IP Legal Counsel

IP Legal CounselAt Alcon, we are driven by the meaningful work we do to help people see brilliantly. We innovate boldly, champion progress, and act with speed as the global leader in eye care. Here, you’ll be recognized for your commitment and contributions and see your career like never before. Together, we go above and beyond to make an impact in the lives of our patients and customers.We foster an inclusive culture and are looking for diverse, talented people to join Alcon. As IP Counsel supporting our Legal and Compliance team, you will be trusted to work on intellectual property matters related to medical devices and manufacturing technologies inour Fort Worth, TX office.In this role, a typical day will include: Manage invention disclosures, including collecting and screening disclosures, conducting inventor interviews, presenting disclosures at patent committee meetings, and making recommendationsPrepare, prosecute, and manage a global patent portfolio, including direct preparation and prosecution of patent applications before the USPTO and managing outside counsel in the US and abroadConduct due diligence and freedom-to-operate assessments related to product development, M&A, and licensing activitiesConduct strategic assessments of competitor products and IP portfoliosCollaborate with cross-functional teams and counsel a variety of clients on IP and other legal issuesDraft, negotiate, and review IP-related agreementsProvide support on IP litigation and administrative patent proceedings, including reexaminations and oppositionsConduct internal training on IP issues and processesOccasional domestic or foreign travelWHAT YOU’LL BRING TO ALCON: Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school+15 yrs. Assoc.+11 yrs.; M.S.+4 yrs.; PhD+3 yrs.)The ability to fluently read, write, understand, and communicate in English7 Years of Relevant ExperienceADDITIONAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:Undergraduate or post-graduate degree in engineering discipline, with strong academic performanceJuris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school, with strong academic performanceAdmission to at least one U.S. state bar and registration to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)4-7 years’ experience practicing patent law at a reputable law firmDemonstrated ability interact effectively with stakeholders and provide practical, business‑oriented legal advicePreferably, working knowledge of patent law in international jurisdictions and experience with patent conflicts, including reexaminations, EPO oppositions, and/or patent litigationHOW YOU CAN THRIVE AT ALCON:See your career like never before with focused growth and development opportunitiesJoin Alcon’s mission to provide outstanding, innovative products and solutions to improve sight, improve lives, and grow your career!Alcon provides robust benefits package including health, life, retirement, flexible time off for exempt associates, PTO for hourly associates, and much more!Alcon CareersSee your impact at alcon.com/careersATTENTION: Current Alcon Employee/Contingent WorkerIf you are currently an active employee/contingent worker at Alcon, please click the appropriate link below to apply on the Internal Career site.Find Jobs for EmployeesFind Jobs for Contingent WorkerALCON IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND PARTICIPATES IN E-VERIFYAlcon takes pride in maintaining an inclusive environment that values different perspectives and our policies are non-discriminatory in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Alcon is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an email to and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.SummaryLocation: Fort Worth, TexasType: Full time