Senior Intellectual Property Attorney Job
Eastman Chemical Company See More Job Openings by This EmployerEastman’s current hiring policy requires new hires be fully vaccinated before reporting to work in this role unless granted an exception and for certain legal requirements. Founded in 1920, Eastman is a global specialty materials company that produces a broad range of products found in items people use every day. With the purpose of enhancing the quality of life in a material way, Eastman works with customers to deliver innovative products and solutions while maintaining a commitment to safety and sustainability. The company’s innovation-driven growth model takes advantage of world-class technology platforms, deep customer engagement, and differentiated application development to grow its leading positions in attractive end markets such as transportation, building and construction, and consumables. As a globally inclusive and diverse company, Eastman employs approximately 14,000 people around the world and serves customers in more than 100 countries. The company had 2021 revenues of approximately $10.5 billion and is headquartered in Kingsport, Tennessee, USA. For more information, visit www.eastman.com. Location: Remote or Corporate HQ, Kingsport, TN Attorney with strong patent prosecution education and experience. Will be skilled at drafting and prosecuting patent applications (both US and OUS originating), identifying patentable subject matter, harvesting inventions from research disclosures, collaborating with technology and business personnel to develop and to execute patent filing and prosecution strategies and working well in a team-oriented environment. Experience with patentability and freedom to operate studies and analyses, IP-related agreements (e.g. licensing, JDAs) and/or IP litigation would be a plus. Education Required: Eastman Chemical Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law. Eastman is committed to creating a powerfully diverse workforce and a broadly inclusive workplace, where everyone can contribute to their fullest potential each day.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
A Juris Doctor of Law is required with experience with patent prosecution. Must be a member of a state bar. Must be registered as patent attorney with USPTO.
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