IP Project Manager

Ahlstrom Nonwovens • Kaukauna, WI

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About The Position

The IP Project Manager will oversee various intellectual property projects, including patent filing and annuity payment projects, while providing technical assistance in managing IP-related matters. This role requires strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment, ensuring timely evaluations and communications.

Requirements

• MS with at least 3 years of industrial experience or PhD in a relevant technical field
• Currently authorized to work in the US
• Training or experience in patent and invention disclosure matters is a plus
• Ability to handle multiple projects and bring them to completion
• High level of motivation and drive to resolve technical matters
• Strong attention to detail and ability to set priorities under pressure
• Strong analytical capability and technical capacity
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Project management experience
• Knowledge of US patent law and procedures is a plus
• Ability to manage data and work with IT systems for data management
• High level of initiative and ownership of assigned tasks
• Strong knowledge and experience with MS Word and Excel
• Ability to work with confidential information
• Strong problem-solving skills

Nice To Haves

• Training or experience in patent and invention disclosure matters
• Knowledge of US patent law and procedures

Responsibilities

• Managing IP projects such as patent filing and prosecution with outside counsel
• Tracking and reviewing invention disclosures for technical content and ensuring timely evaluations for patent filings
• Collecting and synthesizing technical information
• Conducting analysis of technical information and providing summary reports for patentability, freedom to operate, and patent invalidity analysis
• Writing and communicating clear instructions for finding prior grades for patent invalidation
• Managing annuity payment projects for the patent portfolio
• Planning and providing clear instructions for conducting technical lab work
• Working with Order Plan and other internal systems to investigate grade history and collect technical evidence for legal cases
• Supporting patent prosecution and invalidation work with external lawyers by providing technical subject matter support and analysis
• Preparing and maintaining documents to support operational needs
• Creating electronic and physical files, ensuring timely communication and filing
• Maintaining database and filing systems, both physical and electronic
• Ensuring compliance with Ahlstrom Information Security policies when handling information and using information systems

Benefits

• Equal opportunities for all employees
• Commitment to a safe and inclusive work environment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Textile Mills
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees