Patent Paralegal/IDS Specialist III from Innova Solutions

Innova Solutions is immediately hiring Patent Paralegal/IDS Specialist III.

Position type: Fulltime - Contract

Duration: 12 Months

Location: South San Francisco, CA

As Patent Paralegal/IDS Specialist III, you will:

Job Description:

Patent Paralegal/IDS Specialist III

Description

• The Patent Paralegal/IDS Specialist III will provide a high level of administrative support in all facets of US Patent Law to three or more patent attorneys in the Client's Legal Department.
• Ideal candidates must possess advanced knowledge of Patent and Trademark (PTO) rules and procedures. Candidate must be proficient at navigating Patent Center and Assignment Center.
• Strong knowledge of and ability to keep abreast of 37 C.F.R. rules and MPEP rules are essential. Knowledge of ex-US prosecution is a plus.
• As the IDS Specialist, they will be responsible for ensuring that all relevant prior art, including patents, publications, and other pertinent documents, are identified, analyzed, and properly disclosed to patent offices during the patent application process.
• They work closely with patent attorneys and other stakeholders to gather necessary information and ensure compliance with patent regulations and procedures.

Responsibilities:

• Preparing and filing US Patent correspondence, transmittal documents, and formality documents (Declarations and Assignments).
• Correspond with Foreign Associates and Outside Counsel relating to all Patent Prosecution matters.
• Generate weekly docket reports and coordinate with attorneys, colleagues, Foreign Associates and Outside Counsel to ensure all deadlines are met.
• Prepare and manage Information Disclosure statements (US and Israel), including the ability to comprehensively review art cited across large patent family/portfolios.
• Create, organize and maintain US and foreign patent files (paper and electronic).

Job Requirements:

• A minimum of 5-7 experience in patent prosecution work is required.
• High school diploma required. Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Experience with biotechnology cases is preferred.
• Required technical capabilities in Microsoft Word, Outlook and Adobe Acrobat Professional as well as basic knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint.
• Experience using the USPTO electronic filing system as well as a patent docketing system (IP manager, CPI, CPA, Anaqua etc.) is required.
• Experience with First to File, Google Suites, Lecorpio (IDS), and iManage are extremely beneficial.

Strong skills in the following areas:

• Organization, attention to detail, and analytical abilities
• Effective written and verbal communication to include clarity and tact
• Ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously, efficiently, and collaboratively in accordance with deadlines.
• Proactive, self-disciplined, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Contribute to the general needs of the Patent and Legal groups. Some examples include providing back-up assistance to peers and participating on special projects and/or other activities as requested.

Thank you!

Pradip Joshi

Senior Associate, Recruitment

Phone: 213-401-2633

PAY RANGE AND BENEFITS:

Pay Range*: $53-$56/Hour.

*Pay range offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors, including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc.

Benefits: Innova Solutions offers benefits( based on eligibility) that include the following: Medical & pharmacy coverage, Dental/vision insurance, 401(k), Health saving account (HSA) and Flexible spending account (FSA), Life Insurance, Pet Insurance, Short term and Long term Disability, Accident & Critical illness coverage, Pre-paid legal & ID theft protection, Sick time, and other types of paid leaves (as required by law), Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

ABOUT INNOVA SOLUTIONS: Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Innova Solutions employs approximately 50,000 professionals worldwide and reports an annual revenue approaching $3 Billion. Through our global delivery centers across North America, Asia, and Europe, we deliver strategic technology and business transformation solutions to our clients, enabling them to operate as leaders within their fields.

Recent Recognitions:

• One of Largest IT Consulting Staffing firms in the USA - Recognized as #4 by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA 2022)
• ClearlyRated® Client Diamond Award Winner (2020)
• One of the Largest Certified MBE Companies in the NMSDC Network (2022)
• Advanced Tier Services partner with AWS and Gold with MS

Website: https://www.innovasolutions.com/

Innova Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits any kind of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Innova Solutions is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national origin, citizenship, social or ethnic origin, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by the statutes, rules, and regulations in the locations where it operates. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please contact us at or (770) 493-5588. Please indicate the specifics of the assistance needed. Innova Solutions encourages all interested and qualified candidates to apply for employment opportunities. Innova Solutions (HireGenics/Volt) does not discriminate against applicants based on citizenship status, immigration status, or national origin, in accordance with 8 U.S.C. § 1324b.

The company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in a manner that complies with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws.

American Cybersystems, Inc is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.