Patent Scientist – Computer Science – Law Firm – Hybrid remote work; open to multiple office locations.

Knobbe Martens provides an opportunity for engineers and scientists to further their professional growth and career development in exciting, challenging ways. Put your technical degree to work on issues involving science, technology, and the law. Candidates will assist with the successful procurement of patent protection for innovative technologies, evaluate with the designs of new products, and assist with the evaluation of competitor products.

Each client brings novel and diverse technologies to our firm. Therefore, the candidate will learn about a variety of new technologies, learn to identify inventive features, learn to describe the inventions, and work with the Patent Office to allow a patent for the technology. The position also requires a candidate to possess the ability to explain and describe new technologies in a way that is concise and descriptive.

Responsibilities and Duties:

  • Reviewing new client technologies to determine potentially patentable features.
  • Creating technical diagrams and drawings that describe the invention.
  • Writing patent applications with clarity and technical accuracy.
  • Reviewing issued patents.

To be successful in this position the candidate must be a strong communicator, both written and oral. The candidate must be able to work independently, with a large amount of working freedom. In addition, each candidate will eventually participate in a patent law course and become registered with the United States Patent Office.

Education and Experience:

  • B.S. degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or other similar technical field is required.
  • At least two years of patent prosecution experience.
  • Must be independently motivated to succeed and measure success on a team level.
  • Qualified candidates will possess strong academic credentials and communication skills.

Location: Hybrid remote work option. Open to offices in Irvine, San Diego, San Francisco.

EOE, including Disability/Vets. Knobbe Martens will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Apply online at:
http://www.knobbelaw.com/viDesktop/viRecruitSelfApply/ReDefault.aspx?FilterREID=6&FilterJobCategoryID=3&FilterJobID=484

Please include a resume, cover letter, transcriptions and a writing sample with your submission.

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Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Hybrid remote work; open to multiple office locations.

Patent Scientist – Optics/Physics – Law Firm – Hybrid remote work; open to multiple office locations.

Knobbe Martens provides an opportunity for engineers and scientists to further their professional growth and career development in exciting, challenging ways. Put your technical degree to work on issues involving science, technology, and the law. The candidate will assist with the successful procurement of patent protection for innovative technologies, evaluate the designs of new products, and assist with the evaluation of competitor products.

Each client brings novel and diverse technologies to our firm. Therefore, the candidate will learn about a variety of new technologies, learn to identify inventive features, learn to describe the inventions, and work with the Patent Office to allow a patent for the technology. The position also requires a candidate to possess the ability to explain and describe new technologies in a way that is concise and descriptive.

Responsibilities and Duties:

  • Reviewing new client technologies to determine potentially patentable features.
  • Writing patent applications with clarity and technical accuracy.
  • Drafting persuasive responses to patent office rejections.
  • Reviewing issued patents.

To be successful in this position the candidate must be a strong communicator, both written and oral. The candidate must be able to work independently, with a large amount of working freedom. In addition, each candidate will eventually participate in a patent law course and become registered with the United States Patent Office.

Education and Experience:

  • Ph.D. in Optics, Electrical Engineering with concentration on lasers/photonics, or Physics is required.
  • Patent prosecution experience is preferred.
  • Must be independently motivated to succeed and measure success on a team level.
  • Qualified candidates will possess strong academic credentials and communication skills.

Location: Hybrid remote work. Open to offices in Irvine, San Diego, San Francisco

EOE, including Disability/Vets. Knobbe Martens will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Apply online at:
http://www.knobbelaw.com/viDesktop/viRecruitSelfApply/ReDefault.aspx?FilterREID=6&FilterJobCategoryID=3&FilterJobID=465

Please include resume, cover letter, transcripts and a writing sample with your submission.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Hybrid remote work; open to multiple office locations.

Patent Counsel – Biotechnology – Law Firm – Hybrid remote work; open to multiple office locations.

Knobbe Martens seeks motivated candidates to join our team. Patent Counsel applicants should have at least two years of biotechnology-related patent prosecution experience to assist in the drafting and prosecution of foreign patent applications. This is a non-partnership track position. This position requires a M.S. degree in biological sciences and a J.D. from an ABA accredited school with a GPA of 3.0 or above. Must be licensed to practice law. Candidates must have strong technical writing skills.

Location: Hybrid remote work. Open to offices in Irvine, San Diego, San Francisco, Los Angeles, New York, and Washington, DC.

EOE, including Disability/Vets. Knobbe Martens will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative Ordinance and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Apply online at:
http://www.knobbelaw.com/viDesktop/viRecruitSelfApply/ReDefault.aspx?FilterREID=6&FilterJobCategoryID=3&FilterJobID=506

Please include resume, cover letter and transcripts with your submission.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Hybrid remote work; open to multiple office locations.

Patent Counsel – Electrical Engineering – Law Firm – Hybrid remote work; open to multiple office locations.

Knobbe Martens is seeking motivated patent counsel candidates to join our team. Applicants must have one to five years of patent prosecution experience to assist in the drafting and prosecution of patent applications. This is a non-partnership track position. This position requires a B.S. in Electrical Engineering and a J.D. from an ABA accredited school with a GPA of 3.0 or above. A graduate degree is desired, but not necessary. Must be licensed to practice law. Candidates must have strong communication skills, both written and oral.

Location: Hybrid remote work. Open to offices in Irvine, Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco, New York, and Washington, DC.

EOE, including Disability/Vets. Knobbe Martens will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative Ordinance and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Apply online at:
http://www.knobbelaw.com/viDesktop/viRecruitSelfApply/ReDefault.aspx?FilterREID=6&FilterJobCategoryID=3&FilterJobID=423

Please include resume, cover letter and transcripts with your submission.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Hybrid remote work; open to multiple office locations.

Patent Counsel – Computer Science – Law Firm – Hybrid remote work; open to multiple locations.

Knobbe Martens is seeking motivated candidates to join our team. Applicants must have at least two years of experience in patent prosecution to assist in the drafting and prosecution of patent applications. Patent Counsel is a non-partnership track position. This position requires a B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or other similar technical field and a J.D. from an ABA accredited school with a GPA of 3.0 or above. Must be licensed to practice law in California, Washington State, or New York. Candidates must have strong communication skills, both written and oral.

Location: Hybrid remote work. Open to offices in Irvine, Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco, New York, and Washington, DC.

EOE/Vet/Disability. Knobbe Martens will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative Ordinance and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Apply online at:
http://www.knobbelaw.com/viDesktop/viRecruitSelfApply/ReDefault.aspx?FilterREID=6&FilterJobCategoryID=3&FilterJobID=485

Please include resume, cover letter and transcripts with your submission.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Hybrid remote work; open to multiple locations.

Patent Counsel – Optics/Physics – Law Firm – Hybrid remote work; open to multiple locations.

Knobbe Martens is seeking motivated candidates to join our team. Applicants must have one to three years of patent prosecution experience to assist in the drafting and prosecution of patent applications. This is a non-partnership track position. This position requires a Ph.D. in Optics, Electrical Engineering with concentration on lasers/photonics, or Physics is required, and a J.D. from an ABA accredited school with a GPA of 3.0 or above. Must be licensed to practice law. Candidates must have strong communication skills, both written and oral.

Location: Hybrid remote work. Open to offices in Irvine, Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco, New York and Washington, DC.

EOE, including Disability/Vets. Knobbe Martens will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative Ordinance and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Apply online at:
http://www.knobbelaw.com/viDesktop/viRecruitSelfApply/ReDefault.aspx?FilterREID=6&FilterJobCategoryID=3&FilterJobID=467

Please include resume, cover letter, and transcripts with your submission.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Hybrid remote work; open to multiple locations.

Patent Agent – Small Corporation – Remote

Freenome Holdings, Inc., a small corporation, is seeking a Patent Agent to work remotely. Freenome is a biotechnology company based in South San Francisco that has pioneered the most comprehensive multiomics platform for early cancer detection.

Role Description/Responsibilities:

  • Draft patent applications; analyze and respond to office actions
  • Perform freedom-to-operate and patentability analyses
  • Attend internal scientific meetings to monitor and capture innovation
  • Collaborate closely with R&D to perform comprehensive searches of patent databases for invalidity, patentability, landscape, licensing, litigation risks, and freedom to operate
  • Develop and maintain a broad understanding of the business, including Freenome’s research, products and product development, (licensed and/or acquired), and our existing IP portfolio
  • Ensure detailed instructions are provided to researchers and inventors regarding legal requirements of a patentable invention. Assists in the construction of extensive invention disclosures.
  • Perform extensive critical reviews of patents, patent applications, patent amendments, patent opinions, and other patent-related documents for technical accuracy and full protection of company inventions
  • Assist the Director and business leaders on patent issues
  • Research and make recommendations on new USPTO regulations or other changes related to patent prosecution
  • Collaborate with outside patent attorneys and paralegals to draft and prosecute patent applications

Role Requirements:

  • Doctorate in a life science discipline required
    USPTO registration in good standing
  • At least five years of IP experience in biotech or IVD industry and/or law firm serving biotech or IVD clients with US and international prosecution
  • Experience with NGS, genomics, proteomics technologies, and in-vitro diagnostics preferred
  • Strong analytical and research skills, including experience with patent and non-patent literature databases
  • Experience performing freedom-to-operate and patentability analyses
  • Outstanding attention to detail combined with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate and communicate clearly across the organization

Apply online at:
https://careers.freenome.com/job?gh_jid=5869588002

Additional Info
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: Remote

Patent Paralegal – Government – Berkeley, CA

Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory is seeking a Patent Paralegal to work in Berkeley, CA.

What You Will Do:

Prepare legal documents required for patent filings, including:

  • Patent and fee transmittals for U.S. patent filings;
  • Patent Cooperation Treaty filings;
  • Application Data Sheets, Assignments, and Oaths/Declarations for U.S. patent filings;
  • Powers of attorney, both U.S. patent and Patent Cooperation Treaty filings;
  • Information disclosure statements;
  • Petitions for fee extensions;
  • Requests for Continuing Examination; and
  • Patent and patent application assignments and assignment recordation forms.

Other Responsibilities:

  • Prepare and submit legal documents for various government agencies, including the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) and Department of Health & Human Service (National Institutes of Health), using electronic filing submission processes (iEdison) within specific timelines.
  • Manage legal requests and correspondence with the DOE, including elections of title, requests for extension of time letters, and discontinuance letters.
  • Advise Intellectual Property Office (IPO) staff and attorneys, government agencies, licensees, joint patent owners, and internal Berkeley Lab clients on the status and prosecution of patent applications.
  • Coordinate outside counsel, IPO attorney and staff, and inventor responses to legal notices or requests from various patent offices and government agencies.
  • Review invention funding sources and determine reporting per DOE, federal agency, and University of California (UC) requirements.
  • Assist attorneys in preparation of U.S. and foreign patent office responses, such as responses to Office Actions and Restriction Requirements, and responses to other notices or requests from U.S. and foreign patent offices.
  • Review and docket in intellectual property databases Office Actions, other patent office communications, and related patent documents received from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, foreign associates, and outside counsel.
  • Provide Contracts Officers with analysis of funding sources and background intellectual property on DOE agreements (Cooperative Research and Development Agreements (CRADA) and Strategic Partnership Projects (SPP) agreements).

Additional Responsibilities:

  • Manage and report annuity deadlines to IPO staff.
  • Implement specific administrative requirements for IPO data management.
  • Assist in gathering data and reports for various internal clients for reporting to various parties.

What is Required:

  • Minimum two years of related experience and an undergraduate degree, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Experience with patent docketing databases (e.g., CPI), Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Excel.
  • Extensive knowledge of U.S. Patent and Trademark Office procedures and requirements.
  • Ability to work cooperatively with internal and external patent professionals, and with LBNL & non-LBNL scientific and administrative staff.
  • Understanding of industry practices.
  • Proven analytical skills and ability to use good judgment in solving problems.
  • Excellent planning and organizational skills.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Desired Qualifications:

  • Paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program.
  • Formal training in paralegal work.
  • Experience with intellectual property databases (e.g., Sophia).
  • Knowledge of DOE/UC procedures and requirements, and/or understanding of Berkeley Lab policies and procedures.

Apply directly online at http://50.73.55.13/counter.php?id=228162 and follow the on-line instructions to complete the application process.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Berkeley, CA

Patent Agent – Law Firm – Houston, Texas or Remote

Blank Rome LLP is seeking a Patent Agent. Candidates based in Houston, Texas area preferred. However, we will consider a remote position for U.S. based candidates in states where Blank Rome LLP has offices.

Responsibilities Include:

  • Draft patent applications and prosecute applications through the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
  • Assist attorneys in the writing of scientific and technical documents clearly and concisely, conducting legal and technical research using all available resources in support of various patent-related matters.

Apply Online At:
https://careers.blankrome.com/Applicant/viRecruitSelfApply/ReDefault.aspx?FilterREID=6&FilterJobCategoryID=1&FilterJobID=1083

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Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Houston, Texas or Remote

Senior Patent Attorney (Prosecution) – Law Firm – Remote; Menlo Park, CA; Silicon Valley, CA; San Francisco, CA; Oakland, CA

Weaver Austin Villeneuve & Sampson LLP is a growing San Francisco Bay Area patent law firm with over 25 registered patent practitioners and a diverse client base. We are seeking lateral patent agents and patent attorneys.

The ideal candidate has an advanced degree, preferably a Ph.D., in a life-science field, such as biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, pharmacology, or immunology, and at least 5 years of experience in preparing and prosecuting patent applications. Expertise in bioinformatics, chemistry, or materials science is a plus, but is not required.

The candidate should be comfortable working autonomously and have good client management skills. The firm expects to provide an increasing amount of work to a new life sciences practitioner; therefore, a book of business, while preferred, is not required. Firm life sciences clients include institutional clients that provide a wide variety of work, as well as companies, ranging from start-ups to large companies, working in the areas of nucleic acid sequencing and analysis, diagnostics, pharmaceuticals and treatment methods, drug delivery, and engineering of organisms to produce compounds of interest. The firm offers a great platform for the self-starter to develop their practice, as well as a collegial group of patent practitioners who value excellence to learn from and with. Remote, in-office, or hybrid work arrangements are supported.

Apply via email to wavsrecruiting@wavsip.com with your cover letter, resume, two writing samples, and transcripts.

Apply online at:

wavsrecruiting@wavsip.com

Include a cover letter, resume, two writing samples (at least one of which includes biotechnology or pharmaceutical technology), and transcripts.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Remote; Menlo Park, CA; Silicon Valley, CA; San Francisco, CA; Oakland, CA

Intellectual Property Patent Agent – Law Firm – Indianapolis, Wilmington, Minneapolis, Philadelphia, Denver, or Chicago

Faegre Drinker is actively recruiting an Intellectual Property Patent Agent to join our thriving Intellectual Property practice. This position offers the opportunity to be involved with all aspects of patent preparation and prosecution in our Indianapolis, Wilmington, Minneapolis, Philadelphia, Denver, or Chicago offices.

Successful candidates will possess 1+ years of experience and should have a technical degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Material Science, Physics, or related technical backgrounds. Candidates must be collaborative and motivated to succeed in a client-focused, team-oriented environment. Preferred candidates will have excellent academic credentials, strong writing skills and professional recommendations.

Pursuant to Part 2 of the State of Colorado’s Equal Pay for Equal Work Act (C.R.S. §§ 8-5-201 to 8-5-203), employers are required to provide expected compensation for posted positions resident in Colorado. The salary range for this position in our Denver office is $103,462-$165,538. Actual salary will vary and may be above or below the range based on experience. The range listed is just one component of Faegre Drinker's total compensation and benefits package for associates, which includes productivity and discretionary bonuses; life, health, accident and disability insurance; and a 401(k) plan.

Please apply online at: https://apply.faegredrinker.com/virecruitselfapply/ReApplicantEmail.aspx?Tag=20989a9f-18bc-4656-afbb-25d388cf5395

Please include a cover letter, resume, writing sample and transcript.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Indianapolis, Wilmington, Minneapolis, Philadelphia, Denver, or Chicago

Patent Associate – Law Firm – New York, NY; currently remote and in-person

Carter Ledyard & Milburn LLP is seeking a Patent Litigation Associate with 1-4 years of experience to join it's full service IP practice. Ideal candidates will have a strong science background, preferably in Chemistry, with at least an undergraduate degree in Chemistry or a life science area.
Strong academic credentials, as well as outstanding organizational, interpersonal, and writing skills are required.
In addition to litigation, responsibilities will include a full range of IP issues, including patent counseling and prosecution, trademark counseling and prosecution and copyright issues.
Japanese language skills is a plus, but not required.
Must be admitted to the New York and Patent Bar.

Apply online at:
chotoo@clm.com

Please include resume and transcript with your submission.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: New York, NY; currently remote and in-person

Patent Counsel – Biotechnology – Large Law Firm – Hybrid remote; open to multiple locations.

Knobbe Martens seeks motivated candidates to join our team. Patent Counsel applicants should have at least two years of biotechnology-related patent prosecution experience to assist in the drafting and prosecution of foreign patent applications. This is a non-partnership track position. This position requires a M.S. degree in biological sciences and a J.D. from an ABA accredited school with a GPA of 3.0 or above. Must be licensed to practice law. Candidates must have strong technical writing skills.

Open to any office location in Irvine, Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco, Seattle, New York or Washington, D.C.

EOE, including Disability/Vets. Knobbe Martens will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative Ordinance and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Apply online at:
http://www.knobbelaw.com/viDesktop/viRecruitSelfApply/ReDefault.aspx?FilterREID=6&FilterJobCategoryID=3&FilterJobID=506

Please provide cover letter, resume and transcripts with your submission.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Hybrid remote; open to multiple locations.

Patent Searcher/Analyst – Corporation – Wilmington, DE or Union Beach, NJ (hybrid)

It’s an exciting time to be part of IFF and we have an opportunity for an experienced, dynamic person to join the Intellectual Property/Knowledge Management (IPKM) group as a Patent Analyst/Searcher. The position requires a creative, inquisitive, and technologically adept individual who will work closely with R&D and legal teams to drive and support global Intellectual Property and Technology Platform development for research projects.

Responsibilities:

Conducting IP searches based on complex search strategies using various search engines for landscape analysis, prior art identification, FTO clearance, invalidity and providing a logical and complete search history
Leading the analysis of identified new technology and market opportunities and developing recommendations on those opportunities in collaboration with project teams

Integrating IP planning, strategy, and goals into the early stages of projects and ensuring that these plans stay relevant and are followed through until end of project
Creating a robust intellectual capital culture, ensuring teams are aware of IP strategy, positions, tools and their roles/responsibilities for creating, defending, and managing IP

Maintaining proficiency with commercial patent searching databases A passion for intellectual capital strategy

Job Requirements:

  • B.S. degree in one of the following areas: biotechnology, biological science, molecular biology, microbiology, human physiology, food chemistry, or biochemistry (Masters degree a plus)
  • 6 years of search experience in Biotechnology or Chemistry IP
  • Technical understanding of the invention disclosure and identification of search focus to develop a highly skilled search methodology
  • Ability to work independently, across multiple geographies, prioritize work/projects, and seamlessly pivot when necessary
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills with attention to detail
  • Good influencing and coaching skills to drive team alignment of goals and accountabilities to meet IP and business objectives
  • Commitment to quality work product and organizational ethics, integrity and compliance
  • Team player with highly organized time management and problem-solving skills to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Proficient with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, SharePoint, OneNote, OneDrive
  • Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion

This position can have a flexible schedule, working onsite occasionally at either our Wilmington, DE or Union Beach, NJ locations.

Apply online at:
https://careers.iff.com/job-invite/343741/

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Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Wilmington, DE or Union Beach, NJ (hybrid)

Patent Engineer – Large Corporation – New York, New York, United States / Burbank, California, United States

The Walt Disney Company, a large corporation, is seeking a patent engineer to work in New York or California

Responsibilities:

  • Conduct patent mining sessions and work with engineers to identify patentable inventions
  • Communicate inventions to members of the company’s intellectual property community for approval
  • Conduct patentability searches
  • Draft invention disclosures on behalf of engineers
  • Prepare drafts of patent applications (software & hardware), assist in patent licensing and litigation matters
  • Perform patent portfolio analysis and prepare reports for management

Basic Qualifications:

  • Minimum 2 years of experience in the patent field
    Proficiency with USPTO systems (PAIR, PatFT, EFS Web)
  • Understanding of U.S. patent laws
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing with engineers and developers, attorneys, staff, and external contacts
  • Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize a heavy workload in a dynamic and complex environment to meet deadlines and daily requirements, while maintaining exceptional accuracy
  • Ability to provide quality client service to both internal and external contacts
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and with others in a cooperative, enthusiastic and friendly manner to accomplish position functions and participate in team efforts
  • Ability to network with technical teams to mine for patentable inventions and to lead invention brainstorm sessions.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Admission to the US Patent & Trademark Office
  • Patent Agent experience

Required Education:

  • BA/BS in an engineering discipline (electrical preferred, will also consider computer science and mechanical)

Apply online at:
https://jobs.disneycareers.com/job/new-york/patent-engineer/391/24897437856

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: New York, New York, United States / Burbank, California, United States

Patent Agent/ Technical Specialist – Small Corporation – Maryland

Vaccitech plc is a fast-growing biotech company. At only five years old we already have a development portfolio of six products, a partnered product that is in commercial production that has seen more than 3 billion doses administered worldwide and an IPO behind us. We are a publicly-listed clinical stage biopharmaceutical company that spun out of the University of Oxford’s Jenner Institute, one of the most prestigious vaccine research centres in the world. We discover and develop immunotherapeutic products and vaccines for the treatment and prevention of infectious diseases and cancer. Our achievements include co-inventing and jointly developing our COVID-19 vaccine candidate VTP-900, now Vaxzevria, which we assigned to Oxford University Innovation to facilitate the licensing of those rights to AstraZeneca. We have clinical studies to explore treatments for patients with HBV and HPV infections and are developing rapid and scalable manufacturing processes for our platforms.

In December 2021 Vaccitech acquired Avidea Technologies with exciting product candidates for oncology and autoimmunity based on the innovative SNAPvax platform, which has demonstrated unprecedented control over T cell induction. This gives us US operational presence in Maryland, complements Vaccitech’s established capabilities and reinforces our position as a fast-growing global leader in immunotherapies and vaccines. From Q3 2022 Vaccitech's US headquarters will be moving to a new facility in Montgomery County. We conduct research globally and have ambitious plans in the UK and US, where we will continue to grow our teams over the coming months and years.

The Role:

The successful candidate will be the interface between internal technical, legal/ IP teams and outside counsel, supporting patent strategy in pursuit of business development and corporate goals. Your key responsibilities will include independently working with R&D staff to understand technical approaches and data output; compiling and curating reports of R&D output to assist invention identification; assisting in-house and external counsel in drafting patent applications and prosecuting a global patent portfolio; managing patent correspondence and document generation in support of global patent prosecution; contributing as part of multi-disciplinary scientific, legal and business development teams to deliver on business-critical projects; working closely with internal and external counsel to help coordinate and manage intellectual property strategy; searching scientific and patent literature and patent document databases to monitor competitor landscape; and presenting updates and guidance to all levels of the company including the senior leadership team and R&D teams.

Experience and qualifications:

Due to the nature of Vaccitech North America’s manufacturing platform and product candidates, the successful applicant candidate must be an expert in chemistry, will holding a graduate degree (PhD preferred) in chemistry or chemical engineering and possessing a deep understanding of the subject. You will also have a minimum of two years’ experience in intellectual property related work (USPTO admission to practice preferred) and a demonstrable experience in patent and claim drafting, in patent prosecution and in technology assessment or invention identification. As an accomplished writer you will have a proven ability to communicate technical information in a clear and concise manner. The successful candidate will have a familiarity with patent database searching methodologies, ideally with competitor landscape analysis. Experience with in-licensing and/ or out-licensing would be a distinct advantage. All applicants must be a US citizen or green card holder as we cannot offer sponsorship.

What we can offer you:

Vaccitech is a great place to work. We encourage an entirely flat structure with an open door policy to the senior leadership team. Our employees agree the culture and working environment is one of the best things about our business. This role would suit an experienced Patent Agent looking for a broad and varied role in a rapidly accelerating biotech. As part of a fast-growing team they will play a significant part in shaping the future in a global biopharmaceutical company that offers significant opportunities for personal and professional development. We offer employer funded health, dental and vision insurance; a 401k retirement plan; career development opportunities and paid time off (PTO). Salary will be commensurate with experience.

Apply online at:
https://vaccitech.bamboohr.com/jobs/view.php?id=34&source=aWQ9MjA%3D

All applicants are required to submit both a resume and a cover letter.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: Maryland

Patent Agent and Search Analyst (Remote) – Small Corporation – Remote (U.S. Only)

Aurora Consulting, a small corporation, is seeking a Patent Agent and Search Analyst to work remotely.

What you’ll do: You will help us navigate a very dynamic growth stage by assisting, as needed, in a wide array of disciplines including:

  • Patent portfolio management. Working closely with each client’s business, legal, technical, and management teams, you will assist with the client’s patent strategy and portfolio development efforts, including identifying and capturing inventive technologies, preparing applications, guiding patent prosecution, and IDS management.
  • Patent Search and Analysis. You will perform patent searches (patentability, FTO, state of the art, etc.), analysis, and competitive landscape monitoring.
  • Administrative backend. We’re working toward more automated solutions, but we still have several monthly tasks around reporting and project management that require human touch. Helping with additional administrative tasks like preparing client contracts and preparing various response shells would also be immensely beneficial to the team.
  • Growth initiatives. You will help us continue our growth trajectory via active participation in networking, business development, speaking engagements (virtual or in-person as comfort allows), podcast participation, and content development. This is compensated time and eligible for profit sharing.

Who you are: You have an undying love for people and supporting inventors and team members with the highest level of quality, high-touch service. Ideally, you’ll also be a good mix of the following:

  • Scientist or Engineer. Registered USPTO Patent agent with a background in bioengineering, engineering, biotechnology, chemistry, or related technical discipline.
  • Quality-focused, highly-efficient practitioner. 2 years as a patent agent who is technically skilled and comfortable drafting and reviewing utility and design patent applications that exceed client expectations. It would be a bonus if you are able to share an office action response that resulted in an issued patent and provide any published application or patent numbers for which you participated in drafting.
  • Search Sleuth. 2+ years experience performing various types of patent and non-patent literature searching. Desire to be an integral part of shaping and growing our search business.
  • Insatiable Tech Geek. Ability to review and analyze technically complex documents, including scientific papers, patents, and technical specifications.
  • Hyper-organized, crisp communicator. Excellent organizational, verbal communication, and writing skills.
  • Intuitive Collaborator. Team player with proven ability to work with dynamic and diverse groups of engineers, inventors, and business and strategy teams.
  • Hungry for autonomy. Can self-direct, manage, and motivate. Takes personal ownership and responsibility for driving high-quality results and consistently hitting deadlines.
  • OCD about detail. Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Apply online at:
https://www.aurorapatents.com/careers.html

Include a cover letter and resume with your submission. It would be a bonus if you are able to share an office action response that resulted in an issued patent and provide any published application or patent numbers for which you participated in drafting.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: Remote (U.S. Only)

Patent Scientist – Computer Science – Law Firm – Open to offices in CA, NY or WA. Hybrid remote.

Knobbe Martens provides an opportunity for engineers and scientists to further their professional growth and career development in exciting, challenging ways. Put your technical degree to work on issues involving science, technology, and the law. Candidates will assist with the successful procurement of patent protection for innovative technologies, evaluate with the designs of new products, and assist with the evaluation of competitor products.

Each client brings novel and diverse technologies to our firm. Therefore, the candidate will learn about a variety of new technologies, learn to identify inventive features, learn to describe the inventions, and work with the Patent Office to allow a patent for the technology. The position also requires a candidate to possess the ability to explain and describe new technologies in a way that is concise and descriptive.

Responsibilities and Duties:

  • Reviewing new client technologies to determine potentially patentable features.
  • Creating technical diagrams and drawings that describe the invention.
  • Writing patent applications with clarity and technical accuracy.
  • Reviewing issued patents.

To be successful in this position the candidate must be a strong communicator, both written and oral. The candidate must be able to work independently, with a large amount of working freedom. In addition, each candidate will eventually participate in a patent law course and become registered with the United States Patent Office.

Education and Experience:

  • B.S. degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or other similar technical field is required.
  • At least two years of patent prosecution experience.
  • Must be independently motivated to succeed and measure success on a team level.
  • Qualified candidates will possess strong academic credentials and communication skills.

Open to Knobbe Office Locations: Los Angeles, New York, Orange County, San Diego, San Francisco, Seattle

EOE/Veterans/Disability. Knobbe Martens will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative Ordinance and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Apply online at:
http://www.knobbelaw.com/viDesktop/viRecruitSelfApply/ReDefault.aspx?FilterREID=6&FilterJobCategoryID=3&FilterJobID=484

Please include cover letter, resume, transcripts, and writing sample with your submission.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Open to offices in CA, NY or WA. Hybrid remote.

Patent Scientist – Optics/Physics – Law Firm – Open to any office in CA, NY, WA, D.C. Hybrid remote.

Knobbe Martens provides an opportunity for engineers and scientists to further their professional growth and career development in exciting, challenging ways. Put your technical degree to work on issues involving science, technology, and the law. The candidate will assist with the successful procurement of patent protection for innovative technologies, evaluate the designs of new products, and assist with the evaluation of competitor products.

Each client brings novel and diverse technologies to our firm. Therefore, the candidate will learn about a variety of new technologies, learn to identify inventive features, learn to describe the inventions, and work with the Patent Office to allow a patent for the technology. The position also requires a candidate to possess the ability to explain and describe new technologies in a way that is concise and descriptive.

Responsibilities and Duties:

  • Reviewing new client technologies to determine potentially patentable features.
  • Writing patent applications with clarity and technical accuracy.
  • Drafting persuasive responses to patent office rejections.
  • Reviewing issued patents.

To be successful in this position the candidate must be a strong communicator, both written and oral. The candidate must be able to work independently, with a large amount of working freedom. In addition, each candidate will eventually participate in a patent law course and become registered with the United States Patent Office.

Education and Experience:

  • Ph.D. in Optics, Electrical Engineering with concentration on lasers/photonics, or Physics is required.
  • Patent prosecution experience is preferred.
  • Must be independently motivated to succeed and measure success on a team level.
  • Qualified candidates will possess strong academic credentials and communication skills.

Open to Knobbe Office Locations: Orange County, Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco, Seattle, New York City, and Washington, D.C.

EOE/Vet/Disability. Knobbe Martens will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative Ordinance and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Apply online at:
http://www.knobbelaw.com/viDesktop/viRecruitSelfApply/ReDefault.aspx?FilterREID=6&FilterJobCategoryID=3&FilterJobID=465

Please include cover letter, resume, transcripts, and writing sample with your submission.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Open to any office in CA, NY, WA, D.C. Hybrid remote.

Patent Scientist – Electrical Engineering – Law Firm – Open to any office in CA, WA, NY, D.C. Hybrid remote.

Knobbe Martens provides an opportunity for engineers and scientists to further their professional growth and career development in exciting, challenging ways. Put your technical degree to work on issues involving science, technology, and the law. The candidate will assist with the successful procurement of patent protection for innovative technologies, evaluate the designs of new products, and assist with the evaluation of competitor products.

Each client brings novel and diverse technologies to our firm. Therefore, the candidate will learn about a variety of new technologies, learn to identify inventive features, learn to describe the inventions, and work with the Patent Office to allow a patent for the technology. The position also requires a candidate to possess the ability to explain and describe new technologies in a way that is concise and descriptive.

Responsibilities and Duties:

  • Reviewing new client technologies to determine potentially patentable features.
  • Writing patent applications with clarity and technical accuracy.
  • Drafting persuasive responses to patent office rejections.
  • Reviewing issued patents.

To be successful in this position the candidate must be a strong communicator, both written and oral. The candidate must be able to work independently, with a large amount of working freedom. In addition, each candidate will eventually participate in a patent law course and become registered with the United States Patent Office.

Education and Experience:

  • B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering is required. M.S. or Ph.D. is preferred.
  • One to five years of patent prosecution experience is strongly desired.
  • Must be independently motivated to succeed and measure success on a team level.
  • Qualified candidates will possess strong academic credentials and communication skills.

Knobbe Office Locations: Los Angeles, New York, Orange County, San Diego, San Francisco, Seattle, and Washington, D.C.

EOE/Vet/Disability. Knobbe Martens will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative Ordinance and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Apply online at:
http://www.knobbelaw.com/viDesktop/viRecruitSelfApply/ReDefault.aspx?FilterREID=6&FilterJobCategoryID=3&FilterJobID=431

Please include a cover letter, resume, transcripts and writing sample with your submission.

 

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Open to any office in CA, WA, NY, D.C. Hybrid remote.