Intellectual Property Counsel

Arthrex

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<div id="jobDescriptionText" class="jobsearch-jobDescriptionText jobsearch-JobComponent-description css-10og78z eu4oa1w0"><div></div> <div> <div> <p><b>Date: </b>Feb 24, 2024 </p> <p><b>Location:</b> Naples, FL, US, 34108 </p> <p><b>Company: </b>Arthrex </p> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <b>Requisition ID:</b> </div> <div> 59699 </div> </div> <br> <div> <div> <b>Title:</b> </div> <div> Intellectual Property Counsel </div> </div> <br> <div> <div> <b>Division:</b> </div> <div> Arthrex, Inc. (US01) </div> </div> <br> <div> <div> <b>Location:</b> </div> <div> Naples, FL </div> <br> </div> <br> </div> </div> <p></p> <p>Arthrex, Inc. is a global medical device company and a leader in new product development and medical education in orthopedics. Arthrex is actively searching for an Intellectual Property Counsel. Join our talented team at a global medical device company focusded on Helping Surgeons Treat Their Patients Better.</p> <br> <p></p> <p><b>Main Objective: </b>Responsible for a broad range of IP services in order to protect the organization's legal interests and maintaining its operations within the scope established by law.</p> <br> <p></p> <p><b>Essential Duties and Responsibilities:</b></p> <div> <ul> <li>Draft and prosecute US patent applications.</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Manage patent and trademark portfolios.</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Management of outside counsel working on IP-related matters.</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Supporting/lead role in the development of patentability, validity, infringement, freedom-to-practice opinions and patent searching.</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Frequent interaction with the R&amp;D and product development teams.</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Must be able to travel up to 20% of the time.</li> </ul> </div> <br> <p> </p> <p><b>Education and Experience:</b></p> <ul> <li>Registered US patent attorney, with a minimum of 5 years’ experience, well grounded in patent drafting and prosecution, preferably on a world-wide basis. </li> <li>Specific experience in orthopedic or spine industries is desirable. </li> <li>The position will have responsibility for the IP of multiple Arthrex product groups. </li> <li>Must also be a graduate of an accredited law school and a member in good standing of a state bar.</li> </ul> <p></p> <p><b>Knowledge and Skill Requirements/Specialized Courses and/or Training:</b></p> <p>Advanced writing, comprehensive reading, communication and research skills required. </p> <p>Electronic based legal research experience required.</p> <br> <p></p> <p><b>Machine, Tools, and/or Equipment Skills:</b></p> <p>MS Office, PC, printer, copiers and other miscellaneous office equipment</p> <br> <p></p> <p><b> Arthrex 2024 Benefits</b></p> <ul> <li>Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance</li> <li>Company-Provided Life Insurance</li> <li>Voluntary Life Insurance</li> <li>Flexible Spending Account (FSA)</li> <li>Supplemental Insurance Plans (Accident, Cancer, Hospital, Critical Illness)</li> <li>Matching 401(k) Retirement Plan</li> <li>Annual Bonus</li> <li>Wellness Incentive Program</li> <li>Free Onsite Medical Clinics</li> <li>Free Onsite Lunch</li> <li>Tuition Reimbursement Program</li> <li>Trip of a Lifetime</li> <li>Paid Parental Leave</li> <li>Paid Time Off</li> <li>Volunteer PTO</li> <li>Employee Assistance Provider (EAP)</li> </ul> <br> <p></p> <p></p> <p><b>All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.</b></p> </div> </div> </div> <p></p></div>
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Practice Areas
Intellectual Property
Specialties
Patent Prosecution
Experience
5+ years
Employer Type
In-House