Intellectual Property Attorney
Cargill’s size and scale allows us to make a positive impact in the world. Our purpose is to nourish the world in a safe, responsible and sustainable way. We are a family company providing food, ingredients, agricultural solutions and industrial products that are vital for living. We connect farmers with markets so they can prosper. We connect customers with ingredients so they can make meals people love. And we connect families with daily essentials — from eggs to edible oils, salt to skincare, feed to alternative fuel. Our 160,000 colleagues, operating in 70 countries, make essential products that touch billions of lives each day. Join us and reach your higher purpose at Cargill.
Job Purpose and Impact
The Intellectual Property Attorney will handle the intellectual property affairs for the company with collaboration from senior lawyers. In this role, you will responsible for managing a significant patent portfolio and for advising and representing the organization on legal issues primarily concerning patent and trade secret matters
Key Accountabilities
- Work with patent agent team to evaluate invention submissions, prepare and prosecute patent applications and manage global patent portfolios.
- Coordinate general IP activities, assist with patent due diligence, develop IP strategies and provide intellectual property and commercial counseling to business stakeholders.
- Provide legal advice on the patentability of inventions and patent freedom to operate.
- Support intellectual property litigation and dispute resolutions.
- Draft and negotiate intellectual property related agreements and support mergers and acquisition activities.
- Develop, coordinate and provide training for key employees on intellectual property matters.
- You will serve as an expert in your field and work with limited direction, using additional research and interpretation to identify issues/problems. You may provide direction to other team members and will be expected to be a key contributor and active team member.
- Be a true business partner, delivering clear and pragmatic advice, with timely and impactful solutions.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in a technical or scientific field,
- Juris doctor and licensed to practice law in current jurisdiction and an ability and willingness to be licensed in Minnesota and registration to practice in front of U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
- Minimum of four years of experience preparing and prosecuting patent applications
- Minimum of six years of related work experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Excellent academic track record
Master’s degree, doctoral degree, or equivalent experience in chemistry, chemical engineering, materials science, biochemistry, food science, or a related field
- Excellent communication, advocacy and drafting skills
- Ability to problem solve using a creative, resilient and flexible style and approach
- Ability to effectively handle conflict and apply judgment in counseling
- Confirmed ability to assess and handle risk
Minnesota Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 48 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law
Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Vet.
The expected salary for this position is $156,000-215,000. Compensation varies depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to the specific location, certifications, education, and level of experience. The disclosed range estimate may be adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. This position is eligible for a discretionary incentive award. The incentive award amount is dependent upon company performance and your personal performance.
At Cargill we put people first. As part of your overall rewards, we offer a comprehensive benefit program including medical and/or other benefits dependent on the position offered and hours worked. Visit: https://www.cargill.com/page/my-health/mh-health-and-wellnessto learn more (subject to certain collective bargaining agreements for Union positions) .
"Minnesota Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 48 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law"
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