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Abbott

Patent Agent

Abbott, Santa Clara, California, us, 95053


Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.JOB DESCRIPTION:

Working at AbbottAt Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You’ll also have access to:Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.Free medical coverage for employees* via the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPOAn excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contributionTuition reimbursement and student debt program.A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world.

The OpportunityLocation of position is Santa Clara, CA, Sylmar, CA, Abbott Park, IL, Chicago, IL, Columbus, Ohio, Plano, TX, Plymouth, MN, or St. Paul, MN.

As a Patent Agent, you will provide legal services and resolve legal matters for assigned responsibilities or clients. You will support the businesses in the achievement of business objectives by communicating advice of the Legal Department and managing legal risks to the corporation.

What You’ll DoAssess competitor patent portfolios relative to current and future Abbott medical device products and develop corresponding IP strategy.Provide patent support for Abbott medical device businesses, including prosecuting patent applications and managing outside counsel.Manage litigation support, including patent office post-grant challenges in the US and EU.Coordinate and conduct Freedom to Operate projects.Draft and prosecute strategic patent claims.

Required QualificationsPossess a Bachelor’s degree or higher in science or engineering.Registered patent agent with the USPTO.5 years of relevant industry experience.Minimum 5 years of experience with patent prosecution.Minimum 5 years of experience with assessing competitor products and IP.

Preferred QualificationsExperience working in house in a highly matrixed environment.Medical device or other health care business experience.

Critical Success FactorsDemonstrate expertise and sound judgment, understanding how assigned responsibilities support Abbott’s business objectives.Firm understanding of available legal, functional, and business resources.Holistic, big picture thinker who anticipates changes in law and adapts approach as necessary.

Apply Now* Participants who complete a short wellness assessment qualify for FREE coverage in our HIP PPO medical plan. Free coverage applies in the next calendar year.Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.The base pay for this position is

$125,700.00 – $251,500.00JOB FAMILY:

Patents and TrademarksDIVISION:

GENC General CounselLOCATION:

United States > Santa Clara : Building B - SCADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

United States > Sylmar : 15900 Valley View CourtWORK SHIFT:

StandardTRAVEL:

Not specifiedMEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:

Not ApplicableSIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:

Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday).

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