Patent Law Agent Trainee/Patent Lawyer Trainee

Norbord is hiring a Patent Agent Trainee Chem./Mechanical Engineer or Chemist or Patent Lawyer that has 2+ years' experience in patent filing and patent searches. The Trainee will draft and prosecute patent applications, conduct patent searches and assist in the preparation of patentability opinions.

This is a part-time, contract position (8 hours/week) and is based in our Montreal location.

Accountabilities:

• Drafting Canadian and US patent applications
• Conducting patentability searches
• Managing intellectual property (IP) portfolios
• Leading the IP strategy
• All other matters as required

Qualifications/Knowledge:

• Have experience with patents and intellectual property; in particular the ability to understand and explain claims
• Conducting pre-screen (preliminary) searches in Canada, the US and internationally on CIPO, USPTO and international trademark databases, as well as internet searches to find existing technologies
• Excellent command of English, with excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to explain complex technical information clearly and have good analytical skills
• A bachelor's degree in chemistry, chemical or mechanical engineering
• A team player with excellent interpersonal skills

   

Patent Law

2 years