Patent Attorney (m / f / div)

Evonik Industries AG; Hanau; Vor Ort; EUR 70.000 - 100.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A global leader in specialty chemicals, Evonik Industries AG is seeking a Patent Attorney to join their team in Hanau. The role involves identifying patent opportunities, managing IP strategies, and advising on complex agreements. Ideal candidates will possess a degree in chemistry and professional patent qualifications, bringing several years of relevant experience along with strong negotiation and communication skills.

Leistungen

Attractive career paths

High-quality development programs

Performance-based remuneration

Occupational health benefits

Hybrid and flexible working environments

Qualifikationen

• Several years of professional experience in an industrial company or law firm, preferably in the chemical sector.
• Experience managing complex interdisciplinary projects.
• Proficiency in English; knowledge of French and/or German is a plus.

Aufgaben

• Identifying patenting opportunities in research and development projects according to Evonik's business needs.
• Defining, obtaining and enforcing legally valid industrial property rights.
• Advising on research, licensing, and non-disclosure agreements.

Kenntnisse

Strategic thinking

Negotiation skills

Customer orientation

Strong communication skills

Team spirit

Ausbildung

Degree in chemistry or chemical process engineering

Qualification as a professional representative before the European Patent Office

Jobbeschreibung

Patent Attorney (m/f/div)

Apply locations: Hanau | Time type: Full time | Posted on: Posted 30+ Days Ago | Job requisition id: R39163

What we offer

Explore a world of opportunities with us. Look ahead and help shape innovative solutions to make our world more sustainable and healthier. At Evonik, you have the chance to explore, thrive, and grow alongside 33,000 colleagues.

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Responsibilities

• Identifying patenting opportunities in research and development projects according to Evonik's business needs.
• Defining, obtaining, and enforcing legally valid industrial property rights (patents, trademarks, utility models, and designs) in Germany and abroad.
• Representing Evonik and its partners before (inter)national authorities and courts.
• Challenging third-party IP rights and defending Evonik’s IP against attacks.
• Preparing expert opinions and evaluating IP positions for new products and research projects.
• Participating in and initiating IP strategies in international teams and providing opinion work to safeguard Evonik’s know-how and freedom to operate.
• Monitoring compliance with patent, utility model, trademark, and employee invention laws.
• Advising on research, licensing, and non-disclosure agreements, and negotiating contracts focused on IP.
• Reviewing and approving new products, brochures, packaging, and publications.

Requirements

• Degree in chemistry or chemical process engineering, preferably in organic chemistry, inorganic chemistry, polymer chemistry, or biochemistry.
• Qualification as a professional representative before the European Patent Office or similar at a national patent office, with relevant experience and willingness to qualify as European Patent Attorney.
• Several years of professional experience in an industrial company or law firm, preferably in the chemical sector.
• Experience working with universities and research projects; IP contract drafting is desirable.
• Experience managing complex interdisciplinary projects.
• Proficiency in English; knowledge of French and/or German is a plus.
• Strategic thinking, negotiation skills, customer orientation, and passion for research and innovation.
• Strong communication skills and team spirit in an international environment.

Your Application

Please apply online via our careers portal. Further information about Evonik is available at https://careers.evonik.com. Include your earliest start date and salary expectations in your application.

Contact: Monique Brockmeier, Talent Acquisition Manager

About Us

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