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We don’t just build technology. We build hope for everyone dealing with Cancer.
At Elekta, we believe every individual deserves access to the best cancer care. That’s why we’re committed to developing innovative solutions that make precision radiation therapy and radiosurgery more effective, efficient, and accessible. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact, we invite you to bring your expertise and energy to our team.
What You’ll Do At Elekta:
The Patent Attorney will provide support and guidance on all matters related to IP, with support from Head of IP/Senior Patent Attorneys.
Responsibilities:
- Provide training to clients (e.g., engineering & product management) on IPR and related matters.
- Liaising with engineering & product management to understand and identify IP protection needs – to include identification of opportunities for patents, trademarks, designs, copyright and trade secrets.
- Invention harvesting and assessment of invention disclosures, IP filing strategies, prior art searching & review, drafting and prosecution of patent applications (some of which will be handled directly and the rest by outside counsel with oversight by Elekta Patent Attorney)
- Identifying and advising on potential third party IPR risk in line with Elekta’s IPR risk. management strategy, and working with a Senior member of the IPR team to manage any potential third party IPR infringement risk.
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What You’ll Bring:
- University education in science or engineering and part qualified as a Patent Attorney in a primary IPR country (for example Certificate of IP or UK foundation exams – or equivalent)
- 1-3 years post-qualification experience as a patent attorney in-house or in private practice
- Competent in patent drafting/prosecution/oppositions (direct/indirect)/infringement & validity opinions
- Adept at the use of Microsoft Office products
- Superb oral and written communication skills
- Strong advocacy skills
- Strong scientific background and knowledge
- Sound knowledge of IP law globally
What You’ll Get:
In this role, you will work for a higher purpose; hope for everyone dealing with cancer, and for everyone regardless of where in the world, to have access to the best cancer care. In addition to this, Elekta offers a range of benefits.
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- Work Pattern (you are required to work from the Crawley HQ 4 days a week with 1-day WFH)
- Up to 25 paid vacation days (plus bank holidays)
- Holiday Purchase Scheme
- Private Medical Insurance
- Attractive Employer Pension Contribution Package
- Cycle to work scheme
- Life Assurance
- Onsite subsidized restaurant, offering budget-friendly dining
- Love electric (Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme)
Hiring process:
We are looking forward to hearing from you! Apply by submitting your application and résumé in English, via the “Apply” button.
For questions, please contact the Talent Acquisition Partner responsible, jessica.banfield@elekta.com. We do not accept applications through e-mail.
We are an equal opportunity employer
We are an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to age, race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
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