Patent Docket Specialist

Laboratory Animal Management Association

Rahway, NJ, USA
Base: $87,300.00 - $137,400.00; bonus/equity: annu...
Hybrid (3 days in-office, 2 days remote)
Patent docketing experience in law firm or in-house
Knowledge of us and foreign patent prosecution principles
Proficiency with uspto private pair and epas databases
The Laboratory Animal Management Association is seeking a Patent Docket Specialist in Rahway, NJ, to manage patent prosecution activities in compliance with U.S. and international patent law. The ideal candidate will have at least three years of patent docketing experience and strong organizational skills, with a hybrid work schedule that combines in-office and remote work

Job Summary

  • The primary responsibility is to ensure all patent prosecution activities are accurately and timely entered into the docketing system in accordance with U.S. and international patent law.
  • This position offers a flexible hybrid office schedule based in Rahway, NJ, requiring three days in-office and two days remote.
  • The successful candidate will be eligible for an annual bonus, long-term incentives, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

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The Laboratory Animal Management Association is seeking a Patent Docket Specialist in Rahway, NJ, to manage patent prosecution activities in compliance with U.S. and international patent law. The ideal candidate will have at least three years of patent docketing experience and strong organizational skills, with a hybrid work schedule that combines in-office and remote work.

Salary

Base: $87,300.00 - $137,400.00; Bonus/Equity: Annual bonus and long-term incentive eligible; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid holidays, vacation

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Patent docketing experience in law firm or in-house
  • Knowledge of US and foreign patent prosecution principles
  • Proficiency with USPTO Private PAIR and EPAS databases
  • Ability to manage high-volume deadlines accurately
  • Experience with global IP portfolios

Nice-to-have

  • Support for pharmaceutical or biotechnology patent prosecution
  • Experience with Clarivate TIPMS or IPManager systems
  • Strong interpersonal skills and team collaboration
  • Resilience in fast-paced high-volume environments
  • Proactive approach to operational excellence initiatives

Key Requirements

  • Minimum of three years of patent docketing experience
  • High School degree required; Associate degree or Paralegal certificate preferred
  • No visa sponsorship available

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