Job Description:
Introduction
At GAF, we cover more than buildings. We cover each other. No matter what role, tenure, or track, under this roof you are empowered to be there for your teammates, your customers, and especially your community. Under this roof, we don’t back down from hard work– we support one another in pursuit of something bigger. We define the future while leading the present. And under this roof, we own our opportunities.
Becoming the market leader only happens when everyone feels they have the opportunity, and the support, to thrive. We are GAF. And under this roof, we protect what matters most.
Summary
The candidate will work closely with the company’s patent counsel, patent paralegal, and R&D teams. Responsibilities include independent preparation and prosecution of patent applications and patentability, clearance, and landscape searching using patent databases such as PatSnap or Google Patents.
The candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in a science discipline, preferably chemical engineering, and registration as a Patent Agent with the USPTO. Candidate’s experience should include 3+ years in a law firm or company handling mechanical and chemical patent preparation and prosecution. Strong technological background and familiarity with building materials or consumer products is also preferred.
Essential Duties
Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
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Works closely with the company's patent counsel, patent paralegal, R&D team and USPTO patent examiners in the preparation and prosecution of patent applications.
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Drafts patent applications with clarity and technical accuracy.
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Prepares correspondence with the USPTO, including initial application filings, responses to Office Actions, and Information Disclosure Statements.
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Conducts patentability, clearance, and landscape searches using PatSnap or equivalent patent databases.
Under This Roof, We Require
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Bachelor of Science in engineering (preferably chemical engineering).
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5+ years of patent preparation and prosecution experience.
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Must have valid USPTO Registration Number.
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Must possess detailed knowledge of USPTO procedures.
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Familiarity with patent databases such as PatSnap and Google Patents.
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Demonstrated ability to work and cooperate effectively with others.
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Creative and technically accurate writing skills.
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Proven ability to organize and prioritize work in a dynamic environment.
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Desire to assist in patent litigation and post-grant proceedings, as needed.
Under This Roof, We Also Value
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Industry experience with building materials or consumer products is a plus.
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Prior engineering experience is preferred.
How We Protect What Matters Most
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We offer a wide range of health insurance options that include medical, dental, and vision for you and your family.
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Our Family-Building benefits support the many different journeys to fertility and parenthood.
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Our robust 401K plan includes an employer match contribution with your pre-tax and/or Roth contributions.
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Other exciting programs and perks are available to help employees achieve work-life balance, including (but not limited to) a wellness program, free financial coaching, a referral program, and product rebates when purchased for an employee’s primary residence.
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Professional growth and development are very important to us! We offer internal training programs and courses, as well as a generous tuition reimbursement program.
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We put diversity and inclusion into action with our Employee Resource Groups, which unite employees based on common perspectives, identities, demographic factors, or out of a desire to be an ally.
GAF complies with federal, state, and local disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR Services at 833-HR-XPERT.
We believe our employees are our greatest resource. We offer competitive salary, benefits, 401k, and vacation packages for all full time permanent positions. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and GAF, Standard Logistics, SGI, and Siplast are proud to be affirmative action employers. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. If applying for positions in the U.S., must be eligible to work in the U.S. without need for employer sponsored visa (work permit).
