Sr IP Patent Paralegal

The CompanyDexcom Corporation (NASDAQ DXCM) is a pioneer and global leader in continuous glucose monitoring (CGM). Dexcom began as a small company with a big dream: To forever change how diabetes is managed. To unlock information and insights that drive better health outcomes. Here we are 25 years later, having pioneered an industry. And we're just getting started. We are broadening our vision beyond diabetes to empower people to take control of health. That means personalized, actionable insights aimed at solving important health challenges. To continue what we've started: Improving human health.We are driven by thousands of ambitious, passionate people worldwide who are willing to fight like warriors to earn the trust of our customers by listening, serving with integrity, thinking big, and being dependable. We've already changed millions of lives and we're ready to change millions more. Our future ambition is to become a leading consumer health technology company while continuing to develop solutions for serious health conditions. We'll get there by constantly reinventing unique biosensing-technology experiences. Though we've come a long way from our small company days, our dreams are bigger than ever. The opportunity to improve health on a global scale stands before us.Meet the team:The role will work closely with an active group of patent attorneys/agents and interact with outside legal counsel as well as other legal groups in the wider Legal Department. The IP Patent Paralegal will be responsible for overseeing patent and trademark matters, including interfacing with business stakeholders and outside counsel, and preparing status reports. A high degree of accuracy, attention to detail & reliability are required for this position.This role is available for fully remote work.Where you come in:You will be interfacing with and assisting outside counsel on intellectual property matters.You will be working with attorneys/agents to track deadlines and ensure that all deadlines are met in a timely fashion.You will be docketing - Review entry of deadlines into IP docketing database for accuracy, i.e. review incoming correspondence from USPTO, WIPO, RO/US and/or foreign associates regarding the current status of patent applications – and ensure accuracy of the information, including Official Filing Receipts, Publications, Notifications, Assignments, Office Actions, Notices of Allowance, Issue Fees, and Patent documents.You will prepare and run weekly docket meetings to ensure timely response to all deadlines. Preparation includes entering commentary to patent deadlines indicating the latest status prior to the weekly docket meeting.You will coordinate filing of new US/PCT patent applications, national stage applications, and foreign applications.You are preparing and managing filing formal of documents, including Oath/Declarations, Powers of Attorney, Patent Assignments, and other formal documents as required by the USPTO/RO-US/PCT.You will assist Paralegal Manager with any other projects, including audits of the portfolio.What makes you successful:You have 5+ years of substantive patent prosecution experience at a law firm or in-house including, but not limited to, U.S. and/or Foreign Filing policies and procedures, using and maintaining an IP docketing system, and filing and managing patent-related documents throughout the stages of a patent life cycle.You have trademark experience is a plus.You have strong knowledge of docketing procedures and hands-on experience in one or more docketing tools. Anaqua experience is a Plus.You have flexibility to multitask and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment and ability to handle multiple projects under limited supervision.You meet deadlines and be a strong team player.You have excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.You have effective communication skills - both written and oral. Demonstrate strong organizational skills and structured thinking abilities.You have paralegal certificate & commensurate work experience.What you’ll get:A front row seat to life changing CGM technology. Learn about our brave #dexcomwarriors community.A full and comprehensive benefits program.Growth opportunities on a global scale.Access to career development through in-house learning programs and/or qualified tuition reimbursement.An exciting and innovative, industry-leading organization committed to our employees, customers, and the communities we serve.Travel Required:0-5%Experience and Education Requirements:Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 5 – 8 years of related experience.Remote Workplace:

Your location will be a home office; you are not required to live within commuting distance of your assigned Dexcom site (typically 75 miles/120km).

If you reside within commuting distance of a Dexcom site (typically 75 miles/120km) a hybrid working environment may be available. Ask about our Flex workplace option.Please note: The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Management may, at its discretion, assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The duties and responsibilities in this job description may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Dexcom’s AAP may be viewed upon request by contacting Talent Acquisition at talentacquisition@dexcom.com.If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact Dexcom Talent Acquisition at talentacquisition@dexcom.com.Salary:$37.93 - $63.22

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