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Olympus Corporation of the Americas Patent Counsel in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota
Working Location: MINNESOTA, BROOKLYN PARK; MASSACHUSETTS, WESTBOROUGH
Workplace Flexibility: Hybrid
Are you looking for a company that cares about people’s lives and health, including yours? Let’s inspire healthier lives, together.
Olympus, a leading medical technology company, has focused on making people’s lives better for over 100 years.
Our Purpose is to make people’s lives healthier, safer, and more fulfilling.
Our Core Values are reflected in all we do: Integrity – Empathy – Agility – Unity – Long-Term View
We deliver on our purpose and our core values by staying True to Life.
Job Description
Responsible for all aspects of U.S. and foreign patent prosecution for U.S. based Olympus entities in the medical field, including drafting applications and responding to Office Actions from the United States Patent and Trademark Office in coordination with outside patent counsel. Will be the primary interface with engineers and technical staff regarding new patent filings. Will conduct competitive landscape searches and review prior art with R&D staff at regular meetings. Will be responsible for the prosecution process from invention disclosure to the issued patent. Manage IP docketing and database in coordination with support staff. Conduct patent clearance studies and patentability searches. Will assist with training programs for engineers on topics such as patent searching. Will coordinate with Global IP team members on prosecution issues that impact global business objectives. Will assist n developing and executing portfolio management strategy. Responsible for other litigation, licensing, acquisition or partnership due diligence as necessary. Handle intellectual property matters arising from the daily business operation of Olympus Corporation of the Americas, including Olympus Surgical Technologies Americas (the Corporation) , including negotiating and drafting contracts on behalf of the Corporation on a variety of intellectual property matters. Provide professional counsel and service to the medical and surgical product groups of other companies of the Olympus Group in intellectual property matters.
Job Duties
Manage all aspects of US prosecution including drafting applications and responses to Office Actions.
Manage intake of patent clearance study requests and conduct search for freedom to operate. Manage intake of invention disclosures and review disclosures for patentability.
Coordinate prosecution matters with outside counsel.
Instruct foreign patent associates on foreign filings and office actions.
Conduct infringement and invalidity studies in support of litigation.
Manage docket and database management. Train engineers on patent issues.
Participate in M&A team for due diligence and freedom to operate for acquisitions or licenses.
Create patent landscapes and design guidance documents.
Drafting and negotiating various intellectual property related agreements, including licenses and transactional documents.
Preparing and revising patent clearance studies. Providing counsel on patent infringement and patent clearance opinions.
Assisting in the management of the Corporation’s worldwide intellectual property portfolio.
Works with research and development and marketing personnel, as well as patent agents and senior management, to define and implement intellectual property strategy for the Corporation.
Performs other related duties as directed.
Job Qualifications
Required:
Juris doctor degree from an accredited law school. Member of at least one State bar.
Bachelors of Science required and preferably Master’s of Science degree in an Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or medical device design field. Registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
Minimum 3+ years of experience in patent prosecution or 5 years combined engineering and patent experience.
Other considerations: Candidate would need to be willing to travel up to 20% of their time to support other locations.
Must be able to communicate effectively (verbal and written) and be proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel or Access, PowerPoint).
Must be able to meet deadlines and be detailed orientated.
Good planning and organization skills a must.
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Must have a sense of ownership and a desire to support the organization to achieve high-level corporate goals.
Strong relationship skills.
High energy, self-motivated, hands-on, and, participatory with strong results orientation and ability to quickly establish priorities.
High level of motivation, commitment, and dedication combined with a proactive mindset.
Ability to work in a small team environment, but also self-starter with the ability to work independently.
Preferred:
Law firm experience preferred.
Experience in patent prosecution for mechanical and electrical devices preferred.
Knowledge of energy devices, surgical devices, software, or optical technology is a plus.
Engineering industry experience preferred.
Why join Olympus?
Here, people matter—our health, our happiness, and our lives.
Competitive salaries, annual bonus and 401(k)* with company match
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Visions coverage effective on start date
24/7 Employee Assistance Program
Free virtual live and on-demand wellness classes
Work-life balance supportive culture with hybrid and remote roles
12 Paid Holidays
Educational Assistance
Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
Volunteering and charitable donation match programs
Diversity & Inclusion Programs including Colleague Affinity Networks
On-Site Child Daycare, Café, Fitness Center**
*US Only
**Limited locations
We care about your health and financial well-being and offer the resources you need to feel vital, confident and ready for wherever life takes you. Learn more about our benefit offerings at https://www.olympusamerica.com/careers/benefits-perks .
About us:
Our Medical business uses innovative capabilities in medical technology, therapeutic intervention, and precision manufacturing to help healthcare professionals deliver diagnostic, therapeutic, and minimally invasive procedures to improve clinical outcomes, reduce costs, and enhance the quality of life for patients and their safety.
Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Olympus employs more than 31,000 employees worldwide in nearly 40 countries and regions. Olympus Corporation of the Americas, a wholly owned subsidiary of Olympus Corporation, is headquartered in Center Valley, Pennsylvania, USA, and employs more than 5,200 employees throughout locations in North and South America. For more information, visit www.olympusamerica.com .
Olympus is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace
We recognize diversity in people, views and lifestyle choices and emphasize the importance of inclusion and mutual respect. We strive to continue to foster empathy and unity in the workplace so that our employees can fully contribute and thrive.
Let’s realize your potential, together.
It is the policy of Olympus to extend equal employment and advancement opportunity to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship status, religious creed (including dress and grooming practices), age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth and/or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability (physical or mental) and/or a medical condition, genetic information, ancestry, veteran status or service in the uniformed services, and any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
Applicants with Disabilities: As a Federal Contractor, Olympus is committed to ensuring our hiring process is accessible to everyone. If you need an accommodation in order to complete the application or hiring process, please contact Olympus via email at OCAAccommodations@olympus.com. If your disability impairs your ability to email, you may call our HR Compliance Manager at 1-888-Olympus (1-888-659-6787).
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