develops and supervises patent administration staff. The ADIP has primary responsibility for the patent-related data in Inteum (the system of record), patent files, and patent prosecution and maintenance processes and systems.

This position reports to: Director, Intellectual Property and Asset Development.

Duties and Responsibilities

Assists in directing the comprehensive evaluation(s) of incoming technology disclosures, and helps to determine the patentability of the technology and the scope of claims and geographic/market territories to pursue.
Directs the day-to-day operations of the patent administration function – sets goals, supervises performance, garners resources, removes barriers and contributes to the growth and professional development of the staff.
Conducts prior art searches, freedom to operate searches, and other relevant patent diligence activities and analyzes results. Prepares summaries for purposes of technology review assessments.
Participates in weekly MSIP decision meetings and prepares draft claim sets to facilitate evaluation of the commercial potential of technologies and paths to market.
Assists in the patent strategy development process for classes of intellectual property assets, including tangible research materials, diagnostics and devices.
Works with Business Development Directors on patent prosecution matters and evaluating recommendations of outside counsel.
Provides instruction to outside law firms as necessary to facilitate allowance of patent claims and reduce costs.
Reviews and approves the engagement of and payment to outside patent counsel.
Other duties as assigned.

What You’ll Bring
Education:

Law Degree (J.D.); board admission in good standing in either New York or New Jersey
Master of Science; Ph.D. (preferred)

Experience:

10 years technology transfer or other intellectual property experience and/or law firm experience in patent prosecution
U.S. Registered Patent Attorney/Agent
Highly organized with demonstrated ability to establish appropriate priorities.
Ability to work independently without supervision.
Flexibility and ability to manage numerous tasks concurrently and ability to act cooperatively with many individuals.
Detail oriented and ability to perform with accuracy.
Positive, energetic, team-oriented with a professional outlook.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Behavioral Competencies:

Customer Service
Attention-to-Detail
Goal Orientation
Initiative
Innovation
Ownership
Communication
Adaptability
Influence and Persuasion
Time Management

Do you share our dedication to extraordinary service and have what it takes to wear the badge? Apply now!

Who We Are
Over 35,000 employees strong, the mission of the Mount Sinai Health System is to provide compassionate patient care with seamless coordination and to advance medicine through unrivaled education, research, and outreach in the many diverse communities we serve.

Formed in September 2013, The Mount Sinai Health System combines the excellence of the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai with seven premier hospital campuses, including Mount Sinai Beth Israel, Mount Sinai Beth Israel Brooklyn, The Mount Sinai Hospital, Mount Sinai Queens, Mount Sinai Roosevelt, Mount Sinai St. Luke's, and New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai.

The Mount Sinai Health System is committed to the tenets of diversity and workforce that are strengthened by the inclusion of and respect for our differences. We offer our employees a highly competitive compensation and benefits package, a 403(b) retirement plan, and much more.

The Mount Sinai Health System is an equal opportunity employer. We promote recognition and respect for individual and cultural differences, and we work to make our employees feel valued and appreciated, whatever their race, gender, background, or sexual orientation. EOE Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans

Contact
Apply online via this link: http://careers.mountsinai.org/find-your-place/position/assistant-director-intellectual-property.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Education
Job Location: New York, New York

The Mount Sinai Health System's commitment to excellence extends beyond delivering world-class health care. The System's ongoing success is dependent upon our highly motivated, nonclinical professionals working to improve business operations. Our leadership team is driven to provide exceptional service by cultivating a workforce that is dedicated to upholding Mount Sinai's mission of delivering innovative, breakthrough medicine with compassion and integrity.

Senior Legal Editor, Patent Prosecution – Large Corporation – Remote (Work From Home)

May 26, 2016Tech - Any / Other, Work - Patent Prosecution

Practical Law US, a Thomson Reuters legal solution, is looking for a Patent Prosecution Editor to join our Intellectual Property & Technology Service and who will:

Develop ideas for patent prosecution content to be published on Practical Law’s online services.
Establish and maintain relationships with external law firm contributors providing patent prosecution resources.
Draft, write, and edit patent prosecution resources, including standard form documents, practice guidance notes and checklists in accordance with Practical Law writing style.
Write and edit content for Practical Law Company's companion magazine, Practical Law The Journal.
Develop relationships with law firm attorneys, in-house counsel and industry groups to ensure that the patent prosecution content is topical and meets their needs.
Assist sales team by participating in sales calls and demonstrating service to potential subscribers.
Assist marketing team by participating in webinars and creation of educational programs.

We are the leading source of intelligent information for the world's businesses and professionals, providing customers with competitive advantage. Intelligent information is a unique synthesis of human intelligence, industry expertise and innovative technology that provides decision-makers with the knowledge to act, enabling them to make better decisions faster. We deliver this must-have insight to the financial and risk, legal, tax and accounting, intellectual property and science and media markets, powered by the world's most trusted news organization.

Qualifications:

• J.D. required
Minimum of eight years’ experience practicing before the US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), whether in a law firm or corporate law department, with expertise in global patent acquisition, maintenance and portfolio management. Current member in good standing of the bar of the USPTO. Must have drafted, filed and prosecuted at least 50 original patent applications.
Enthusiasm and ambition, with a desire to improve the efficiency of legal services.
A good understanding of the needs and priorities of law firm and in-house counsel and the legal market.
A passion for writing and good editing skills, including:
- very close attention to detail;
- impressive command of grammar, punctuation and plain English;
- strong technical drafting skills; and
- the ability to write about complex legal issues clearly and simply.
Expertise in all aspects of global patent prosecution, practice and procedure is required, optimally including:
- drafting basic patent prosecution documents, such as applications, office action responses, declarations, affidavits, petitions, and appeal briefs;
- maximizing patent protection through continuation practice, patent term adjustment and extension, and effective use of provisional applications;
- post-patent-issuance procedures, including reissue application, ex parte reexamination, interference and other Patent Trial and Appeal Board practice and procedure;
- thorough understanding of all current USPTO initiatives; and
- global patent portfolio management.

Expertise with design patents, Patent Cooperation Treaty, European, Japanese or Chinese patent practice and procedure, and freedom to operate investigations and opinions would be helpful.

*This role may be located in a home office if candidate is not near a Thomson Reuters facility.

**Candidates selected for a second interview will be required to submit a writing sample.

At Thomson Reuters, we believe what we do matters. We are passionate about our work, inspired by the impact it has on our business and our customers. As a team, we believe in winning as one - collaborating to reach shared goals, and developing through challenging and meaningful experiences. With over 60,000 employees in more than 100 countries, we work flexibly across boundaries and realize innovations that help shape industries around the world. Making this happen is a dynamic, evolving process, and we count on each employee to be a catalyst in driving our performance - and their own.

As a global business, we rely on diversity of culture and thought to deliver on our goals. To ensure we can do that, we seek talented, qualified employees in all our operations around the world regardless of race, color, sex/gender, including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, citizen status, veteran status, or any other protected classification under country or local law. Thomson Reuters is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer providing a drug-free workplace.

Intrigued by a challenge as large and fascinating as the world itself? Come join us.

To learn more about what we offer, please visit careers.thomsonreuters.com. More information about Thomson Reuters can be found on thomsonreuters.com.

Contact
To apply, email Courtney Hauboldt at: courtney.hauboldt@thomsonreuters.com.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Remote (Work From Home)

Technology Specialist – Law Firm – Redwood City, Calif.

May 19, 2016- US - Northwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Any / Other, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Fish & Richardson, a law firm with a national patent practice, is seeking to hire recent graduates as technology specialists for its Silicon Valley patent practice. Previous experience with patents is not required.

Patent Agent – Law Firm – Portland, Oregon

May 17, 2016- US - Northwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Klarquist Sparkman, LLP, a mid-size law firm focusing exclusively on Intellectual Property law, is actively seeking a Chemical Patent Agent or Patent Attorney. Candidates should have at least a Master’s degree in organic or physical chemistry and experience in pharmaceuticals, spectroscopy, or synthesis of small molecules or biologically active compounds. Ideal candidates will have 2 to 4 years of experience in drafting chemical patent applications and opinions. Candidates should have excellent academic credentials (top 10% strongly preferred).

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Tysons Corner, Va.

May 11, 2016- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Any / Other, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Davidson Berquist Jackson & Gowdey, LLP, an Intellectual Property Law Firm located in Tysons Corner, Virginia seeks an experienced Patent Attorney who can work independently to support a varied IP practice including substantial litigation and post-grant review. Candidates should possess experience handling patent litigation or AIA post-grant reviews (PGRs, IPRs, CBMs) or prosecuting patent applications, and must have a degree in a technical discipline. The ideal candidate will have experience in the electrical, computer and/or software-related fields, and will be admitted to practice law in Virginia.

IP Specialist – Law Firm – Multiple Locations (Updated)

May 9, 2016- US - Midwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Work - Patent Prosecution

Holland & Hart is seeking an individual who is motivated to excel and has a positive, team-oriented attitude. We want to find someone who has the ability to learn and comprehend complex and highly-technical concepts and processes quickly, is good at maximizing the use of technology, and wants to be a part of a dynamic, growing patent practice. Duties include assisting patent attorneys with docketing and practice management, preparing and filing patent applications at the USPTO, maintaining electronic files, generating templates for patent applications, responding to office actions, reviewing documents to ensure proper form, manage new client intake process, etc.

Associate Attorney – Law Firm – Washington, D.C. or Chicago, Ill.

May 5, 2016- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Banner & Witcoff is seeking associate attorneys with 2 to 7 years of experience and a background in electrical engineering, computer engineering or computer science for its Washington, DC or Chicago office.

Patent Attorney / Agent – Law Firm – Centerville, Ohio

May 4, 2016- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Stevens & Showalter, LLP is a growing patent law boutique seeking a patent attorney or patent agent having at least two years of patent application drafting and prosecution experience with a background in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science. The firm is located in a South Dayton, Ohio suburb (Centerville/Washington Township) within a short drive of Northern Cincinnati suburbs for those looking to live in Cincinnati. Responsibilities will include patent application preparation and prosecution, conducting prior art searches, drafting clearance/invalidity opinions, client counseling, and other patent related projects. Salary is competitive with similar patent firms in the area and can grow quickly depending on work quality and production. Partnership opportunities will become available to a candidate that fits in well with the other firm attorneys and that provides excellent work product. The Firm’s work atmosphere is very collegial and the dress code is casual.

IP Associates – Law Firm – Seattle, Wash.

May 4, 2016- US - Northwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Seed IP Law Group, one of the country’s leading intellectual property law firms is expanding its electrical, mechanical, computer science and life science practice groups. Ideal candidates will have a degree in the corresponding technology and a minimum of two years practical experience, including drafting and prosecuting patent applications, client counseling and preparing opinions.

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Indianapolis, Ind.

May 4, 2016- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

SmithAmundsen LLC seeks a Patent Attorney for our expanding Indianapolis office. Prefer 7+ years experience. Transportable business a plus, but not required. Mechanical, Materials, Aero Engineering or Physics degree preferred. Position includes prep/pros, portfolio management, opinions, litigation support, mentoring, and business development. Opportunity for advancement with a growing IP team in a mid-sized entrepreneurial general practice law firm, with several locations in the Midwest. Competitive salary and benefits.

Patent Attorney/Agent – Law Firm – Austin, Texas

May 3, 2016- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Davidson Sheehan LLP, an IP boutique headquartered in Austin, Texas, looking for skilled and productive patent attorneys and agents to join our team. We serve a diverse group of sophisticated clients for whom we do exceptional work in a team oriented environment. An electrical engineering, computer engineering, or physics degree and 2-5 years of experience in preparing and prosecuting patent applications is required. Experience with virtual reality, graphics, mixed signal technology, or software preferred.

Associate – Law Firm – Arlington, Va.

May 3, 2016- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Nixon & Vanderhye P.C., a leading Washington, D.C. area intellectual property law firm, seeks a patent attorney with experience preparing and prosecuting mechanical-related patent applications for its Arlington, VA office.

Patent Attorney / Agent – Law Firm – Telecommute (Washington or Texas)

April 28, 2016- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Midwest, - US - Northwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Lindauer Law PLLC specializes in patent preparation and prosecution and is seeking to hire excellent candidates with 5+ years of experience to join our growing practice. Candidates must be registered in good standing with the USPTO.

Patent Prosecution Attorney – Law Firm – Madison, Wisc.

April 27, 2016- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Michael Best & Friedrich LLP is seeking an IP Patent Prosecution Associate for our Madison office. Our Associates prepare patentability searches, patent applications for filing with the USPTO, draft Office Action responses, and partner with firm colleagues and client representatives regarding an array of new and exciting technologies.

Candidates must have an undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science, and preferably, 5+ years of patent prosecution experience. Admission to the Patent Bar is preferred, but not required.

Candidates must also hold a JD from an ABA-approved law school, and be in good standing and an active member of the bar of the state in which they are admitted to practice.

The candidate must excel in a team environment and be a highly motivated self-starter with excellent business judgment, outstanding written communication skills, and the flexibility to thrive (and have fun!) in a fast-paced professional environment.

This is an exceptional opportunity to join a growing Electrical and Computer Science IP team with a national and international client base. Founded in 1848, Michael Best & Friedrich LLP has provided intellectual property services to clients for more than 100 years and has over 100 professionals.

To be considered, a candidate must possess strong academic credentials. Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and their transcripts. Writing samples can be diverse, and may include a recent university-level paper demonstrating technical writing skills, or an IP document which demonstrates legal and technical writing skills or a persuasive argument.

Michael Best & Friedrich LLP is steadfastly committed to providing equal employment opportunity and maintaining a workplace for employees and applicants for employment that is free from discrimination based upon age, race, religion, color, disability, marital status, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Contact
To apply, visit this link: http://careers.michaelbest.com/viSelfApply/viRecruitSelfApply/ReDefault.aspx?FilterREID=2&FilterJobCategoryID=5&FilterJobID=90.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Madison, Wisconsin

Patent Engineer/Scientist or Patent Agent – Law Firm – Milwaukee, Wisc.

April 27, 2016- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Michael Best & Friedrich LLP is seeking a Patent Engineer/Scientist or Patent Agent for our Milwaukee office. They will prepare patentability searches, patent applications for filing with the USPTO, draft Office Action responses, and partner with firm colleagues and client representatives regarding an array of new and exciting technologies.

Patent Prosecution Attorney – Law Firm – Milwaukee, Wisc.

April 27, 2016- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Michael Best & Friedrich LLP is seeking an IP Patent Prosecution Associate for our Milwaukee office. Our Associates prepare patentability searches, patent applications for filing with the USPTO, draft Office Action responses, and partner with firm colleagues and client representatives regarding an array of new and exciting technologies.

Candidates must have an undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science, and preferably, 3+ years of patent prosecution experience. Admission to the Patent Bar is preferred, but not required.

Candidates must also hold a JD from an ABA-approved law school, and be in good standing and an active member of the bar of the state in which they are admitted to practice.

Contact
To apply, visit this link: http://careers.michaelbest.com/viSelfApply/viRecruitSelfApply/ReDefault.aspx?FilterREID=2&FilterJobCategoryID=5&FilterJobID=92.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Multiple Locations

April 21, 2016- US - Midwest, - US - Southwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Armstrong Teasdale LLP is seeking patent attorneys to assist with the preparation and prosecution of patent applications, patentability and clearance opinions, patent estate management, licensing and enforcement of patents for a diverse clientele.

IP Associate – Law Firm – Milwaukee, Wisc.

April 21, 2016- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Reinhart Boerner Van Deuren s.c., a full-service law firm, seeks a full-time associate with four-plus years of experience in patent counseling and prosecution for our Milwaukee office. This is a unique opportunity to join and be an integral member of a fast growing and dynamic IP team at a large general practice firm.

Patent Agent – Law Firm – Multiple Locations

April 18, 2016- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - NYC, - US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Arent Fox LLP is seeking a patent agent with 2-5+ years of experience in patent preparation and prosecution or drafting in mechanical technologies for their Washington, DC, Los Angeles, New York or San Francisco. Candidates must possess a 4 year degree in mechanical engineering or physics, and experience in automotive and/or medical device technology is a plus. Membership to the Patent Bar is required. Candidates must possess strong writing skills and excellent academic credentials and a desire to excel in a law firm environment. Please submit resume, transcripts and a writing sample.