Lead II, IP Counsel

ASM; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 140,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

ASM in Phoenix, AZ seeks an IP Counsel to manage global IP for process and engineering activities. You will own invention disclosures, coordinate with inventors and R&D, and shape the worldwide IP protection strategy aligned with business leadership.

You will work with an international team of IP professionals and patent counsels, enjoying a dynamic, fast-growing environment. Travel is limited to two weeks annually.

Qualifications

• A degree in chemistry, materials science, physics, mechanical engineering, or other relevant semiconductor engineering discipline is required.
• A patent attorney or patent agent qualification in any major jurisdiction (EP, US, KR, or JP) is an asset.
• Technical experience in the semiconductor industry is an asset.
• Experience in intellectual property, either in-house or private practice, is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Manage intellectual property portfolio linked to process and engineering activities globally.
• Harvest invention disclosures and coordinate with inventor communities and R&D teams.
• Determine global IP protection strategy aligned with business leadership.
• Collaborate with IP Counsel colleagues across the globe and internal patent counsels.

Skills

Invention disclosures

IP agreement advice

Self-motivated

Clear communication

Adaptability

Team player

Multicultural environment

Education

Semiconductor eng degree

Patent attorney/agent qualified

Job description

Step into a career with ASM, where cutting edge technology meets collaborative culture.

For over 55 years ASM has been ahead of what’s next, at the forefront of innovation and what’s technologically possible. With more than 4,500 ASMers representing 70 nationalities, our people and our advanced semiconductor devices are playing a crucial role in trends such as 5G, cloud computing, AI, and autonomous driving.Butwe’re more than just a tech company. We value diversity, inclusion and sustainability as we strive to make a positive impact on the world. Our development programs help support your growth, shaping your future and pushing the boundaries of innovation to unleash potential.

The Challenge

At ASM, we view our intellectual property as one of our critical assets to enable success in the marketplace. As an IP Counsel in our Phoenix office, you are primarily responsible for intellectual property management linked to process and engineering activities globally. This includes maintaining close contact with the inventor community and staying in touch with R&D activities to harvest invention disclosures, managing a diverse technology portfolio, and determining the global intellectual property protection strategy aligned with business leadership. This isn’t for the faint at heart, but for those who are focused, self-motivated and have impeccable problem-solving skills.

You will be trusted to take full ownership of your projects – with the right balance of support and autonomy. You will report to the IP Counsel team lead and will be embedded in one of our Business Units. You will have a strong working relation with your IP Counsel colleagues across the globe, as well as Patent Counsels whose focus is preparation and prosecution of patent applications. You will be part of ASM’s global IP and licensing team with representation in the US, Japan, Korea, Belgium, Italy, Finland and the Netherlands.

ASM is a fast-growing company with a dynamic environment requiring an ambitious team. We are committed to supporting and growing our people to meet the ever-growing demands of the business.

Location

This role is based in Phoenix, Arizona. In this position, required travel will be limited to two weeks per year. Regular travel is not required but could be accommodated if interested.

Education

• A degreein chemistry, materials science, physics, mechanical engineering, or other relevant semiconductor engineering discipline is required.
• A qualification as a patent attorney or patent agent in any major jurisdiction (EP, US, KR, or JP) is an asset.

Experience

• Technical experience in the semiconductor industry is an asset.
• Experience in intellectual property, either in-house or in private practice, is an asset.

Required skills

• Able to operate effectively in a multicultural, dynamic and demanding high-tech environment
• Harvesting invention disclosures
• Providing advice on intellectual property aspects of agreements
• Self-driven and capable of operating in a high-performance team
• Able to analyze IP situation as well as relevant future IP developments to conceptualize this into reliable intellectual property assets
• Able to communicate a complex message clearly
• Agility to adapt to changing circumstances

We make the tech that enables the chips in devices which improve lives around the world. We do this with an eye to the future, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible through cutting-edge innovation, and driving the next wave of technological breakthroughs that shape how we live, work, and connect.

To learn more about ASM, find us at asm.com andon LinkedIn,Facebook,Instagram, Xand YouTube.

ASM is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, nationality, social or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identify or expression, marital status, pregnancy, political affiliation, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.