Paralegal - Intellectual Property

Bracco Diagnostics Inc. is a subsidiary of Bracco Imaging which is part of the overall Bracco Group.  The Company specializes in the clinical development, marketing and sales of diagnostic contrast imaging agents.  Bracco Diagnostics Inc. primarily markets its products to hospitals throughout the United States. Bracco Diagnostics Inc. is committed to the discovery, development, manufacturing and marketing of imaging agents and solutions aimed at providing a better use and management in terms of diagnostic efficacy, patient safety and cost effectiveness.

Paralegal, Intellectual Property (Hybrid)

SUMMARY

The Patent Paralegal reports to Bracco's Chief U.S. IP Counsel and assists the Chief U.S.  IP Counsel by helping to prepare, file and prosecute patent applications globally. Responsibilities include organizing and maintaining worldwide patent files, litigation, opposition and interference files and related files. Additionally, the Patent Paralegal will be responsible for assisting with worldwide prosecution and particularly with U.S., PCT and European patent prosecution forms, as well as docketing pertinent information for the worldwide portfolio.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

Prepare documents to assist the Chief U.S.  IP Counsel by filing and prosecuting patent applications in the pharmaceutical field. The requirements include significant patent paralegal experience in preparing worldwide patent filings, pre-filing process, handling of pre-filing and post filing difficulties, docketing and tracking progress of prosecution and assisting Chief U.S. IP Counsel on substantive and procedure matters. The patent paralegal will also assist in identifying applications to file internationally and tracking progress of prosecution. Proactively and autonomously supports in-house patent litigation counsel and other legal professionals through all stages of US IP litigation matters, including interacting with external counsel and Global functional colleagues.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES - N/A

CORE COMPETENCIES To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the core competencies required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Ability to work well independently with minimal supervision, balanced with the ability to work well in a team environment. Attention to detail; excellent oral and written and communications skills; working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel is required, familiarity with PowerPoint and Access preferred.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCEREQUIRED

• Bachelor's degree, minimum of three years patent experience, paralegal certificate or relevant work experience preferred.
• Experience with patent docketing software (such as CPI, FoundationIP, etc.) required.
• Experience with electronic filing and management of U.S. and PCT patent applications required.
• Experience in Pharmaceutical company is preferred, but not required.
• Strong understanding and use of paralegal concepts and principles.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Comprehend, analyze, and digest legal opinions, legislation, regulations, and legal publications.
• Exercise initiative and sound judgment.
• Use legal terminology, prepare legal documents, and follow legal procedures.
• Excellent oral and written communication, organizational and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail, with an ability to work independently and to maintain a high level of confidentiality and ethics.
• Knowledge of legal terminology and concepts of contract law.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Office environment

IP department members in U.S. and Europe

Bracco Diagnostics Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status.