IP Paralegal
- Hiring from
- United States
- Work type
- Hybrid
- Posted
- Sep 27, 2026
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Working for the Purdue Research Foundation offers a dynamic and innovative environment where you can be at the forefront of groundbreaking research and technological advancements. As a member of this organization, you'll have the opportunity to collaborate with brilliant minds and contribute to cutting-edge projects that have the potential to shape the future in various fields. The Foundation's commitment to driving innovation and entrepreneurship provides a stimulating and supportive workplace culture. Additionally, you'll have access to state-of-the-art resources and a network of professionals dedicated to advancing knowledge and technology. Working for the Purdue Research Foundation means being part of a team that's actively driving progress and making a lasting impact on the world. Are you ready to change the world with us?
*Candidates must live within a reasonable driving distance of West Lafayette, Indiana for in-person attendance, as required*
*Candidates must live within a reasonable driving distance of West Lafayette, Indiana for in-person attendance, as required*
Responsibilities
- Create new patent prosecution matters and manage intellectual property (IP) details.
- Draft IP prosecution documents for attorney review/revision.
- Complete and submit USPTO/EFS regular forms for patent application filing and prosecution.
- Prioritize, route, and follow up on incoming IP correspondences.
- Patent Coordination
- Monitor and clear IP deadlines.
- Review file history and maintain accuracy.
- Entering, tracking, and communicating IP information.
- Utilize computer database tools to track and forecast next step actions.
- Scan and link documents to database.
- Close and archive files.
- Clean up database, including population of past documents.
- Prepare and issue weekly docket.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
- Broad-based intellectual property background.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Exceptional organizational skills, along with the ability to complete tasks in an accurate and timely manner despite numerous conflicting priorities and deadlines.
- Ability to independently and efficiently prioritize workflow and maintain an organized task schedule.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
Required Education, Experience and Benefits Summary
- Associate’s degree, Paralegal or equivalent experience/education.
- Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
- IP docketing experience a plus; docketing trainability required.
- An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
- A minimum of three years of professional experience, preferably in a law firm.
- Extensive experience with the USPTO’s online patent and trademark tools, including Private PAIR and EFS-Web.
Benefits Summary for eligible employees:
- 10 paid holidays per year.
- Accrue up to 22 vacation days a year.
- Traditional pre-tax 403(b) and Roth retirement plans available.
- 10% employer contribution to your retirement plan and immediate vesting.
- Health Savings Account- earn up to $700 annually towards medical expenses.
- Employer funded Preventative Dental and Vision insurance.
- Tuition discounts on eligible programs at Purdue University and Purdue Global for qualified employees, spouses, and dependents.