Intellectual Property Manager (Remote)

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I. JOB SUMMARY

The Intellectual Property Manager will support our Intellectual Property Legal team by providing services related to trademarks, patents, invention disclosures, trademark registration renewals, and annuity payments. This role will provide oversight for the development of Emergent BioSolutions Inc.'s (Emergent) intellectual property (IP) portfolio, with a strong emphasis on managing trademarks. This role is responsible for supporting the implementation of strategies to protect and leverage Emergent's IP assets, maintaining compliance with applicable IP laws, and mitigating risks associated with IP rights. The Intellectual Property Manager will report to the Associate General Counsel, Head of IP and work closely with cross-functional teams, including R&D, legal, and marketing, to ensure alignment between Emergent's business goals and its IP strategy.

II. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

IP Portfolio Management

• Oversee and manage Emergent's IP portfolio, including patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets: Maintain internal docket system and oversee all incoming correspondence with action due dates; prepare assignments, declarations, Information Disclosure Statements, Statements of Use, Extensions of Time, and other documents necessary to support prosecution activity; secure internal signatures; integrate new assets into and dispose of authorized assets from the docketing system; communicate with outside counsel; manage internal renewal and annuity systems for auto-pay activities.
• Develop and implement strategies to maximize the value of the company's IP assets, including monitoring renewals, maintaining records, and enforcing rights.
• Track new developments in IP law, updating internal practices as necessary.
• Support for intellectual property group budgeting and forecasting, including tracking and maintenance of outside counsel invoices.
• Collaborate with Emergent leadership to establish short- and long-term IP goals and strategies that align with overall company objectives.

Trademark Management

• Manage the lifecycle of all company trademarks, including filing, renewal, enforcement, and monitoring for potential infringements.
• Liaise with internal clients on new and existing trademark, logo, and slogan assets; conduct trademark clearance searches to evaluate potential new marks, and work with legal counsel to file applications in domestic and international jurisdictions.
• Oversee third-party use of Emergent's trademarks, ensuring brand protection through enforcement and management of trademark licenses and co-branding agreements.

Patent Management

• Oversee and assist with all domestic and foreign patent filing processes and procedures, including best practices, checklists, related documents, research, analysis, and e-filings.
• Assist with updating the USPTO account for Emergent's IP Legal team.
• Work with R&D and legal to identify, document, and protect valuable innovations.
• Assists R&D with the assessment of and improvements of patent prosecution processes and procedures, workflow, training, and compliance.
• Maintain/archive all invention disclosures received and monitor the review process for filing new patent applications.

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Training

• Collaborate with the marketing and product teams to ensure brand assets are used consistently and in line with company policy.
• Maintain an internal list of proper trademark usage.
• Perform risk assessments on IP-related projects and provide guidance on IP issues in M&A, licensing, and other commercial transactions.
• Provide training and support to employees on IP policies and procedures, helping to foster a culture of IP awareness and compliance.

IP Dispute Resolution & Enforcement

• Support IP disputes, including preparing responses to potential IP infringements and overseeing enforcement actions when necessary.
• Collaborate with marketing and product teams on brand protection matters.
• Engage with external IP counsel and enforcement agencies as needed.

The above statements are intended to describe the nature of work performed by those in this job and are not an exhaustive list of all duties. Nothing in this job description restricts managements right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time which reflects management's assignment of essential functions.

III. MINIMUM EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in trademark and patent prosecution as a paralegal, technology specialist, or comparable position in a law firm or in-house legal department.
• Experience managing IP portfolios, including patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets, and working with IP management software and databases.
• Expertise in domestic and foreign IP laws, regulations, and U.S. Patent and Trademark office (USPTO) procedures, rules, and requirements.
• Maintain high standard by exhibiting excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple projects and responsibilities
• High level of initiative, effort, and commitment towards driving results for department and team.
• Ability to identify, analyze, and resolve issues while exhibiting good reason and judgement.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written), professional demeanor, and team building skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and participate in IP strategy discussions with senior stakeholders.
• Proven ability to recognize confidential, sensitive, and proprietary information and maintain such information as confidential.
• Self-motivated and capable of working both independently and as part of a team.
• High level of computer proficiency in Windows-based software and Microsoft Office Suite applications, Adobe Acrobat, U.S. Patent Office Electronic Filing System, and other internet research tools.

IV. PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT CHARACTERISTICS

The physical/mental demands are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an individual would encounter while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical/Mental Demands and Work Environment Characteristics:

Mental Demands:

Ability to organize/coordinate Comprehend and follow instructions

Problem Solve Analyze/Interpret data and information

Make decisions using sound judgment

Physical Demands:

Visual Acuity

Use keyboard/computer/phone

Environmental Characteristics:

Regular and predictable attendance

Travel: Minimal travel maybe required

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U.S. Base Pay Ranges and Benefits Information

The estimated annual base salary as a new hire for this position ranges from [$117,500 to $142,100]. Individual base pay depends on various factors such as applicant's education, experience, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. The salary may also be adjusted based on applicant's geographic location. Certain roles are eligible for additional incentive compensation, including merit increases, annual bonus, [and/or long-term incentives in the form of stock options.]

Additionally, Emergent offers a comprehensive benefits package*. Information regarding additional benefits can be found here: https://www.emergentbiosolutions.com/careers/life-at-emergent

(*Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies).

If you are selected for an interview, please feel welcome to speak to a Human Resources Partner about our compensation philosophy and available benefits.

There are physical/mental demands and work environment characteristics that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. This information is available upon request from the candidate.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform all essential functions.

Emergent BioSolutions is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and values the diversity of our workforce. Emergent does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital status, physical or mental disability, military service or veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

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