INVISTA
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Job Location: Wilmington, Delaware
Job Type: Full Time
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Description
The incumbent will prepare and prosecute chemical composition and process patent applications for INVISTA's Intermediates business, bring and defend patent oppositions, conduct freedom-to-operate and patent validity studies, draft and negotiate patent and technology related agreements and manage outside counsel’s performance of similar tasks. In addition, the incumbent will provide patent related legal counsel to Senior R&D and Business leaders in one of INVISTA’s largest businesses units. Such counsel will include providing strategic patent and patent related legal guidance to the business unit, which will align with the business strategy and vision. The successful candidate will be expected to provide these legal services with limited supervision and oversight. INVISTA is looking for an applicant with at least one major area of expertise that the rest of the legal organization may rely upon. The position will report to the chief patent counsel and will provide functional guidance to support professionals in patent preparation, prosecution, and freedom-to-operate studies. The successful candidate must be a self-starter, and must demonstrate a strong work ethic.
Experience & Skills Required:
- Registration to practice before the USPTO
- Licensed to practice law in at least one state.
- Undergraduate degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Polymer Science or Polymer Engineering
- 7 + years of patent preparation and prosecution experience at a major corporation and/or intellectual property law firm.
Preferred Experience & Skills:
- Advanced degree in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry
- 5+ years of prior work experience in a field within the chemical industry
- Prior experience managing technical and/or engineering personnel
- Prior experience in communication of complex issues and proposals to decision makers of an organization
HOW TO APPLY:
Company Description:
INVISTA is one of the world’s largest integrated producers of polymers and fibers, primarily for nylon, spandex and polyester applications. The company delivers exceptional value for customers through market insight, innovative products, and a powerful portfolio of some of the most recognized trademarks in industries in which it operates.
INVISTA’s leading trademarks include LYCRA® fiber, STAINMASTER® carpet, ANTRON® carpet fiber and COOLMAX® fabric, among others. INVISTA's innovations continue to produce valuable product offerings for customers while driving the company’s strength and growth.
Compensation/Benefits:
Competitive wages and benefits packages commensurate with experience.
We are an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V
INVISTA
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