Legal IP Counsel, Director

As a Legal Counsel IP Director , supporting the Vision Care Franchise, you will be trusted to work on ophthalmic materials from our Fort Worth, TX location.

In this role, a typical day will include:

• Collaborating with internal clients, including senior management, on patentability, enforcement, validity, freedom-to-operate, and IP strategy.
• Identifying and leading IP opportunities and risks related to new product development.
• Leading and supporting IP collection projects, patent committees, and training sessions.
• Mining for, preparing, and prosecuting patent applications.
• Providing legal counsel and support for BD&L, litigation, and development activities.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING TO ALCON:

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school +18 yrs; Assoc.+14 yrs; M.S.+7 yrs; PhD+3 yrs)
• The ability to fluently read, write, understand, and communicate in English.
• 10 Years of validated experience, 5 years confirmed ability prosecuting and handling patent matters.
• Member of a state bar in good standing.
• Registered to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office.
• Expertise in patent laws and procedures (including IPRs and oppositions before the EPO), patent scope analysis, patent drafting and prosecution, and patent portfolio strategy.

HOW YOU CAN THRIVE AT ALCON:

• Benefit from a growing, innovative environment.
• Sharpen your current skills and gain exposure within different areas of the business.
• Join Alcon's mission to provide outstanding, innovative products and solutions to improve sight and improve lives!
• Relocation assistance: Yes
• Sponsorship available: No