Attorney, Patent Prosecution – Small Corporation – Palo Alto, Calif.

June 27, 2011- US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Any / Other, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Prosecution

Salix Pharmaceuticals seeks an Attorney, Intellectual Property and Licensing.

The Attorney, Intellectual Property and Licensing will work with our Associate General Counsel of IP & Licensing and be responsible for drafting and managing global patent portfolios directed to Salix's products. In addition to working on all aspects of patent prosecution, including drafting patent applications and responding to Office Actions, the position will work closely with R&D colleagues to monitor the progress of Salix's in-house research and development, evaluate freedom to operate with respect to third party patent rights, evaluate potential in-licensing or acquisition opportunities and advise research groups on a variety of IP issues, including assessment of third party patent rights.

This position provides the opportunity to work on a wide range of IP issues in a growth-oriented pharmaceutical company. Responsibilities include drafting new patent applications and responses to US and foreign office actions, collaborating with outside US and foreign patent counsel handling patent prosecution matters including appeals, and assisting with IP due diligence for licensing agreements and patentability and freedom to operate studies.

The position requires a JD degree from accredited law school, admission to at least one state bar, and admission to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. A BA/BS in chemistry, molecular biology or related degree is also required; advanced degree preferred.

Salix is also willing to consider a Patent Agent for this position. In that circumstance, the JD is not required, but the candidate must be admitted to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. A BA/BS in chemistry, molecular biology or related degree is also required; advanced degree preferred.

Candidates must have a minimum of 3 years of biological/chemical/ pharmaceutical patent prosecution experience, AND at least 2 years of experience working in-house in the patent department of a pharmaceutical company. Candidates must also demonstrate a full understanding of U.S. patent law, and knowledge of European patent law, including patentability, prosecution, validity, infringement and litigation. Strong background in drafting/filing of patents as well as prosecution experience is also must.

The successful candidate will also be detail-oriented, independently motivated, and have the ability to interact with clients and co-workers in a professional, approachable, and positive manner.

Contact:
Apply online by visiting this link: https://jobs-salix.icims.com/jobs/1862/job.

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: Palo Alto, California

Patent Agent – Law Firm – Houston, Texas

June 21, 2011- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

The national law firm of Novak Druce + Quigg LLP is seeking registered patent agents for its Houston Office. Candidate should possess an advanced degree in chemistry, organic chemistry, or chemical engineering. The ideal candidate will have 1 - 3 years of patent preparation and prosecution experience with strong writing and communication skills.

IP Attorney – Naval Air Systems Command – Patuxent River, Md.

June 21, 2011- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Government, Tech - Any / Other, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

There is a vacancy for an intellectual property attorney within the Office of Counsel, Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR), NAVAIR Headquarters, Patuxent River, Maryland. The incumbent is responsible for providing Intellectual Property and Technology advice to NAVAIR HQ competencies and personnel, Air Program Managers and Air Program Executive Officers. As the patent attorney at NAVAIR headquarters, the incumbent is responsible for coordinating the NAVAIR patent program to include coordinating policy and procedures to enhance the NAVAIR patent program and serving as liaison with seven other intellectual property attorneys assigned to three NAVAIR field activities. NAVAIR is an Echelon II command responsible for research, development, testing, procurement, and sustainment of the Navy’s air platforms, weapons, and support systems. Many NAVAIR systems use state-of-the-art technologies to meet the numero! us operational, maintenance, and training needs. The NAVAIR Office of Counsel provides legal advice with regard to Government procurement, Ethics, environmental law, personnel law, intellectual property, fiscal law, and administrative programs.

The incumbent will provide and coordinate a full range of intellectual property legal services, including counseling on intellectual property matters; counseling on contract and technology transfer matters, such as rights in inventions, patents, technical data and computer software, cooperative research and development agreements; other agreements, counseling on contract surveillance regarding invention disclosures; support of intellectual property litigation; resolving patent and copyright administrative claims; counseling on rights in technical data and computer software matters including preparation/negotiation of licenses; processing of invention security matters; preparing, drafting and prosecuting patent and trademark applications; and conducting training on intellectual property matters. The incumbent does not serve in a supervisory capacity but does serve as the lead for the NAVAIR Intellectual Property Community of Practice to include facilitating the flow of inform! ation and effective communication and coordination of intellectual property law and policy developments among all NAVAIR intellectual property attorneys and with Navy Patent Counsel, the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, Office of Naval Research, and other Government agencies.

This position will be filled at the GS-15 pay grade. The successful candidate should be a dynamic leader, have extensive knowledge of intellectual property law, and be proactive in mentoring and embracing change. The successful candidate will have exceptional legal skills. However, equally important is the candidate’s ability to develop and maintain strong, effective working relationships with clients, other attorneys located at NAVAIR, NAVAIR field activities, or elsewhere within the Navy or other agencies. To this end, the successful candidate will demonstrate outstanding interpersonal skills, an ability to lead and work with other attorneys and personnel, and excellent written and verbal communication skills. To be eligible for selection the applicant must already be a GS-15 or have at least five and a half years experience practicing as an intellectual property attorney, have substantial experience in patent prosecution or invention disclosure, have a working knowledge! of other areas of government patent practice, and have a strong technical/scientific background. The successful candidate must be a U.S. citizen, have graduated from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association, be an active member in good standing of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction), be admitted to practice before a state or federal court, be registered and in good standing to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office, and be eligible to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.

Contact:
Potential applicants should contact Mr. Christopher J. Biglin, Deputy Counsel, NAVAIR at (301) 757-5986 or by email at Christopher.biglin@navy.mil for further information about the position and the office.

Applicants should submit a resume; two legal writing samples; two most recent performance appraisals if available; and the names and telephone numbers of at least three references (other than current supervisors) who may be contacted. Send all documents to:

NAVAIRSYSCOMHQ
Office of Counsel, AIR-11.0
Attn: Kimberli Bartholomew
47123 Buse Road, Bldg 2272 Ste 257
Patuxent River, Maryland 20670-1547

*** SPECIAL NOTE *** Applications also may be submitted electronically to Kimberli.Bartholomew@navy.mil. It is recommended that applications be sent by Federal Express or similar delivery services due to possible security delays in normal mail delivery.

This personnel notice will close on June 24, 2011, and applications must be received by that date to be considered.

If the successful applicant is not a current member of the Navy Office of 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 http://www.ogc.navy.mil).

Applicants eligible for Veterans’ Preference must specifically claim such eligibility in their cover letter, identify the basis for the claim, and include supporting documentation (e.g. DD 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) with their submission. Not all veterans are preference eligible. For a summary of time periods, campaigns, and conditions that entitle an applicant to preference eligibility, please visit www.opm.gov/veterans and review the “Vets Info Guide” and the “Vets Guide.” There is no formal rating system for applying Veterans’ Preference for attorney appointments in the excepted service; however, the Department of the Navy Office of the General Counsel considers veterans’ preference eligibility a positive factor in the attorney hiring process. Applicants who do not claim and do not provide adequate supporting documentation for Veterans’ Preference will not receive this positive factor consideration.

The United States Government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factor.

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Government
Job Location: Patuxent River, Maryland

IP Associate – Law Firm – Cleveland, Ohio

June 20, 2011- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Any / Other, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

IP Counsel – Large Corporation – Thorofare, N.J.

June 13, 2011- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Northeast, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Any / Other, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Prosecution

IP Associate – Law Firm – Indianapolis, Ind.

June 13, 2011- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Northern Virginia

June 9, 2011- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Partner – Law Firm – Santa Barbara, Calif.

June 7, 2011- US - Southwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Director, Patent Counsel – Large Corporation – San Francisco, Calif.

June 7, 2011- US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Any / Other, Tech - Electrical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Prosecution

Dolby Laboratories is seeking a Director, Patent Counsel. The successful candidate will be an experienced patent attorney responsible for supporting active research, development and licensing programs. The position includes a variety of responsibilities such as capturing invention disclosures, performing and managing prosecution, analyzing third-party patents, conducting due diligence related to potential acquisitions and supporting litigation. The position reports to the chief patent counsel and will manage a small team of professionals.

Job Functions:
• Align a growing, worldwide patent portfolio with a dynamic business, including the capture and review of invention disclosures and the preparation of recommendations for the invention review committee.
• Manage, lead and develop a small team of patent professionals.
• Manage domestic and foreign outside counsel in the preparation and prosecution of patent applications.
• Draft and prosecute patent applications of particular importance to Dolby’s business.
• Advise on the acquisition, development, and commercialization of third party technologies and related intellectual property matters.
• Advise on third-party patent claims against products and technologies.
• Support patent licensing and enforcement activities.
• Provide information and training to internal groups as required regarding patent protection procedures and programs.
• Provide such other patent, licensing and intellectual property support as may be assigned.

Skills and Education:
• Minimum of 7-10 years of progressive professional experience including at least 3+ years experience as a patent attorney in a top-tier law firm and, preferably, some experience working in house.
• Juris doctor degree.
• Admission to the California State Bar and USPTO.
• Masters degree in electrical engineering with an emphasis on digital signal processing or bachelors degree with equivalent experience, especially in the area of audio signal processing.
• Prior success in leading, managing and developing a team.
• Excellent writing and communication skills.
• Self-initiative and ability to work with minimum of direction in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment, often under tight deadlines.
• Superior organization and project management skills.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel and PowerPoint applications.

Additional Desired Qualifications:
• Experience in intellectual property licensing and litigation.
• Experience in standard bodies and patent pools.
• Management of worldwide patent strategies.

Contact:
Please send resume in Word format to docon@dolby.com.

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: San Francisco, California

Be part of the exciting future of entertainment and add your talents to those of an amazing team. For more than 40 years Dolby has led the way in developing innovative entertainment products and technologies used by consumers and professionals worldwide. Innovations from Dolby can be heard in consumer audio and video products, entertainment software, and professional sound applications, including music recording, broadcasting, and sound for motion pictures.

Now Dolby is defining high-definition audio and systems for delivering breathtaking digital cinema. Our long-standing commitment to research and development enables our focus to remain on solutions that work today and are prepared for the future. That’s what keeps us on the leading edge of the industry.

Our company philosophy encourages creativity, collaboration, and the desire to perceive things differently. We have been recognized as one of the top 100 best places to work in the Bay Area. We offer a unique and rich array of benefits, including a flexible work schedule and an assortment of health coverage options. We are looking for talented individuals to join our team.

Senior Patent Agent/IP Counsel – Large Corporation – Gaithersburg, Md.

June 6, 2011- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Prosecution

MedImmune is seeking a Senior Patent Agent or an IP Counsel (Patent Attorney) to work in its Gaithersburg, Md., headquarters.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:
• Prepare and prosecute patent applications (US and ex-US)
• Work with outside counsel in preparation and prosecution of patent applications
• Actively counsel members of Research & Development organization in identification of new inventions as well as devise and implement strategies for patent protection over extended drug development life cycle
• Manage all aspects of large intellectual property estates in the areas of oncology, inflammation, and infectious disease; particularly with regards to antibody and other polypeptide-based technologies
• Evaluate and monitor patent portfolios of third parties
• Develop and communicate IP guidance to Business Development during licensing and acquisition efforts
• Review and analyze transactional agreements (e.g., MTAs, CDAs, collaboration agreements)
• Present complicated intellectual property issues to senior management
• Provide IP and technical analysis in support of patent litigations as needed

Position:
• At least 3-5 years patent prosecution experience. Law firm experience strongly preferred.

Education:
• Licensed Attorney required for IP Counsel.
• Ph.D. or equivalent, and/or several years of laboratory experience in relevant scientific area.
• USPTO Registration Number required.

Other Requirements:
• Understanding of experimental details of molecular/cellular biological research
• Understanding of complex scientific inventions and processes
• High level of professionalism and motivation, ability to work independently
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects with rapidly changing priorities
• Outstanding organizational skills and attention to detail
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Computer skills (especially experience with patent and science databases)

Contact:
To apply online please click here:
http://www.candidatecare.com/srccsh/RTI.home?r=2000007631710&d=medimmune.candidatecare.com

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Gaithersburg, Maryland

MedImmune is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

MedImmune does not accept non-solicited resumes or candidate submittals from search/recruiting agencies not already on MedImmune’s approved agency list. Unsolicited resumes or candidate information submitted to MedImmune by search/recruiting agencies not already on MedImmune’s approved agency list shall become the property of MedImmune and if the candidate is subsequently hired by MedImmune, MedImmune shall not owe any fee to the submitting agency.

Patent Associate (Mechanical) – Law Firm – Minneapolis, Minn.

June 6, 2011- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Patent Attorney – Small Corporation – Gaithersburg, Md.

June 2, 2011- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Prosecution

Meso Scale Diagnostics, LLC, is seeking a Patent Attorney to interact directly with the company’s scientists and engineers and work closely with the Chief IP Counsel and General Counsel, as well as managing and coordinating with outside counsel, in supporting all intellectual property functions of the company.

Duties & Responsibilities:
• Work with internal attorneys and with outside counsel in preparation and prosecution of patent applications
• Draft patent applications
• Analyze invention disclosures and review draft publications and devise strategies for patent and trade secret protection
• Evaluate patent portfolios of other parties and prepare freedom-to-operate analyses
• Attend scientific and engineering project team meetings to collect information for patenting and to advise team on intellectual property issues
• Perform general IP counseling to support internal clients and IP attorneys

Experience & Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering field required
- JD is preferred
- Patent agent considered
• Registration to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office is required
• 3-10 years patent prosecution experience in mechanical arts, preferably with experience with health care or life science related devices.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
• Proficient in MS Office Suite.
• Logical problem solving and demonstrated ability to organize and move project tasks forward in an orderly and structured fashion.
• Excellent oral, written communication and interpersonal skills are required.
- Effectively communicate issues/problems and results that impact timelines and/or accuracy.
• Technical knowledge of chemical or biological arts desired but not required.
• A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected including the ability to be productive and multi-task in an environment with changing priorities.

Physical Demands:
• This position requires the ability to communicate and exchange information, utilize computers, and move about the office.

Work Environment:
• This position is performed in a traditional office environment.

Contact:
Apply by emailing the firm at: recruiting@mesoscale.com.

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: Gaithersburg, Maryland

Patent Manager – Large Corporation – Atlanta, Ga.

June 2, 2011- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Prosecution

The Coca-Cola Company is seeking a Patent Manager to work in its Atlanta, Georgia offices. Reporting to the Head of Intellectual Property, the Patent Manager is responsible for developing and implementing all aspects of the Company's patent strategy in support of key business objectives. The individual will work closely with senior management and research and development leaders across multiple technology areas to identify patentable assets and to develop and implement strategies for obtaining patent protection. The individual will also guide activities to ensure that the existing portfolio continues to support evolving business objectives. The Patent Manager will supervise a small team of in-house patent agents and outside counsel in US and foreign patent procurement activities. The individual will also provide advice and counseling to business and scientific stakeholders on a day-to-day basis, including opinions and competitive assessments. The individual will also lead efforts to educate! scientific and business leaders on the role of patent protection in advancing business goals.

Responsibilities:
• Guide the development and implementation of the Company's global patent strategy working closely with key business and scientific stakeholders
• Supervise a team of in-house patent agents responsible for drafting, filing, prosecuting and maintaining US and foreign patent applications
• Provide day-to-day advice and client counseling, as well as more formal opinion work including patentability, validity, non-infringement and freedom to operate opinions
• Identify third party patent portfolios of strategic relevance and formulate appropriate strategies for response
• Support M&A activity involving technology-based companies
• Conduct outreach to business and scientific stakeholders on the role of patents in supporting business advantage
• Manage costs and implement cost containment measurements associated with patent procurement and maintenance
• Other responsibilities and key result areas will be assigned as required

Education & Experience:
• Juris doctor (JD) admitted to practice law in at least one state
• Current registration to practice before the USPTO with at least an undergraduate degree in engineering, materials science, organic or polymer chemistry or other relevant technical degree
• At least seven (7) years of experience in global patent prosecution and client counseling with a law firm and/or in-house legal department
• At least four (4) years of experience in management of attorneys, patent agents and foreign law firms in procurement activities
• Demonstrated ability to participate in a multidisciplinary team composed of scientists, business development teams and attorneys or patent agents

Functional Expertise:
• Outstanding English oral and written communication skills
• High level of motivation with an ability to work independently
• Excellent interpersonal skills a documented ability to contribute as a team player
• Strong management skills
• Computer skills
• Commitment to continuous learning and development
• Customer service and results-oriented

Job Profile Function Specific Activities:
• Provide legal/tax and/or business advice to associates with respect to day-to-day operations.
• Develop legal subject matter expertise in relevant practice area(s).
• Collaborate with outside counsel by communicating objectives, providing strategic direction and providing ongoing information and support in order to meet expectations and achieve Company objectives.
• Review work products of outside counsel to ensure product quality and met expectations.
• Review, edit and comment on agreements drafted by others (e.g., direct reports, business clients, other Company lawyers, counterparties).

Education:
• Juris Doctor Degree or equivalent work experience

Related Work Experience:
• At least 5 years

Core Competencies:
• Drives Innovative Business Improvements: Develops new insights into solutions that result in organizational improvements; promotes a work environment that fosters creative thinking, innovation and rational risk-taking.
• Balances Immediate and Long-Term Priorities: Seeks to meet critical objectives while considering the impact of those decisions and activities on the ability to achieve long-term goals.

Delivers Results:
• Focuses on the critical few objectives that add the most value and channels own and others' energy to consistently deliver results that meet or exceed expectations.
• Imports and Exports Good Ideas: Relentlessly seeks, shares and adopts ideas and best practices in and outside the Company and embraces change introduced by others.

Develops and Inspires Others:
• Builds and maintains relationships that motivate, guide, and/or reinforce the performance of others toward goal accomplishments. Develops self and others to improve performance in current role and to prepare for future roles; seeks and provides feedback and coaching to enhance performance.

Technical Skills:
• Legal Advice. Ability to develop and effectively communicate sound legal advice and/or analysis, including the suggestion of alternative business solutions and best practices while taking into account
client's role, objectives and risk tolerance.

• Client Objectives and Risks. Ability to determine and understand client objectives and risk tolerance. Includes knowledge of methods and/or techniques used to determine to identify objectives or risk tolerance and ability to incorporate the information in making legal decisions.

• Contract Drafting and Interpretation. Ability to synthesize business terms and incorporate legal protections into a binding agreement. Includes knowledge of proper content of agreements and ability to understand and evaluate terms and contract language proposed by counterparties to determine items that are and are not negotiable.

• Contract Law - Basic. Basic knowledge of contract law. Includes knowledge of and ability to understand basic terms and concepts.

• Contractual Relationships. Ability to understand Company's contractual relationships with bottlers, customers, suppliers, sponsorship properties and other counter-parties. Includes knowledge of the implications that such relationships have on the Company's strategic decision-making and freedom to act.

Contact:
Apply online by visiting this link: http://careers.peopleclick.com/careerscp/client_cocacola/external/gateway.do?functionName=viewFromLink&jobPostId=50726&localeCode=en-us.

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Atlanta, Georgia

Patent Counsel – Small Corporation – South San Francisco, Calif.

May 24, 2011- US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Prosecution

Solazyme is seeking an intellectual property attorney. Reporting to the Associate VP, Intellectual Property, this position will be an essential part of our intellectual property group and will play a key role in the development of the company’s IP portfolio.

Responsibilities:
• Preparation and prosecution of U.S. and international patent applications
• Support the company’s diverse research areas and product lines
• Work closely with research and business units
• Manage growing trademark portfolio
• Supervise outside patent counsel and trademark counsel
• Perform patent searches and prepare due diligence analysis
• Assist with other intellectual property matters
• Assist and work with corporate counsel
• Experience with contracts involving IP is preferred

Qualifications:
• 4 - 5 years experience (preferably a combination of firm and corporate)
• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Bachelor’s degree in required, Ph.D. in biological sciences highly preferred
• Admission to a state bar, California preferred
• Registered to practice before the United States Patent & Trademark Office

Additional Qualifications:
• Excellent judgment, high personal standards of excellence and unquestioned integrity
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work in a dynamic and fast paced environment
• A motivated, self-starter capable of working independently
• Strong intellectual capacity

Solazyme is a biotechnology company that produces tailored oils by microbial fermentation. Our business units include fuels and chemicals, nutritionals, and health sciences. The attorney will support all three business units.

This position comes with a competitive compensation and benefits package, 401k, and equity participation. The position is located in South San Francisco, California.

Contact:
Only submissions through our career portal will be accepted. Please visit http://www.solazyme.com/career-opportunities to read more about the job and submit your resume. Solazyme is an equal opportunity employer.

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: San Francisco, California

Chemical IP Lateral Associate – Law Firm – Washington, DC

May 20, 2011- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Prosecution

Biotech IP Lateral Associate – Law Firm – Washington, DC

May 20, 2011- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Work - Patent Prosecution

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Springfield, Mass.

May 18, 2011- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Any / Other, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution