Patent Counsel

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Patent Counsel
The candidate will work closely with company scientists and engineers to prepare invention disclosures and patent filings. Work independently and/or with outside counsel and foreign associates on prosecution and maintenance matters. Support General Counsel, management and senior scientists to develop patent procurement and enforcement strategies. Deliver internal training on IP-related topics. Conduct patentability and freedom-to-operate searches. Draft and negotiate nondisclosure, material transfer, license agreements. Supervise administrative staff over docketing, records keeping, and invoice review. Bachelor degree or higher in a life sciences field, preferably with an advanced degree in molecular biology, biochemistry, or biology. At least 5 years of experience in patent prosecution. Must be admitted to practice in front of the USPTO. Excellent communication skills (both written and oral) and interpersonal skills are expected are required.

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