Patent Paralegal II

Good things are happening at Omeros!

Come join our Corporate Patents Team!

Assist patent attorneys within the Omeros Legal Department in filing and prosecuting large international patent portfolio.

Who is Omeros?

Omeros is a commercial-stage biopharmaceutical company committed to discovering, developing and commercializing small-molecule and protein therapeutics for large-market as well as orphan indications targeting inflammation, complement-mediated diseases and disorders of the central nervous system.

The company's drug product OMIDRIA® (phenylephrine and ketorolac intraocular solution) 1% / 0.3% is marketed in the U.S. for use during cataract surgery or intraocular lens (IOL) replacement to maintain pupil size by preventing intraoperative miosis (pupil constriction) and to reduce postoperative ocular pain. In the European Union, the European Commission has approved OMIDRIA for use in cataract surgery and other IOL replacement procedures to maintain mydriasis (pupil dilation), prevent miosis (pupil constriction), and to reduce postoperative eye pain.

Omeros has multiple Phase 3 and Phase 2 clinical-stage development programs focused on: complement-associated thrombotic microangiopathies; complement-mediated glomerulonephropathies; Huntington's disease and cognitive impairment; and addictive and compulsive disorders. In addition, Omeros has a diverse group of preclinical programs and a proprietary G protein-coupled receptor (GPCR) platform through which it controls 54 new GPCR drug targets and corresponding compounds, a number of which are in preclinical development. The company also exclusively possesses a novel antibody-generating platform

What are your job responsibilities?

• Responsible for all aspects of maintaining a docket tracking patent and trademark due dates and status

• Prepare and file documents with the USPTO, independently and after preparation by an attorney, including responses to Office Actions, Restriction Requirements, Notices of Allowance, Terminal Disclaimers, Information Disclosure Statements, filing new patent application, Petitions, Requests for Correction, Assignments, and trademark application and registration documents, and track and coordinate payment of Patent Maintenance Fees

• Prepare and file documents under the Patent Cooperation treaty, including new applications, General Powers of Attorney, Assignments, Response to Invitation to Correct Defects

• Prepare documents and instruction letters for filing patents in foreign countries, following up with Foreign Associates

• Secure execution and legalization of formal documents associated with U.S. and foreign patent filings

• Research and determine proper USPTO procedure concerning non-standard petitions and foreign filing formalities

• Responsible for foreign patent renewal/maintenance fees and maintaining Foreign Maintenance Fee Schedule, Foreign Disclosure Chart and transmitting Prior Art for submission to respective foreign patent offices

• Maintain Patent Family Flowcharts

• Create and maintain patent prosecution procedures

• Regularly monitor US Patent office web site for status of Omeros patent applications

• Supporting attorneys with Trademark registration submissions, including filing new applications, extension requests, requests to divide, notices of allowance and oppositions

• Assist in tracking expense accruals

• Bachelor's degree from four-year college; four or more years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

• Excellent writing and verbal skills and the ability to communicate clearly, concisely and effectively

• Proficient with relevant software and database applications

• Knowledge of 37 Code of Federal Regulations, Manual of Patent Examination Procedure and PCT Applicant's Guide

• Must display strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Must have excellent research skills, be organized and efficient and handle multiple priorities effectively

• Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve quality

Behavioral Competencies Required:

• Must possess excellent interpersonal skills

• Must have the ability to build and maintain positive relationships with management, peers and subordinates

• Must have integrity

• Intermittent physical activity including bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, or lifting up to 40 lbs

• May encounter prolonged periods of sitting

Omeros is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to status as a protected veteran or a qualified individual with a disability, or other protected status such as race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, marital status, or any other factor determined to be unlawful by federal, state, or local statutes.

It is our policy to provide reasonable accommodation to anyone with a disability who needs assistance completing the job application process. If you need assistance, you can either send an e-mail to hr@omeros.com or contact Omeros, asking for Human Resources, at (206) 676-5000.