Manager, Patent

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for management of Universal's patent program for its worldwide theme park business. Duties include interfacing with Universal leadership and counsel to coordinate and support filing and prosecution of patents, protection of Universal's patent portfolio, and patent clearance of Universal activities. The Manager will partner with teams across Universal's theme park businesses in fostering, capturing, and protecting innovation, and will work with Universal Legal on navigating technology related IP risks and opportunities.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

* Manage and direct the drafting, filing, prosecution, and maintenance of U.S. and non-U.S. patents by outside counsel to obtain high quality patents aligned with Universal's patent program strategy. Draft patent applications as needed.

* Partner with advanced technology, engineering, and design groups to develop patent strategies and pursue patents on critical systems/technologies.

* Manage invention harvesting and evaluation processes. Provide patentability analysis and guidance.

* Provide training and guidance to Universal teams regarding Universal's patent program, and technology-related IP and compliance issues.

* Monitor third party patents and commercial activity that may impact Universal. Support enforcement investigations and actions as needed. Support the review and analysis of Universal's commercial activities to support clearance of patent infringement risks as needed.

* Manage Universal's patent program docketing to ensure timely filing of applications, responses to patent office actions, and payment of maintenance fees for Universal's patent portfolio.

* Understand and actively participate in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UO policy, procedures, training and team member involvement activities.

* Performs other duties as assigned.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.

EDUCATION

Bachelor's degree in engineering or other relevant technical area required (Mechanical or Electrical preferred; others considered). J.D. preferred. US Patent Bar required. Member of a state bar preferred.

EXPERIENCE

4-7 years relevant patent preparation and prosecution experience in a law firm or in-house. Experience at US Patent and Trademark Office will be considered. Engineering experience preferred.

Your talent, skills and experience will be rewarded with a competitive compensation package.

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