Docket Paralegal

at  Abbott Laboratories

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have at least 3-5 years experience in domestic and foreign patent prosecution.
• Must have extensive knowledge and understanding of patent terminology and filing procedures including both US and foreign matters and knowledge and understanding of current USPTO rules and procedures. Experience with worldwide maintenance fee renewals a plus.
• Must be highly accurate under pressure, and able to manage multiple priorities under deadlines.
• Must have demonstrated ability to maintain strict confidentiality of client’s IP affairs.
• Must be able to work independently and manage a variety of tasks and assist the larger Legal team.
• Must have strong verbal and written communication skills, and be able to communicate effectively with personnel on all levels.
• Must have working knowledge of docketing software, preferably The IP Management System software (Clarivate/CPA/MDC).
• Must have strong PC skills in word processing, spreadsheets, e-mail, and scanning.
• Paralegal Certificate Required

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Prefer 5-7 years of experience in IP operations areas such as docketing, prosecution, file management, and related IP matters.
• Experience with worldwide maintenance fee renewals a plus.
• Associate/Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Participants who complete a short wellness assessment qualify for FREE coverage in our HIP PPO medical plan. Free coverage applies in the next calendar year.
  Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: www.abbottbenefits.com
  Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.
  Connect with us at www.abbott.com, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott and on Twitter @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal.
  The base pay for this position is $28.20 – $56.40 per hour. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted

Please refer the Job description for details