Patent Law Jobs by Patently-O

Patent Portfolio Manager - Small Corporation - Mississauga, Ontario

2009-11-19T09:49:21-05:00

Nuvo Research Inc. is seeking a Patent Portfolio Manager for its IP/Legal Department in Mississauga, Ontario to work closely with the Chief Legal Counsel to manage the existing intellectual property portfolio and capture new intellectual property.

Responsibilities:
• Manage intellectual property portfolio, including the implementation of an IP management system
• Perform patentability and freedom to operate searches
• Interface with researchers and external counsel
• Assist with the preparation and prosecution of patent applications

Qualifications:
• An advanced degree in biology or chemistry required, chemistry preferred
• Familiarity with patent law and practice, registered patent agents or lawyers would be given preference
• 3+ years experience in intellectual property in industry or at a law firm is preferred
• Ability to search patent and scientific literature quickly and efficiently
• Hands on experience with drafting and prosecuting patent applications
• Excellent writing, analytical, teamwork and communication skills

Salary:
• To be determined

Contact:
Interested applicants should contact hr@nuvoresearch.com.

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: Mississauga, Ontario (Canada)

Nuvo is a Canadian based publicly traded drug development company headquartered in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada. The company focuses on drug products delivered through the skin and on immune system regulation.

IP Attorney - Large Corporation - Holmdel, N.J.

2009-11-18T10:52:13-05:00

Note: Link to application was incorrect. Please see updated contact information.

Vonage is seeking an IP attorney for its Holmdel, N.J. headquarters. The IP attorney provides independent IP legal advice to the company, oversees prosecution of the Company’s patent and trademark portfolio, supports and manages outside IP counsel, implements and is a champion of the company’s IP strategy, conducts patent investigations and product clearances, and provides advice and support for IP-related agreements.

Essential Job Functions:
• Implements Vonage’s IP strategy based on a thorough understanding of the business strategy
• Manages and supports outside counsel in IP litigation
• Manages Vonage’s IP portfolio development and asset management to achieve business alignment
• Prosecutes patent applications
• Conducts patent searches and evaluations in support of new product development
• Participates in new product development stage gate process reviews to ascertain compliance with IP questions
• Provides counsel regarding adoption and use of trademarks
• Evaluates potential 3rd party infringement of Vonage IP
• Handles 3rd party patent and trademark claims assertions
• Counsels business managers regarding IP matters and strategy
• Negotiates and draft intellectual property agreements
• Renders opinions on patentability, freedom to operate (patent clearances) and intellectual property enforcement and infringement matters

Specific Requirements (Technical Knowledge, Software, Etc.):
• 7-10+ years of IP legal experience required
• Registered patent agent
• Experience implementing IP strategy (including familiarity with IP review committee process)
• Patent and trademark litigation experience
• Experience with product clearance, including prior art searches and review, and infringement and validity opinion drafting
• Experience in the telecom or software industry

Additional Skills (Would like to have but not required):
• Trademark prosecution experience
• Experience drafting IP licenses and licensing agreements
• Prior in-house counsel experience

Education
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, physics or other technical area (e.g. electrical or mechanical engineering) from an accredited school preferred
• Juris degree from accredited law school and admission to a state bar; active and in good standing

Contact:
Interested applicants can apply online by going to: https://www.cytiva.com/von/Detail_von.asp?von2115. Be sure to select 'Patently-O' as your source. Note: Previous contact link directed to an incorrect listing. Please re-apply at the updated link above. Thanks!

Additional Info :
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Holmdel, New Jersey

Patent Agent - Large Corporation - Ardsley, N.Y.

2009-11-17T20:48:59-05:00

OSI Pharmaceuticals is seeking a patent agent to begin work in Melville, N.Y. and relocate to Ardsley, N.Y. around the first quarter of 2010. Person to maintain and expand OSI’s intellectual property by drafting and prosecuting new and existing patent applications and by responding to U.S. and foreign Office Actions. Provide analysis of third party IP from patent database search results. Perform other administrative patent duties as required.

Responsibilities:
• Assess the patentability of new technologies developed by OSI scientists. Collaborate and strategize with researchers to draft new patent applications. Prepare and revise non-provisional and foreign filings.
• Prosecute patent applications. Review and respond to U.S. Office Actions and instruct outside foreign counsel for Office Action responses.
• Provide analysis of third party IP from patent database search results.

Requirements:
• B.S. in Chemistry, Biology or Biochemistry, Registration to practice before the U.S.P.T.O., 1-3 years relevant experience including
• Patent drafting, patent prosecution, IP analyses (e.g. freedom to operate, infringement, validity).
• IP database proficiency (e.g. Geneseq, Derwent, Delphion, USPTO, EPO, JPO), prior art searches.
• Provide analysis of third party IP from patent database search results.

Contact:
To apply for this position, please submit your resume to http://careers.osip.com (Reference job # AR00014). For more information about OSI Pharmaceuticals, Inc. visit our website.

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Ardsley, New York

Patent Attorney/Agent - Small Corporation - San Diego, Calif.

2009-11-16T22:26:09-05:00

DexCom Inc. is currently seeking a patent attorney/agent. This is a unique opportunity to help thousands of people lead a more normal and healthy life, previously not possible before the technology existed, while joining an exciting company that will continue to grow at a fast pace and realize the enormous market potential.

Responsibilities:
Responsibilities will be widely varied and include preparation and prosecution of patent filings, including patent applications, appeals, reexaminations and interferences, developing and implementing offensive and defensive IP strategies, conducting various patent searches, conducting freedom-to-practice evaluations, preparing or obtaining appropriate opinions, conducting invalidity analyses, providing support for patent litigation, and providing timely counsel on intellectual property issues. Strong interpersonal skills are required as regular interaction with legal, technical, and business teams encourage proactive development of IP strategies, invention disclosure reviews, search reports, and I.P. counseling.

Qualifications (Basic):
• Registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
• Bachelor's Degree in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or related technology field required.
• A minimum of 3 years legal experience handling intellectual property law issues.
Qualifications (Desired/Preferred):
• A Juris Doctor from an accredited U.S. law school and licensed to practice in at least one state or the District of Columbia.
• Ideal candidate will have experience with biomedical, diagnostics, wireless technologies, and/or consumer-based electronic systems with a preference for medical device or health-care related electronics.
• Demonstrated ability to draft medical device electronics related patent applications.
• Highly motivated with desire to deliver outstanding professional work product.
• Work independently with minimal supervision and effectively contribute as a team player on legal, technical, and business teams.
• Possess superior writing and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated creativity and success in strategizing, structuring, and obtaining robust IP specific to an area of technology or product, which includes offensive and defensive patent protection.
• Demonstrated ability to understand medical technology, with ability to apply it to an R & D effort with strong R&D interaction.

Contact:
Please send resume to: careers@dexcom.com or fax to: 858-875-5330 and reference “Patent Attorney/Agent.” For more company information, visit: http://www.dexcom.com/.

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: San Diego

Experienced Patent Attorney - Law Firm - Flexible

2009-11-16T17:30:00-05:00

Lee & Hayes, a nationally known intellectual property (IP) law firm, is seeking a lateral and experienced patent attorney having a PhD in biotechnology. Some portable business is necessary. The position would manage and train the biotech patent attorneys in the firm’s Chemical & Life Sciences Practice Group.

IP Today ranks Lee & Hayes #1 for its Innovation Cycle Time™ and 7th overall on the Patent Scorecard™. Lee & Hayes was named a Law Firm on the Cutting Edge by IP Law & Business A collegial and team-oriented work environment and nationally competitive compensation/benefits package. Culturally, more like a "high-tech company of lawyers" than just a law firm. This position is available in Spokane, WA, Seattle, WA, or Austin, TX.

Qualifications:
5+ years of biotech prep/pros experience is necessary. Patent litigation and transaction experience a plus. PhD in biotechnology-related field is required. Portables are necessary. Former patent examiner experience, in-house experience and/or corporate experience are each a plus.

Contact:
For confidential consideration, please submit your resume (with USPTO registration number) to hr@leehayes.com. Lee & Hayes is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and strongly supports diversity in the workplace.

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Spokane or Seattle, Washington; or Austin, Texas

Patent Prosecutor - Law Firm - Woodbridge, N.J.

2009-11-14T13:18:13-05:00

Gibson & Dernier LLP, a New Jersey IP boutique, seeks a competent associate or agent to assist in patent prosecution in the electrical, computer, and mechanical arts. A successful candidate will be a self-starter and have experience working directly with clients. The candidate must be a self-motivated, skilled professional and must be admitted to practice before the USPTO. We offer competitive compensation and benefits.

Contact:
Interested candidates should submit a resume to info@gdiplaw.com. No phone submissions please.

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Woodbridge, New Jersey

Patent Counsel - Small Corporation - Cambridge, Mass.

2009-11-14T01:40:00-05:00

Infinity Pharmaceuticals Inc., an innovative drug discovery and development company, is seeking a Patent Counsel capable of developing and implementing strategies that will allow Infinity to protect and exploit its proprietary interests and obtain freedom to operate for its product candidates. The successful applicant will work closely with Infinity’s senior leadership, multiple internal functional groups, and outside counsel.

Responsibilities:
• Developing, directing and executing Infinity’s intellectual property strategy
• Counseling product development teams and senior leadership on intellectual property matters
• Identifying potentially patentable subject matter
• Preparing and prosecuting patent applications throughout the world
• Reviewing and analyzing third party intellectual property to ensure freedom to operate, including preparation of infringement/validity analyses
• Managing Infinity’s trademark portfolio
• Supporting business development activities, including conduct of due diligence
• Drafting and negotiating technology-related agreements, including materials transfer, research and license agreements
• Supervising and mentoring Patent Agent

Success in this role will require thoughtful leadership and the drive to execute strategy in an interactive and open environment. The ability to interact effectively with internal and external audiences and capture the big picture vision is critical. At the same time, this position requires the successful candidate to roll up his/her sleeves and draft/prosecute patent applications.

Requirements:
• 4-7 years patent practice experience in small molecule pharmaceuticals; prior in-house experience a plus
• J.D. from an accredited U.S. law school
• Registration to practice before the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office and admission to at least one state bar (Massachusetts preferred)
• Advanced degree (M.S. or Ph.D.) in chemistry, biochemistry or biology preferred
• Prior responsibility supervising a staff of patent attorneys/agents preferred
• Ability to communicate effectively with scientists as well as business and legal professionals, internal and external to Infinity, including senior management
• Ability to distill complexity with clarity and precision and to act decisively
• Ability to develop effective working relationships in a collegial environment
• Ability to be a team player and work collaboratively to obtain results
• Ability to exercise discretion and sound judgment in decision-making with limited supervision

Contact:
Please apply online at www.infi.com/careers.html (search: 09-107).

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: Cambridge, Massachusetts

Patent Attorney (Prosecution) - Law Firm - Alexandria, Va.

2009-11-13T10:04:50-05:00

Solid and growing patent law firm seeking a patent prosecution attorney with background in computer science or computer engineering/electrical engineering with a minimum of 3 years prosecution experience. Experience working with U.S. clients a plus. Areas of technology will include telecom, connectors, semiconductors, software and business methods.

Non-infringement and invalidity opinion preparation experience a plus. Looking for a team player to help manage existing firm clients. Pleasant working environment. Great location in front of the King Street Metro Station, in the heart of Old Town, Alexandria. We also provide great benefits, including health, dental, vision, and 401K, plus bonuses to name a few. Opportunities for advancement for the motivated candidate. Salary and benefits commensurate with experience.

Email clewis@KramerAmado.com or fax your resume and cover letter in confidence to 703-519-9802.

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Alexandria, Virginia

Sr. Intellectual Property Counsel - Law Firm - Boston, Mass.

2009-11-13T09:59:59-05:00

Well-respected, growing international manufacturing company is seeking a Senior Intellectual Property Counsel for their suburban Boston location handling IP enforcement & prosecution on a worldwide basis.

The incumbent will have extensive experience as in house Counsel working with technical and business managers to protect all IP matters.

Responsibilities:
• Responsible for critical interaction with the IP management team supporting all legal and business matters to protect IP positions.
• Assess competitive activities and set IP strategies, IP counseling, protection & enforcement.
• Handle prosecution of patent applications on an international basis.
• Manage outside counsel.

Requirements:
• JD required and MA State Bar admission or willingness to take.
• PTO Bar admission.
• 10+ years legal patent experience.
• In house counsel experience necessary.
• BA/BS in scientific or engineering field.

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits. All resumes will be kept in strictest confidence.

Contact:
Please forward a Word version of your resume to admin@eastdds.com.

Additional Info :
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Boston, Massachusetts

Patent Agent/Associate - Law Firm - Rockville, Md.

2009-10-31T12:54:48-04:00

Edell, Shapiro & Finnan, LLC, a growing, mid-size Rockville, Maryland IP firm seeks a Patent Agent or Associate with at least two years of experience in drafting and prosecuting biotechnology patent applications, particularly in the areas of immunology and receptor biology. Candidates should possess a Masters or Ph.D. degree and strong writing skills. Pleasant work environment, competitive benefits and great work/life balance atmosphere.

Contact:
Please send cover letter, resume and transcripts to:

Legal Administrator
Edell, Shapiro & Finnan, LLC
1901 Research Blvd., Suite 400
Rockville, MD 20850

Or, email the above to dmr@usiplaw.com.

Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Rockville, Maryland

Patent Associate/Agent - Law Firm - Alexandria, Va.

2009-10-29T06:28:00-04:00

Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney, an Am Law 200 law firm with a large Intellectual Property law practice, is actively seeking an Electrical patent associate or patent agent with experience writing patent applications directed to network architecture and protocols, and in particular to wireless networks, for its office located in Alexandria, Virginia. Candidates should have superior academic credentials and 3+ years of experience in drafting patent applications. Candidates must be registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and admitted in Virginia. Ideal candidates will have a degree in electrical engineering or its equivalent and possess excellent writing, interpersonal, and communication skills.

The Firm’s electrical patent work has included protecting inventions related to the full spectrum of electrical engineering, computer science, optics nanotechnology and other areas of applied physics. For more information on the firm and its Electrical group, please visit http://www.BuchananIngersoll.com. The firm’s compensation and benefits package is highly competitive with other top-level firms in the the Northern Virginia and Washington, DC areas.

Contact:
Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume, and relevant writing sample by email to laurie.lenigan@bipc.com or by mail to:

Laurie Lenigan, Director of Legal Recruiting
Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney PC
1737 King Street, Suite 500,
Alexandria, VA 22314-2727.

EOE. Note: We are not accepting resumes from search firms for this position.

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Alexandria, Virginia

Patent Agent/Attorney - Small Corporation - Pittsburgh Pa.

2009-10-28T14:04:33-04:00

A successful Pittsburgh start-up is looking for a patent agent/attorney with a background in electrical and computer engineering. Basic job duties will be to prosecute and expand a docket focusing on consumer electronic devices. Compensation packages will include be a combination of salary and equity.

Contact:
If interested, email CV to Jeff@PoweredCards.com.

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Patent Attorneys - Law Firm - Detroit, Mich.

2009-10-27T11:54:00-04:00

Warner Norcross & Judd LLP, a full-service firm of 220 lawyers and one of the Top 20 Midsize law firms in the U.S., seeks patent attorneys for our growing offices in Southfield and Sterling Heights, Michigan (Metro Detroit). We are listed in America’s Greatest Places To Work With A Law Degree. The ideal candidate would possess significant experience (6 years minimum) in order to further develop our practice on the east side of the state. Some book of business and contacts in the Metro Detroit area are required. We are open to all technical backgrounds.

Visit our Technology and Intellectual Property page at www.wnj.com/careers/attorneys/employment/detail.aspx?job=44 to learn more about our TIP practice and our firm.

Contact:
Interested candidates should send a cover letter, job history, resume and copies of undergraduate and law school transcripts to Cathleen Dubault, Director of Lawyer Recruitment, at cdubault@wnj.com.

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Metro Detroit, Michigan (Southfield or Sterling Heights)

Patent Counsel - Large Corporation - San Francisco, Calif.

2009-10-22T03:43:00-04:00

Genentech is seeking a Patent Counsel for its South San Francisco, Calif., headquarters. For more than 30 years, Genentech has been at the forefront of the biotechnology industry, using human genetic information to develop novel medicines for serious and life-threatening diseases. Today, Genentech is among the world’s leading biotech companies, with multiple therapies on the market for cancer and other serious medical conditions. Please take this opportunity to learn about Genentech, where we believe that our employees are our most important asset.

Responsibilities:
The applicant will prepare, file and prosecute patent applications with a primary focus on the protection of inventions and patent prosecution relating to large molecule biologics. The individual will maintain a substantial and active prosecution docket of U.S. and foreign patent applications, with interference, reexamination and opposition practice as they may arise with prosecution. He/she will develop in-depth expertise in one or more specific areas of biotherapeutic technology and provide counsel on patent law issues to scientists conducting research in those areas. The position will also involve diligence work, including freedom-to-operate, infringement and validity analyses and licensing support.

Requirements:
This position requires a United States law degree with 3-6 years of experience as a patent attorney primarily engaged in active patent prosecution. The applicant must have experience in past two years consisting of at least 75% patent filing and prosecution, either in a Pharma or Biotech corporate setting or in a law firm servicing such clients. Further required is admission to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. An advanced degree in Molecular Biology, Immunology or Biochemistry is also required, with a PhD preferred. Technical expertise and/or patent prosecution experience in the areas of immunology and neuroscience are strongly preferred. Experience in handling development and life cycle management of active and complex prosecution portfolios in the biotherapeutics area is desirable.

Genentech is dedicated to fostering an environment that is inclusive and encourages diversity of thought, style, skills and perspective.

Contact:
To learn more about our current opportunities, please visit: careers.gene.com and reference Req. #1000029661. Please use “Web – PatentlyO.com” when a "source" is requested. Genentech is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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