Wonder what’s within the Life Sciences?

　　Whether they're helping our global customers tackle chronic diseases or enabling scientific advancements, the Life Sciences companies at Danaher are on a quest to transform life as we know it. Within Life Sciences we leverage our skills, diverse perspectives, experience, and the power of the Danaher Business System to support the Life Sciences companies at Danaher and more than 22,000 Life Sciences associates. Together, the 10 Life Sciences companies of Danaher accelerate the discovery, development and delivery of solutions that safeguard and improve human health. Here you’ll find unlimited opportunities to innovate, collaborate and realize your potential.

　　In Life Sciences at Danaher, you’ll thrive and quickly see the impact of your contribution.

　　Job Description

　　This job is fully remote.

　　The IP Paralegal for the Life Sciences Platform is responsible providing support to IP Counsels within the Life Sciences Group. This position is part of the IP Operations Team.

　　You will be a part of the Life Sciences IP Operations group and report to the IP Manager and be responsible for all aspects of IP support, from the filing of patent applications in multiple jurisdictions, diary management, and the integration of or divestiture of acquired assets from M&A activity, inventor renumeration to completing formality-based actions. If you thrive in a fast-paced role and want to work to build a world-class IP organization.

　　In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

　　Provide end to end support to IP Counsel(s), supporting formalities-based activities across the group for all IP topics, including patents, designs, trademarks, and copyrights.

　　Prepare, file and format patent/design, trademarks, and copyright documents for submission to the UK/SE/EP/PCT & USPTO as required, completing all associated docketing requirements within Danaher’s IP management tool.

　　Instruct foreign outside counsel as appropriate at the foreign/national stage filing completing docketing activities.

　　Monitor Life Sciences Platform central IP mailbox, docketing as appropriate and communicating with IP counsel.

　　Manage the docket(s) of IP counsel as assigned, maintaining due dates, meeting weekly to review.

　　Using EP/USPTO filing tools prepare documents to accompany official responses.

　　Support IP Counsel, preparing reports from Danaher's IP management tool and capturing accurate outcomes from committee reviews within the tool

　　Support integration of and/or divestiture of IP assets resulting from M&A activity.

　　Audit and update docketing system for data integrity.

　　Responsible for the management of inventor bonus.

　　Execute standardized workflows for IP prep and pros system.

　　Monitor deadlines, ensuring timely completion and escalate as required.

　　The essential requirements of the job include:

　　4+ years’ experience handling patent preparation and prosecution.

　　Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.

　　Paralegal certification preferred.

　　Detailed knowledge of US patent law prosecution practices.

　　It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

　　Use of IP docketing tools including IP Folio and Foundation IP.

　　Detailed knowledge of EP and foreign patent law prosecution practices.

　　At Danaher, we believe in designing a better, more sustainable workforce. We recognize the benefits of flexible, remote working arrangements for eligible roles and are committed to providing enriching careers, no matter the work arrangement. This position is eligible for a remote work arrangement in which you can work remotely from your home. Additional information about this remote work arrangement will be provided by your interview team. Explore the flexibility and challenge that working for Danaher can provide.

　　The salary range for this role is 65K-80k annually. This is the range that we in good faith believe is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting.

　　We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.

　　We offer a comprehensive package of benefits, including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k) to eligible employees.

　　Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

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　　When you join us, you’ll also be joining Danaher’s global organization, where 80,000 people wake up every day determined to help our customers win. As an associate, you’ll try new things, work hard, and advance your skills with guidance from dedicated leaders, all with the support of powerful Danaher Business System (https://www.danaher.com/how-we-work/danaher-business-system) tools and the stability of a tested organization.

　　Danaher Corporation and all Danaher Companies are committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law. We value diversity and the existence of similarities and differences, both visible and not, found in our workforce, workplace and throughout the markets we serve. Our associates, customers and shareholders contribute unique and different perspectives as a result of these diverse attributes.The EEO posters are available here (https://www.dol.gov/agencies/ofccp/posters) .We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at [email protected] to request accommodation. If you’ve ever wondered what’s within you, there’s no better time to find out.