IP Licensing & Docket Coordinator

Texas A&M University System Offices; College Station (TX); On-site; USD 57,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

The IP Specialist at Texas A&M University System Offices supports the licensing team in IP matters for the Texas A&M Innovation portfolio. The role reviews the monthly IP docketing, helps manage actions, and serves as a liaison between licensing staff, operations staff, and outside patent counsel on administrative issues.

Required is a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) and two years of related experience, with knowledge of patent docketing software preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Two years of related experience.
• Experience in a legal or paralegal role preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate IP management actions with licensing team and identify outside counsel as needed.
• Monitor IP docket reports to track deadlines for patent filings and office actions.
• Liaise with licensing staff, operations, and outside patent counsel on administrative matters.
• Assist in obtaining information from General Counsel regarding outside counsel expenses and selections.
• Help maintain and improve IP management processes and provide activity reports.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Analytical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience

Two years of related experience

Tools

Wellspring

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Job description

The IP Specialist at Texas A&M University System Offices supports the licensing team in IP matters for the Texas A&M Innovation portfolio. The role reviews the monthly IP docketing, helps manage actions, and serves as a liaison between licensing staff, operations staff, and outside patent counsel on administrative issues.

Required is a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) and two years of related experience, with knowledge of patent docketing software preferred.