Job Description

We are a fast-growing and dynamic organization seeking a Patent & Trademark Paralegal I to join our Legal team. The Patent & Trademark Paralegal I will provide paralegal support to the IP attorney(s) within the Omeros Legal Department in preparing, filing, prosecuting and maintaining Omeros' portfolio of US and foreign patents and trademarks. Assist more senior paralegals with intellectual property-related tasks, as assigned.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Prepare and file documents with the USPTO, including responses to Office Actions, Restriction Requirements, Notices of Allowance, Terminal Disclaimers, Information Disclosure Statements, Requests for Correction, Assignments, and Declarations under the direction of a more senior paralegal or attorney.
• Prepare Inventor Assignment of Rights and Declaration documents and obtain inventor signatures, notarized as required, and file with the U.S. Patent Office; assist with document legalization procedures as directed by a more senior paralegal.
• Catalog prior art documents cited in US and foreign patent applications, determine with patent counsel the relevance to related applications and previously cited prior art, and prepare cross-citations in related US applications and certain foreign applications, under the direction of a more senior paralegal or attorney
• Prepare documents and instruction letters for patent filings and patent prosecution in foreign countries, and following up with Foreign Associates, under the direction of a more senior paralegal or attorney
• Regularly monitor US Patent office web site for status of Omeros patent applications
• Process incoming patent and trademark documents, correspondence, and original Letters Patent, including maintaining and archiving onsite files
• Monitor and conduct internet searches for potential trademark infringement
• Process trademark watch service reports
• Assist more senior paralegals in processing invoices

Education, Experience, Skills, and Knowledge Required:

• Bachelor's degree from four-year college
• Two or more years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Preferred qualification: Registered notary (can be obtained after hire)

Behavioral Competencies Required:

• Excellent writing and verbal skills and the ability to communicate clearly, concisely and effectively
• Proficient with software applications including Acrobat, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Previous experience with CPi a plus, but not required.
• Must possess excellent interpersonal skills.
• Must have the ability to build and maintain positive relationships with management, peers and subordinates.
• Must have integrity.
• Must display strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve quality.
• Must have excellent research skills, be organized and efficient, and handle multiple priorities effectively.

Compensation and Benefits:

Omeros is proud to offer a competitive total compensation package designed to support the lives of our employees and their families. The wage scale for this role is $38.00 /hour to $45.00 /hour. Salaries will be determined based on knowledge, skills, education, and experience relevant to the role. Employees are offered medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and a 401(k) plan with a company match. Employees accrue three weeks of vacation and 80 hours of sick time on an annual basis and receive twelve paid holidays throughout the calendar year. This position is eligible for incentive and stock options. To learn more about Omeros, please visit www.omeros.com.

Physical Demands Required:

• Intermittent physical activity including bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, or lifting up to 20 lbs.
• May encounter prolonged periods of sitting or standing

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.