Patent Counsel — IP Strategy & Prosecution

Corning Incorporated; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 156,000 - 215,000; Full time

Job summary

Corning Incorporated is seeking an experienced patent attorney to advance the company’s IP position across optical connectivity and related technologies. The role involves driving portfolio development, risk assessment, and counseling on NDAs and trade secrets, leveraging AI-enabled tools to improve efficiency and outcomes.

You will partner with R&D and business teams to identify patentable innovations, manage global portfolios, and support licensing, M&A due diligence, and other IP-related

Qualifications

• JD degree and active Bar admission; USPTO registration required.
• Bachelor or advanced degree in Physics/Optics/Engineering/Materials Science or Electrical Engineering preferred.
• 3+ years as a practicing patent attorney with patent prep/prosecution experience; 4+ years IP experience as attorney/agent preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication; ability to lead meetings with senior leaders and engineers.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage global patent portfolios from disclosure to maintenance, including supervising outside counsel.
• Conduct IP risk assessments for new products and technology strategies; provide opinions on infringement and validity when appropriate.
• Draft, review, and negotiate NDAs and related agreements to support business objectives.
• Collaborate with R&D and business teams to identify patentable innovations and educate stakeholders on IP strategy.
• Support transactional matters including licenses, joint development, and sponsored research; grow into independent IP leadership.

Skills

Communication skills

Independent work

Risk analysis

NDAs & Contracts

Education

JD degree

Physics/Optics/Engineering degree

Tools

Patent tools

Job description

Corning Incorporated is seeking an experienced patent attorney to advance the company’s IP position across optical connectivity and related technologies. The role involves driving portfolio development, risk assessment, and counseling on NDAs and trade secrets, leveraging AI-enabled tools to improve efficiency and outcomes.

You will partner with R&D and business teams to identify patentable innovations, manage global portfolios, and support licensing, M&A due diligence, and other IP-related