For this position, we are looking for an experienced in-house IP manager for our Luxembourg office.
Responsibilities:
Works closely with engineering teams to understand technology and business priorities, and identify and harvest strategic inventions
Works closely with Artec’s external counsel on IP issues and strategy for protecting and enforcing Artec’s intellectual property rights around the globe
Supports external counsel on preparation, filing, and prosecution of patent applications relating to Artec’s innovations and trademark applications
Develops, maintains, and implements best practices and processes for identification and protection of Artec’s IP consistent with Artec’s business goals
Identifies IP training needs within Artec and assists in the development and presentation of training materials on relevant IP laws and related business issues
Evaluates, responds to, and works closely with Artec’s outside counsel to defend against IP assertions [optional]
Advises Artec’s management on intellectual property aspects of corporate partnerships and acquisitions[optional]
Manages IP issues associated with the use or contribution of open source software [optional]
Manages IP licensing, including licensing related to Standard Setting Organizations
Oversees payment of annuities[optional]
Requirements:
A patent lawyer or a patent agent registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and/or EPO
At least a B.S. [or an equivalent] in electrical engineering, applied physics, or in other relevant technical fields
A minimum of 5 years [negotiable] of relevant experience at a law firm and/or an in-house IP department, including drafting and prosecuting patent applications in hardware and software technologies, such as analog/digital circuitry, signal processing, wired/wireless communication
Familiarity with both U.S. and non-U.S. IP rules, regulations, and procedures
Fluency in non-patent IP matters (including trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets) and related strategic issues
Strong communication skills – verbal and written – with the ability to express thoughts clearly and concisely to senior business executives, engineers, and lawyers
Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills
Ability to work independently and cross-functionally, multi-task, manage multiple priorities, problem solve, and deliver timely and effective results in a fast-paced environment