Patent Agent - Chemical

About the role

The role is open for an experienced patent agent to join Koch’s integrated intellectual property team. The position can be based in Wichita, KS; Atlanta, GA; or Lisle, IL.

What You Will Do

• Partner with stakeholders to understand innovations and business objectives
• Develop, shape, and manage global patent portfolios, including overseeing outside counsel in the preparation of patent applications and efficiently managing a global patent docket
• Aid in competitive patent searches and risks assessments
• Support in-house counsel with patent enforcement, dispute resolution, and M&A due diligence
• Advance the IP team’s transformation through the execution of initiatives that optimize processes and advance the adoption of AI

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Registration to practice before the USPTO
• Undergraduate degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, materials science/engineering, metallurgical science/engineering, polymer science/engineering, or related field
• At least three years of patent drafting and prosecution experience in a law firm or corporate environment
• Proficiency with IP management systems and searching tools, such as Anaqua and Acclaim IP

What Will Put You Ahead

• Previous experience as an in-house patent practitioner
• Demonstrated experience developing and using AI tools for improving patent prosecution

Pay

$130,000 - $170,000 per year. This role is eligible for variable pay, issued as a monetary bonus or in another form.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts
• Life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement
• Paid vacation/time off, educational assistance
• May also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance

Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information.