Specialist Patents

Your areas of responsibilities:

Offer specialist advice on all patent-related matters Offer guidance on German, European and foreign utility patents and design patents  Evaluate inventions and prepare applications for German, EU and foreign patents Collaborate with inventors to support the development of strategic intellectual property Develop and finalize product-clearance plans by conducting thorough research on existing patents Provide comprehensive advice on potential patent infringements, ensuring adherence to legal standards Support to conduct investigations on patent infringements and to take necessary actions in patent disputes Collaborate with cross-functional teams including R&D, Project Management, Quality Management, Design, Procurement, and Legal departments Participate in product development meetings to identify and capture inventions at an early stage Conduct inventor workshops to support development steps and strategic intellectual property creation Engage with external lawyers to facilitate legal aspects of patent-related activities

Your profile of qualification:

Technical studies (Mechanical Engineer, Physics, or comparable) with further education or experience in patents First hands-on experience in patent-related fields, including patent applications and enforcement actions is an asset Ability to prioritize tasks effectively Strong analytical skills and a well-organized work approach In-depth understanding of technical and academic procedures and processes Excellent written and oral communication skills Proficient in MS-Office applications Fluent in English (written and oral) Good proficiency in the German language

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