Paralegal

Syngenta Group•Durham, NC

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Syngenta is seeking a detail-oriented Paralegal to join its team in Durham, North Carolina. The role supports patent attorneys, agents, and inventors in preparing, filing, and prosecuting patent applications in the United States and internationally. The Paralegal helps ensure intellectual property is protected accurately and efficiently in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree, Paralegal Certification, or equivalent significant experience in a related field.
3–5 years of relevant professional experience, including hands-on patent prosecution experience.
Familiarity with U.S. and international patent filing procedures, patent procurement, prosecution, maintenance, and related documentation.
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and other Microsoft Office applications.
Exceptional organizational, analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and a demanding caseload.
Ability to exercise sound judgment, maintain confidentiality, deliver excellent service, and work effectively independently and collaboratively.
Eligibility to work in the United States.
Internal applicants must have at least 2 years in their current position.

Nice To Haves

Experience with patent docket administration, including tracking deadlines and maintaining accurate case records.

Responsibilities

Prepare, review, and coordinate documentation required to file and prosecute U.S., international, and foreign patent applications.
File patent applications, responses, and supporting documents with the USPTO using electronic filing systems and applicable certification procedures.
Independently draft patent prosecution correspondence and documentation for attorney review, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely submission.
Collaborate with attorneys, patent agents, inventors, and external partners to facilitate patent filings and responses worldwide.
Monitor critical deadlines, maintain organized patent records, and provide backup support for patent docketing and database administration.
Support patent procurement, prosecution, and maintenance activities, as well as special projects, while managing competing priorities and maintaining confidentiality.