Principal IP Counsel - Freedom to Operate

Min 5 yrs required

Full-time

No

H1: Principal IP Counsel - Freedom to Operate Opportunity at Medtronic
H2: Join our team and make a difference in healthcare innovation

Overview:

- Medtronic is seeking a Senior Principal IP Counsel to partner with R&D and IP Legal teams for Freedom-to-Operate (FTO) and enforcement activities.
- This position offers the opportunity to work with a diverse and inclusive team to drive innovation and change in the healthcare industry.
- The role can be based in Lafayette, CO or any other Medtronic office in the US.
- A day in the life of this role includes partnering with internal stakeholders, analyzing risk assessments, collaborating with various teams, and managing outside counsel.
- The ideal candidate will have a ., 5+ years of FTO and IP enforcement experience, and be licensed to practice in at least one state or the District of Columbia.

Responsibilities:

- Execute IP-specific strategies for FTO and enforcement activities across the entire Medtronic portfolio.
- Review and interpret FTO search results and provide actionable recommendations.
- Analyze third-party infringement claims and conduct patent validity assessments.
- Collaborate with engineering, marketing, and business development teams to understand competition and emerging technologies.
- Support new product development by performing patent clearance studies.
- Build relationships with Medtronic Legal and business teams to manage IP risks.
- Develop strategic relationships and manage outside counsel to meet objectives.
- Monitor changes in the competitive landscape for medical devices and healthcare technology.
- Serve as a resource to in-house attorneys and R&D teams for FTO activities.
- Act as a strategic and inclusive IP partner.
- Demonstrate technical acumen and IP risk calibration.
- Communicate IP advice effectively to all levels of management.

Requirements:

- . and licensed to practice in at least one state or the District of Columbia.
- 5+ years of FTO and IP enforcement experience.
- Registered to practice before the . Patent and Trademark Office.
- Bachelor's Degree in Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or similar scientific discipline (preferred).
- Broad IP experience, including freedom-to-operate, opinion preparation, licensing, and patent prosecution.
- Litigation experience strongly preferred.
- Strong collaboration and relationship-building skills.
- Excellent written, verbal, and listening communication skills.
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
- Sense of ownership and accountability.
- Ability to thrive in ambiguity and make decisions amidst competing demands.
- Proactive, pragmatic, and solutions-oriented mindset.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft applications.

About Medtronic:

- Medtronic is a global leader in medical technology, therapies, and services.
- The company values diversity and inclusivity, promoting innovation and belonging.
- This position offers competitive compensation and benefits.
- Short-term incentive plan available.
- Base salary range applicable across the US.

Physical Job Requirements:

- The employee may be required to be independently mobile and interact with a computer and coworkers.
- Contact your manager or HR for specific work conditions and physical requirements.
- Accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Join our team at Medtronic and be a part of shaping the future of healthcare. We value our employees and offer a wide range of benefits and resources to support them at every stage of their career and life. If you are passionate about driving innovation and making a difference in the lives of patients, apply for the Senior Principal IP Counsel position today.

Must be registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office

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Patent Risk Assessment, FTO Activities, Patent Clearance Studies, Strategic Relationship Management, IP Risk Calibration, Technical Acumen, Collaboration, Communication, Prioritization, Decision-Making, Ownership and Accountability, Problem-Solving, Microsoft Office, Legal Advice, Presentation Development, Project Management

J.D., Bachelor's Degree in Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or similar scientific discipline (preferred)

Interested candidates can apply through the Medtronic website or through a job search engine.

Qualification and Experience J.D., Licensed to practice law in at least one state or the District of Columbia, Registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, Bachelor's Degree in Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or similar scientific discipline (preferred)

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