+--------------------------------------------------------------------------+ | ABOUT DERMTECH | | | | At DermTech, we believe there's a better way to assess skin conditions, | | and we're using innovation and technology to enhance precision | | dermatology.  We have developed proprietary processes that assess skin | | at the RNA and DNA level, to help clinicians better manage health | | conditions such as melanoma.  This is “precision dermatology,” which we | | believe brings a new era in assessing skin health. | | | | Our tests are based on our patented methods, using non-invasive skin | | sample collection that begins with using our Smart StickerTM to collect | | a sample from the skin's surface easily, accurately, and painlessly.  | | Samples are tested in our state-of-the-art laboratory, which analyzes | | that skin sample at the genomic level.  By pushing the boundaries in | | precision dermatology, we truly believe our technology can change the | | world.  We are seeking team members with the vision, passion, and | | creativity to do the same. | | | | SUMMARY | | | | The Patent Agent is a highly visible, key role within DermTech's Legal | | group, which provides an exciting opportunity to work closely with an | | in-house legal team and scientists. Candidates applying for this | | position should have excellent written and verbal communications skills, | | be creative, organized, and a strong team player. | | | | The Patent Agent role has diverse responsibilities including U.S. patent | | drafting, U.S. and foreign patent prosecution, patent administrative | | proceedings, IP portfolio strategy, invention development, inventor | | education, patentability, and landscape analysis.   | | | | Prepare and prosecute high quality patent applications. | | | | - U.S. and foreign patent prosecution. | | - Patent administrative proceedings. | | - IP portfolio strategy. | | - Patentability and landscape analysis. | | - Assess freedom-to-operate and counsel R&D colleagues. | | - Manage and improve processes for tracking innovation and competitor | | IP activity | | - Advise colleagues regarding IP-related issues, including technology | | transfer and legal and policy developments. | | - Support oppositions, post-grant challenges, licensing matters, | | and disputes. | | - Outstanding writing skills as demonstrated by original writing | | samples of patent applications, prosecution submissions, | | memorandums, and other communications. | | - Ability to work independently and proactively with | | minimal direction. | | - Strong organizational skills, keen attention to detail, and ability | | to prioritize projects and meet aggressive deadlines. | | | | EDUCATION | | | | - Advanced (M.S. or Ph.D.) degree with focus on microbiology, | | biochemistry, genetics, molecular biology, or similar disciplines. | | | | REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS | | | | - Admission to practice before the US Patent & Trademark Office. | | - Two (2) – Three (3) years of experience preparing and prosecuting | | patent applications. | | - Previous experience supporting biotechnology and/or life sciences | | practice groups or research and development teams | | - Writing samples will be requested. | | | | DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS | | | | - Experience in genetic analysis. | | - Experience in in-vitro clinical laboratory tests | | - Experience working in an in-house setting. | | - Post-graduate R&D laboratory experience for two (2) or more years. | | - Law firm experience is strongly preferred. | | | | ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: | | An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive | | consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, | | sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected | | veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of | | disability. | | | | If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a | | reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, | | please contact Talent Acquisition. | | DermTech is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for | | this employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to | | any employee at DermTech via-email, the Internet or in any form and/or | | method without a valid written search agreement in place for this | | position will be deemed the sole property of DermTech. No fee will be | | paid in the event the candidate is hired by DermTech as a result of the | | referral or through other means. | | | | The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and | | level of work assigned with this job. They are not intended to be an | | exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. | +--------------------------------------------------------------------------+