Paralegal, Intellectual Property (IP)

IonQ is developing the world's most powerful full-stack quantum computer based on trapped-ion technology. We are pushing past the limits of classical physics and current supercomputing technology to unlock a new era of computing. Quantum computing has the potential to impact every area of human society for the better. IonQ’s computers will soon redefine industries like medicine, materials science, finance, artificial intelligence, machine learning, cryptography, and more. IonQ is at the forefront of this technological revolution.

The IP Legal team is looking for an Intellectual Property (IP) Paralegal to assist with protecting and leveraging the company’s IP. The IP Paralegal will primarily be responsible for docketing, tracking, and monitoring patent portfolio activities, data entry into respective patent and trademark tracking and docketing software systems, assisting with preparation and completion of IP documents and forms, tracking patent procedural requirements, timelines, and bar dates, and assisting in monitoring IP budget. This position will report to the Patent Director and will collaborate closely with technologists and legal counsel.

Responsibilities

• Supporting IP Counsels on IP docketing, management, licensing and transactional matters
• Serving as a primary point of contact for IP and portfolio management tools (e.g., IP registration, docketing, licensing, and reporting).
• Managing maintenance fee/annuities
• Assisting IP counsel with managing outside counsel handled patent/trademark filings
• Supporting IP counsel on transactional matters, including IP licensing administration and management
• Administering internal IP related databases and using them to generate, schedule, and automate reports for metrics, budgets, and dashboards
• Collaborating with business partners to provide requested information regarding matters in IP portfolio
• Working on trademark renewals and use declarations, specimen collection
• Performing preliminary trademark searches using US, EP, and Int’l databases
• Collaborating with and providing general support for patent and trademark activities to assigned IP counsel
• Setting up matters in IP management software and billing systems
• Supporting recurring metrics and reporting
• Developing and maintaining standard operating procedures and training materials for users of electronic IP management tools

You’d be a good fit:

• At least 7+ years of relevant experience (corporate legal department preferred)
• Expertise in Microsoft Office software (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel), SharePoint (or equivalent), and document review platforms
• Expertise in IP docketing policies and procedures, IP management software, and IP licensing practices
• Experience using complex electronic databases, such as electronic docketing systems (e.g., Foundation IP or equivalent)
• Strong written and oral communication skills, with the ability to express complex ideas clearly to various audiences across a large organization
• Familiarity with USPTO procedures
• Ability to execute tasks and projects independently
• Demonstrated ability to build and foster effective, collaborative relationships with others

You’d be a great fit with:

• Proactively identify and solve problems independently
• Manage competing priorities to complete work reliably in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrate excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills
• Work comfortably with technology
• Consistently show strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Location: This position can work onsite or hybrid from one of our offices (College Park, MD, Bothell, WA) will consider remote.
Travel: Up to 5%
Job ID: 1338

The approximate base salary range for this position is $111,692 - $145,649. The total compensation package includes base, bonus, and equity.