Patent Manager – Center for Technology Transfer and Enterprise Creation - OVPR

Carnegie Mellon University is a private, global research university that stands among the world’s most renowned education institutions. With ground-breaking brain science, path-breaking performances, creative start-ups, big data, big ambitions, hands-on learning, and a whole lot of robots, CMU doesn’t imagine the future, we invent it. If you’re passionate about joining a community that challenges the curious to deliver work that matters, your journey starts here!

The Office of the Vice President for Research (OVPR) has responsibility for nurturing interdisciplinary research initiatives at one of the nation's leading research institutions.  OVPR provides overall research administration and policy for all colleges and schools, as well as the university's more than 100 centers and institutes.  Working closely with deans, department heads, faculty, students and staff, the office provides an innovative and supportive research environment that spans all disciplines and campuses and assures that research activities are planned and conducted in accordance with regulations and University policy. 

The Center for Technology Transfer and Enterprise Creation (CTTEC) within OVPR is seeking a Patent Manager to join the team! The Patent Manager provides critical support to the department with respect to tracking and managing CMU’s IP portfolio. This role will support the Director of Intellectual Property and Operations and Licensing Managers with regard to the patent prosecution process, including but not limited to drafting confidential correspondence to inventors and counsel, and preparing materials related to patent prosecution.

Core Responsibilities:

• Coordinating the patent prosecution process by assisting Licensing Managers in meeting law firm deadlines, providing docket reports, and leading all aspects of correspondence between inventors, licensing managers, and patent prosecution counsel.
• Providing support to the Director of Intellectual Property and Operations and Licensing Managers regarding the patent prosecution process, including but not limited to drafting confidential correspondence to inventors and counsel, preparing materials related to patent prosecution, and submitting provisional patent applications to the USPTO.
• Reporting original patent documents to inventors.
• Managing the payment of maintenance and annuity fees for the patent portfolio, including preparing reports for the licensing managers, and providing our outside provider with payment instructions on a quarterly basis.
• Obtaining signatures from CMU personnel on Declarations, Patent Assignments, and Powers of Attorney.
• Working in conjunction with the Database Analyst to maintain detailed and accurate information regarding patent matters in the CTTEC database and ensuring that all patent matters are related to the correct invention records.
• Adding new patent applications to the CTTEC database and keeping the records updated throughout patent prosecution.
• Intake of billing from patent counsel, coordinating review and approval of bills and attribution of charges to corresponding patent matters.
• Monitoring and managing the patent correspondence e-mail account.
• Working with the Sponsor Compliance Manager to ensure proper reporting of federally funded patent applications to government agencies.

Adaptability, excellence, and passion are vital qualities within Carnegie Mellon University.  We are in search of a team member who can effectively interact with a varied population of internal and external partners at a high level of integrity. We are looking for someone who shares our values and who will support the mission of the university through their work.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree required. Master’s Degree preferred.
• 5-8 years of relevant work experience.
• Paralegal Certificate (ABA) preferred.
• A combination of education and relevant experience from which comparable knowledge is demonstrated may be considered.

Requirements:

• Successful background check

Joining the CMU team opens the door to an array of exceptional benefits.

Benefits eligible employees enjoy a wide array of benefits including comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous retirement savings program with employer contributions. Unlock your potential with tuition benefits, take well-deserved breaks with ample paid time off and observed holidays, and rest easy with life and accidental death and disability insurance. 

Additional perks include a free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass, access to our Family Concierge Team to help navigate childcare needs, fitness center access, and much more!

For a comprehensive overview of the benefits available, explore our Benefits page.

At Carnegie Mellon, we value the whole package when extending offers of employment. Beyond credentials, we evaluate the role and responsibilities, your valuable work experience, and the knowledge gained through education and training. We appreciate your unique skills and the perspective you bring. Your journey with us is about more than just a job; it’s about finding the perfect fit for your professional growth and personal aspirations.

Are you interested in an exciting opportunity with an exceptional organization?! Apply today!

Location

Pittsburgh, PA

Job Function

Technology Transfer

Position Type

Staff – Regular

Full Time/Part time

Full time

Pay Basis

Salary

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