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Aston Carter Patent Specialist in Chicago, Illinois
Job Title: Patent Specialist
Job Description: Our client is seeking a Patent Specialist to handle the day-to-day operations for the VP. The main responsibility will be the upkeep of an existing portfolio of approximately 250-300 cases, organized in folders. The assistant will help maintain all files and add important dates to the calendar to keep track of upcoming deadlines.
This is a fully remote contract role with flexible hours.
Responsibilities:
Assist in the preparation and filing of patent applications, including gathering technical data and supporting documentation.
Help manage and maintain the company’s patent portfolio, tracking important deadlines and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.
Prepare and review basic patent-related documents, working with internal teams to gather necessary information.
Support communication between internal teams (R&D, legal, etc.) and external patent counsel.
Assist with general IP administrative tasks, such as filing and updating records.
Must-Have Skills:
Basic understanding of patents
Legal administrative experience
Proficiency in Excel and MS Office Suite
Data management skills
Paralegal skills
Experience with filing system software, filing, and docketing
Nice-to-Have Skills:
Administrative support
Executive administrative assistance
Experience in life sciences or biotech
Additional Skills & Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree
Strong organizational and communication skills
Work Environment:
This person can work 100% remote.
About Aston Carter:
Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.
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