GILEAD
Legal Coordinator, Filing & Formalities IP
GILEAD, Foster City, California, United States, 94420
At Gilead, we’re creating a healthier world for all people. For more than 35 years, we’ve tackled diseases such as HIV, viral hepatitis, COVID-19 and cancer – working relentlessly to develop therapies that help improve lives and to ensure access to these therapies across the globe. We continue to fight against the world’s biggest health challenges, and our mission requires collaboration, determination and a relentless drive to make a difference.
Every member of Gilead’s team plays a critical role in the discovery and development of life-changing scientific innovations. Our employees are our greatest asset as we work to achieve our bold ambitions, and we’re looking for the next wave of passionate and ambitious people ready to make a direct impact.
We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Gilead and help create possible, together.
Job Description
About Gilead :
Gilead Sciences, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company that has pursued and achieved breakthroughs in medicine for more than three decades, with the goal of creating a healthier world for all people. The company is committed to advancing innovative medicines to prevent and treat life-threatening diseases, including HIV, viral hepatitis, and cancer. Gilead operates in more than 35 countries worldwide, with headquarters in Foster City, California.
Job Summary :
The
Legal Coordinator, Filing & Formalities IP
position is within the Intellectual Property Department at Gilead Sciences, reporting to the Filing & Formalities Manager. The IP prosecution team consists of 16 Attorneys and 9 Paralegals. This team comprises high-caliber, reputable, and highly hard-working IP professionals. They are integral to the company’s ability to continue providing therapies to medical areas of unmet needs worldwide.
Job Responsibilities :
Preparing Declarations and Assignments for Filing and Formalities Team
Assisting the filing and formalities paralegal team in preparing Information Disclosure Statements (IDS)
Obtaining signatures for Powers of Attorney, Declarations, and Assignments
Assisting the filing and formalities paralegal team in preparing and recording Assignments in patent cases
Preparing and sending order letters to foreign agents for foreign filing
Obtaining Authentication documents (such as certified copies) as necessary for filing
Assisting the filing and formalities paralegal team with formatting patent applications
Arranging necessary translations
Filing electronic documents in the IManage legal document management system
Notarization
Minimum Qualifications :
Requires a minimum of a high school diploma, some college is preferred but not required, plus relevant administrative experience
3+ years of prior industry or law firm experience as a paralegal preferred
Relevant experience with patents or IP required
Some foreign filing experience
Knowledge of filing in Patent Center
Experience with ePCT
Excellent verbal and written English skills
Notary certification or willingness and ability to obtain Notary Commission
High proficiency in computer skills, including Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe, and Visio
Experience with IManage is preferred.
Organizational skills, effective time management, and attention to detail are required
Candidates must possess the ability to work well with others in a team setting
The salary range for this position is: $92,820.00 - $120,120.00. Gilead considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. These considerations mean actual compensation will vary. This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role), paid time off, and a benefits package. Benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans.
For additional benefits information, visit:
https://www.gilead.com/careers/compensation-benefits-and-wellbeing
As an equal opportunity employer, Gilead Sciences Inc. is committed to a diverse workforce. Employment decisions regarding recruitment and selection will be made without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, genetic information or characteristic, gender identity and expression, veteran status, or other non-job related characteristics or other prohibited grounds specified in applicable federal, state and local laws.
For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please view the 'Know Your Rights' poster.
Gilead provides a work environment free of harassment and prohibited conduct. We promote and support individual differences and diversity of thoughts and opinion.
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Every member of Gilead’s team plays a critical role in the discovery and development of life-changing scientific innovations. Our employees are our greatest asset as we work to achieve our bold ambitions, and we’re looking for the next wave of passionate and ambitious people ready to make a direct impact.
We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Gilead and help create possible, together.
Job Description
About Gilead :
Gilead Sciences, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company that has pursued and achieved breakthroughs in medicine for more than three decades, with the goal of creating a healthier world for all people. The company is committed to advancing innovative medicines to prevent and treat life-threatening diseases, including HIV, viral hepatitis, and cancer. Gilead operates in more than 35 countries worldwide, with headquarters in Foster City, California.
Job Summary :
The
Legal Coordinator, Filing & Formalities IP
position is within the Intellectual Property Department at Gilead Sciences, reporting to the Filing & Formalities Manager. The IP prosecution team consists of 16 Attorneys and 9 Paralegals. This team comprises high-caliber, reputable, and highly hard-working IP professionals. They are integral to the company’s ability to continue providing therapies to medical areas of unmet needs worldwide.
Job Responsibilities :
Preparing Declarations and Assignments for Filing and Formalities Team
Assisting the filing and formalities paralegal team in preparing Information Disclosure Statements (IDS)
Obtaining signatures for Powers of Attorney, Declarations, and Assignments
Assisting the filing and formalities paralegal team in preparing and recording Assignments in patent cases
Preparing and sending order letters to foreign agents for foreign filing
Obtaining Authentication documents (such as certified copies) as necessary for filing
Assisting the filing and formalities paralegal team with formatting patent applications
Arranging necessary translations
Filing electronic documents in the IManage legal document management system
Notarization
Minimum Qualifications :
Requires a minimum of a high school diploma, some college is preferred but not required, plus relevant administrative experience
3+ years of prior industry or law firm experience as a paralegal preferred
Relevant experience with patents or IP required
Some foreign filing experience
Knowledge of filing in Patent Center
Experience with ePCT
Excellent verbal and written English skills
Notary certification or willingness and ability to obtain Notary Commission
High proficiency in computer skills, including Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe, and Visio
Experience with IManage is preferred.
Organizational skills, effective time management, and attention to detail are required
Candidates must possess the ability to work well with others in a team setting
The salary range for this position is: $92,820.00 - $120,120.00. Gilead considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. These considerations mean actual compensation will vary. This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role), paid time off, and a benefits package. Benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans.
For additional benefits information, visit:
https://www.gilead.com/careers/compensation-benefits-and-wellbeing
As an equal opportunity employer, Gilead Sciences Inc. is committed to a diverse workforce. Employment decisions regarding recruitment and selection will be made without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, genetic information or characteristic, gender identity and expression, veteran status, or other non-job related characteristics or other prohibited grounds specified in applicable federal, state and local laws.
For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please view the 'Know Your Rights' poster.
Gilead provides a work environment free of harassment and prohibited conduct. We promote and support individual differences and diversity of thoughts and opinion.
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