Paralegal – Research Innovation

Job Description:

• Provides paralegal support to patent counsel in the preparation, filing, prosecution, and maintenance of intellectual property, including domestic and international patent applications.
• Drafts and prepares routine patent prosecution documents, forms, correspondence, and supporting materials under attorney supervision.
• Performs executive administrative tasks for the department including legal agreements, service contracts, and billing.
• Coordinates patent filings with outside counsel and government agencies, including tracking deadlines, docketing, and compliance requirements.
• Maintains and manages intellectual property records, databases, and files to ensure accuracy, completeness, and confidentiality.
• Assists with monitoring patent deadlines, renewals, and maintenance activities to ensure institutional compliance.

Short Job Description:

• Some college coursework from an accredited institution.
• Two years' relevant experience.
• Experience providing administrative or paralegal support in a professional office environment, with exposure to legal, compliance, or policy-related work.
• Demonstrated ability to manage confidential information, organize documentation, and support multiple priorities.