Intellectual Property Paralegal
Siemens Healthineers
Summary
Siemens Healthineers is seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Intellectual Property Paralegal to support our Intellectual Property (IP) team. This individual will work closely with in-house attorneys, outside counsel, and internal stakeholders to assist with the management, protection, and administration of the company's intellectual property portfolio.
Job description
Responsibilities
- Assisting with the preparation, filing, prosecution, and maintenance of U.S. and foreign patent and trademark applications.
- Managing and maintaining patent and trademark dockets, ensuring accurate tracking of filing deadlines, prosecution milestones, and other critical IP-related activities.
- Coordinating and preparing documentation, presentations, and supporting materials for Intellectual Property Committee meetings.
- Serving as a liaison between in-house attorneys, outside legal counsel, internal employees, and external organizations regarding intellectual property matters.
- Supporting the administration and organization of intellectual property records, documentation, and related correspondence.
- Monitoring and tracking multiple deadlines and priorities to ensure timely completion of IP-related activities.
- Collaborating with members of the IP team to support efficient workflows and day-to-day departmental operations.
- Performing additional administrative and paralegal duties as needed to support the Intellectual Property department.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of 3 years of professional experience supporting intellectual property matters, including patent prosecution and docket management, within a law firm or corporate legal environment.
- Experience utilizing patent docketing software to manage intellectual property records, deadlines, and related activities.
- Familiarity with U.S. and foreign patent filing and prosecution processes.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and track time-sensitive deadlines.
- Ability to work independently with limited supervision while maintaining a high level of accountability.
- Strong client-service orientation, with excellent follow-through and a collaborative approach to working with internal and external stakeholders.
Requirements
- Minimum of 3 years of professional experience supporting intellectual property matters, including patent prosecution and docket management, within a law firm or corporate legal environment.
- Experience utilizing patent docketing software to manage intellectual property records, deadlines, and related activities.
- Familiarity with U.S. and foreign patent filing and prosecution processes.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and track time-sensitive deadlines.
- Ability to work independently with limited supervision while maintaining a high level of accountability.
- Strong client-service orientation, with excellent follow-through and a collaborative approach to working with internal and external stakeholders.
Benefits
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Life Insurance
- Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Short-Term Disability Insurance
- Paid Parking/Public Transportation
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Sick and Safe Time
Company overview
Siemens Healthineers is a German multinational medical technology company specializing in diagnostic and therapeutic imaging, laboratory diagnostics, and molecular medicine. Founded in 2017 as a spin-off from Siemens AG, the company has established itself as a global leader in healthcare technology with a comprehensive portfolio that addresses the complete care continuum for many of the world's most threatening diseases. With approximately 69,500 employees worldwide and operations in over 70 countries, Siemens Healthineers generates annual revenues exceeding €21 billion. The company's product offerings span across four main business segments: Imaging (including CT, MRI, ultrasound, and X-ray systems), Diagnostics (laboratory and point-of-care testing), Varian (cancer care and radiation therapy), and Advanced Therapies. Siemens Healthineers is particularly renowned for pioneering breakthroughs in medical imaging, having developed the world's first commercial PET/CT scanner and continuing to innovate in areas such as artificial intelligence, digital health solutions, and precision therapy. The company's commitment to research and development, with annual investments of approximately €1.5 billion, drives its mission to pioneer breakthroughs in healthcare for everyone, everywhere, sustainably.