Counsel, Intellectual Property

Min 7 yrs required

Full-time

No

Abbott is about the power of health. For more than 125 years, Abbott has been helping people reach their potential — because better health allows people and communities to achieve more. With a diverse, global network serving customers in more than 160 countries, we create new solutions — across the spectrum of health, around the world, for all stages of life. Whether it’s next-generation diagnostics, life-changing devices, science-based nutrition, or novel reformulations, we are advancing some of the most innovative and revolutionary technologies in healthcare, helping people live their best lives through better health.




H1: Counsel, Intellectual Property - Join Abbott in Pleasanton, CA!
H2: Strategic Patent Portfolio Development and Management

Abbott, a global healthcare leader, is seeking a Counsel, Intellectual Property to join their team in Pleasanton, CA. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the healthcare industry and grow your career with an international company. As a member of the Heart Failure unit within the Medical Devices division, you will have the chance to work on cutting-edge technologies and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Benefits and Perks at Abbott:
- Career development with an international company
- Free medical coverage for employees
- Tuition reimbursement and education benefits
- Named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:
- Strategically develop worldwide patent portfolio
- Manage external budget and conduct due diligence on potential mergers and acquisitions
- Conduct in-depth analyses of competitor products and IP portfolios
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams and counsel clients on IP and other legal issues
- Provide legal and strategic guidance to senior management and organizational leadership
- Supervise and manage employee career counseling and performance evaluation

Qualifications:
- Juris Doctor and USPTO registration in good standing
- Minimum of 7 years of experience as a patent attorney, preferably in the medical device industry
- Strong academic background in engineering or physics
- Experience with mechanical, electro-mechanical, semiconductor, and/or software patent applications
- Knowledge of patent laws in major jurisdictions outside of the US

Join Abbott and make a difference in the world of healthcare! Apply now and take the next step in your career.

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Free medical coverage, retirement savings plan, tuition reimbursement, employee training, health and wellness benefits

Not specified

Patent prosecution, IP portfolio management, Due diligence, Freedom-to-operate assessments, PTAB/EPO Oppositions, Patent litigation support, Patent drafting and negotiation, Legal counseling, FDA regulations

BS in engineering or physics

Interested candidates can apply through the company's website or through a job search engine

Qualification and Experience Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school, USPTO registration, admission to a US state bar

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