Patent Law

IP Counsel (Patents) - Large Corporation - Santa Clara, Calif.

By Dennis Crouch

Affymetrix (AFFX) ? a pioneer in creating breakthrough tools that are driving the genomic revolution ? is seeking Intellectual Property Counsel (Patents). The vision, innovation, and devotion of Affymetrix employees help us empower scientists around the world to alleviate human suffering. It is not just the sheer power of GeneChip® technology that inspires us; it is the potential for it to help people.

The culture at Affymetrix is based on core values of innovation, excellence and integrity. Our employees create a highly energized, team-oriented work environment. We are an employer committed to supporting the aspirations and achievements of our employees and offer our employees a comprehensive, competitive program of benefits and a corporate culture based on core values of innovation, excellence and integrity.

Responsibilities:
? Management of a portion of the Company's patent portfolio, including preparation and prosecution of patents in a variety of technology areas that may include chemistry, biochemistry, bioinformatics, genetics, instrumentation, optics and molecular biology.
? Work closely with technical and product groups within the company on patent-related matters.
? Review and analysis of patents, including product clearance, validity studies, licensing and pre-dispute risk assessment.
? Counsel product development and management teams with respect to intellectual property matters.
? Support transactional activities, including licensing, collaboration, and confidentiality agreements.
? Support M&A activities, including intellectual property due diligence.

Requirements:
? Registration to practice before SPOT and state bar registration required.
? Advanced degree (MS or Ph.D) in biochemistry, genetics, molecular biology, chemistry or a related field is strongly preferred.
? Significant experience with hands-on patent drafting, prosecution and analysis.
? Ability to work independently in area of expertise as well as with a technical team.

Contact:
To pursue this rewarding career opportunity with Affymetrix, please apply on our corporate website to requisition 3741 (http://www.affymetrix.com/corporate/careers/careers.jsp).

Affymetrix is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment to a diverse workforce is demonstrated through all aspects of our hiring and employment practices.

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Santa Clara, California

Full post as published by Patent Law Jobs by Patently-O on June 05, 2008 (boomark / email).