What are the responsibilities and job description for the Junior Patent Agent position at Lennox?
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WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Compensation : This is a salaried exempt role. The starting salary range for this role and market is between $103,000-$135,450 annually. Factors that may affect starting salary include geography/market and the skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. Employees in this role are also eligible for an annual bonus in accordance with the terms of the Company’s applicable plan. Employees in this role are not eligible for overtime.
Benefits : Subject to applicable eligibility requirements, the following benefits are offered for this role: tuition reimbursement; medical, dental, and vision insurance; prescription drug coverage; 401(k) retirement plan; short-term disability insurance; 8 weeks paid birthing leave; 2 weeks paid bonding leave; life and long-term disability insurance.
Depending on date of hire, and subject to applicable eligibility requirements, new employees in this role also receive up to: 12 days paid time off, 2 paid well-being days, 1 paid volunteer day, 12 paid holidays, and 3 floating holidays per year.
Our Culture : At Lennox, our Core Values of Integrity, Respect & Excellence are ingrained in the fabric of the organization. They define our culture – which is about how we do business and how we treat others. Lennox is not just a workplace; we are a global community that values each team member’s contributions. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to recruit, develop, and retain talented individuals from a wide range of backgrounds, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to succeed and contribute to our continued growth and success. At Lennox, you’ll take pride in our brands, knowing you are part of something special. Come, stay, and grow with us!
Disclaimers: The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Lennox reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.
Position Summary
- Draft and prosecute patent applications in accordance with U.S. and foreign patent laws and regulations.
- Assist with patentability searches and provide opinions on patentability and freedom-to-operate matters.
- Collaborate with inventors, engineers, and other stakeholders to identify and capture new inventions.
- Provide intellectual property support for commercial contracts.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
- Requires bachelor's degree in a relevant technical field, such as engineering or computer science, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Requires at least 5 years related experience.
- Prefer experience as a Patent Agent, including drafting and prosecuting patent applications.
- Strong understanding of U.S. and foreign patent laws and regulations.
- Proven track record of drafting and prosecuting patent applications across various technology fields.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong analytical and problem- solving skills.
- Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy in work.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
- Docketing and maintenance experience a plus.
Compensation : This is a salaried exempt role. The starting salary range for this role and market is between $103,000-$135,450 annually. Factors that may affect starting salary include geography/market and the skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. Employees in this role are also eligible for an annual bonus in accordance with the terms of the Company’s applicable plan. Employees in this role are not eligible for overtime.
Benefits : Subject to applicable eligibility requirements, the following benefits are offered for this role: tuition reimbursement; medical, dental, and vision insurance; prescription drug coverage; 401(k) retirement plan; short-term disability insurance; 8 weeks paid birthing leave; 2 weeks paid bonding leave; life and long-term disability insurance.
Depending on date of hire, and subject to applicable eligibility requirements, new employees in this role also receive up to: 12 days paid time off, 2 paid well-being days, 1 paid volunteer day, 12 paid holidays, and 3 floating holidays per year.
Our Culture : At Lennox, our Core Values of Integrity, Respect & Excellence are ingrained in the fabric of the organization. They define our culture – which is about how we do business and how we treat others. Lennox is not just a workplace; we are a global community that values each team member’s contributions. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to recruit, develop, and retain talented individuals from a wide range of backgrounds, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to succeed and contribute to our continued growth and success. At Lennox, you’ll take pride in our brands, knowing you are part of something special. Come, stay, and grow with us!
Disclaimers: The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Lennox reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.
Salary : $103,000 - $135,450