At Optotune, we're revolutionizing the world of optics with our innovative solutions. We are currently looking for an experienced IP Counsel (60-100% pensum) to join our team and drive the future of optical technology.
Tasks
* Being the company’s point of contact for all IP-related questions
* Support inventors to draft invention disclosures
* Draft patent applications
* Prosecution of patent applications with outside counsel
* Communicate between Inventors/Management/Outside counsel
* Draft opinions for search reports/office actions
* Draft third-party opinions
* Perform prior art search/FTO search
* Maintenance and development of internal IP database
* Continuous development and execution of an efficient IP strategy
* Surveillance and Management of IP -cost and -budget
* Optimize patent portfolio in view of product landscape
* Manage surveillance of the patent landscape (IP alerts)
* In cooperation with internal and external stakeholders support and execute IP litigation cases
* Support IP licensing negotiations
Requirements
* Degree in engineering science (electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, process engineering, physics) or related fields (preferably MSc/PhD)
* Diploma as patent attorney is advantageous
* Quick understanding of technological matters, in particular mechanics and optics
* Professional and profound understanding and experience in international patent law
* Strong communication skills in English
* Ability to adapt to rapidly evolving tasks, to withstand pressure and high expectations
* Ability to work independently
* Structured and organized personality, with confident appearance
We are a dynamic and motivated team. We live an open culture in which your work will be crucial to the success of the company. You will work with extraordinary colleagues, all striving for one common goal: to create an outstanding company.
So if you are looking for a challenging job in an innovative environment and you are determined to use your extraordinary skills to bring our revolutionary products to the market, then we would be pleased to get to know you. Only CV in English is needed.
Please note that we DO NOT engage with personal agencies for this position.
Optotune develops and manufactures industry-shaping active optical components that allow customers around the globe to innovate.
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