Global Patent Prosecutor for Lifesciences & MedTech

Edwards Lifesciences; Irvine (CA); Hybrid; USD 145,000 - 205,000; Full time

Job summary

Edwards Lifesciences in Irvine, CA, is seeking a Patent Prosecutor to manage a global patent portfolio and collaborate with R&D, marketing, and other functions to execute IP strategy. You will review disclosures, draft and prosecute applications, and advise internal clients on patent and trade secret laws.

This on-site role offers opportunities to influence innovations and protect our heart-disease therapies.

Qualifications

• Admission to practice before the USPTO.
• Admission to a State Bar.
• JD from ABA-accredited law school.
• Minimum of 5 years of legal experience drafting and prosecuting patent applications.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop a global patent portfolio protecting Edwards’ innovation.
• Collaborate with R&D, marketing, and other business functions to establish and execute an IP strategy.
• Review and evaluate invention disclosures for patentability.
• Prepare and prosecute patent applications, direct outside counsel in the prosecution of applications outside the United States.
• Evaluate competitive threats and freedom to operate.
• Advise and educate internal clients regarding IP-related issues, including new developments in patent and trade secret laws and policies.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Job description

Edwards Lifesciences in Irvine, CA, is seeking a Patent Prosecutor to manage a global patent portfolio and collaborate with R&D, marketing, and other functions to execute IP strategy. You will review disclosures, draft and prosecute applications, and advise internal clients on patent and trade secret laws.

This on-site role offers opportunities to influence innovations and protect our heart-disease therapies.