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GitLaw, Inc.

$80.43 - $160.86/hr

Any intellectual property created by you in the course of performing your duties as a director will belong to the Company to the extent permitted by law. You agree to assist the Company in protecting ...

FLEXSYS America

Process Development Chemist

Akron, OH · On-site

Manage and collaborate closely with external contract research organizations (CROs) executing synthesis, process development, scale-up, and intellectual property development. ? Plan, direct, and ...

FLEXSYS

Process Development Chemist

Akron, OH · On-site

Manage and collaborate closely with external contract research organizations (CROs) executing synthesis, process development, scale-up, and intellectual property development. ? Plan, direct, and ...

Cincinnati Children's

Patent Manager

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

... direct support of the TTO's commercialization goals. Serves as the TTO's primary IP strategy ... Maintain portfolio intelligence across active patent families, including prosecution status, costs ...

BG Staffing

Property Manager

Lockbourne, OH · On-site

$48K - $53K/yr

Make a direct impact on the success of your community. * Work alongside a collaborative leadership ... BG Staffing uses artificial intelligence (AI) and other automated decision-support tools to assist ...

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As of Aug 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for director intellectual property in Ohio is $107,583.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $70,800.00 and $138,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Director Intellectual Property, you need deep expertise in intellectual property law, patent and trademark portfolio management, and strategic IP planning, often supported by a law degree and significant industry experience. Familiarity with IP management software, patent databases, and relevant certifications such as a USPTO registration or Certified Licensing Professional (CLP) credential are typical requirements. Outstanding leadership, negotiation, and cross-functional communication skills set top candidates apart in this strategic role. These skills and qualifications are essential for protecting a company's innovations, navigating complex legal landscapes, and driving business growth through effective IP strategies.

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Directors of Intellectual Property frequently navigate complex legal and regulatory environments across multiple jurisdictions, requiring them to stay up to date on changes in IP law and global enforcement practices. They often balance the need to protect the company's IP assets with business goals such as commercialization, licensing, or collaborations with external partners. Regular interaction with R&D, legal, and executive teams is common, making communication and prioritization skills crucial. Additionally, Directors must be prepared to manage IP disputes, analyze competitive landscapes, and develop proactive strategies to mitigate risk and optimize IP value.

What does a director of intellectual property do?

A Director of Intellectual Property (IP) oversees an organization's IP strategy, including patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets. They ensure legal protection for innovations, manage IP portfolios, and develop strategies to mitigate risks. This role involves working with legal teams, R&D, and executives to align IP policies with business goals. Additionally, they may handle licensing agreements, enforcement actions, and compliance with intellectual property laws.

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Senior Counsel- Intellectual Property USA

First Solar

Perrysburg, OH • On-site

$140K - $215K/yr

Full-time

Posted 25 days ago

First Solar rating

6.6

Company rating: 6.6 out of 10

Based on 74 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

456th of 538 rated manufacturers

Job description


First Solar reserves the right to offer you a role most applicable to your experience and skillset.
Basic Job Functions:
We are seeking a skilled and strategic Senior Intellectual Property Attorney to join our growing legal team and play a pivotal role in safeguarding the company's innovations. This role reports to our Chief Intellectual Property Counsel. Responsibilities will include a wide range of intellectual property and transactional matters with a focus on building our patent portfolio, driving transactional matters with deep understanding of the business goals, partnering with technical teams on complex IP issues, and offering risk-based advice in the context of our business needs. A successful candidate will have excellent business judgement, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to handle multiple complex tasks.
Education/Experience:
  • J.D. from an accredited U.S. law school with a license to practice in one or more jurisdictions.
  • Registered U.S. Patent Attorney.
  • Technical degree (B.S., M.S., or Ph.D.) in electrical engineering, physics, or related field with the ability to become well versed in new technologies.
  • At least 6-8 years of experience in patent law, including drafting and prosecuting patent applications, assessing freedom to operate, and transactional IP work.

Required Skills/Competencies:
  • Demonstrates a continuous improvement mindset by (identifying and/or contributing to improvements in specific processes, systems, or workflows).
  • Apply Kaizen principles by (participating in, leading, or supporting improvement initiatives, events, or problem-solving activities).
  • Exhibits a learning mindset by (seeking opportunities to expand knowledge, develop skills, and stay current in relevant areas).
  • Leverages technology, including AI and automation tools, to (enhance efficiency, decision-making, analysis, or operational outcomes as applicable to the role).
  • Shows curiosity and adaptability by (responding to change, adopting new tools/processes, or supporting innovation initiatives).

Essential Responsibilities:
  • Offer strategic guidance to internal stakeholders on making informed and risk-based decisions regarding intellectual property issues.
  • Develop and grow a technologically challenging patent portfolio. Partner with technical teams to identify and harvest intellectual property assets. Search, understand, and explain complex inventions at the Patent Committee and make recommendations in the context of our business needs and product development goals.
  • Assess the competitive IP landscape and provide guidance to business leaders.
  • Draft and negotiate complex IP agreements and other agreements having IP sensitive provisions. Partner with members of development engineering, global supply chain, manufacturing engineering, and other company associates to assist in the company's efforts to develop, acquire, and sell IP assets.
  • Advise the business as an expert on all aspects of IP (patents, technical data, trade secrets, copyrights, and trademarks) regarding strategies, enforcement, protection, avoidance, and collaborations.
  • Manage outside counsel during the drafting of patent applications to create a strong and defensible patent portfolio. Drafting patent applications may also be part of the responsibilities of this position.
  • Provide strategic and cost efficient management for a large patent docket of intellectual property assets.
  • Provide advice on a wide variety of intellectual property topics for the engineering and business teams, including assessment of specific IP assets and the potential impact on business outcomes.
  • Other duties as assigned
  • Job description subject to change at any time.

Reporting Relationships:
  • This position will not have direct reports.

Travel:
  • 10% - 20%

Estimated Salary Range:
  • $140,000- $215,000 Annually

US Physical Requirements:
All positions in our office require interaction with people and technology while either standing or sitting. To best service our customers, internal and external, all associates must be able to communicate face-to-face and on the phone with or without reasonable accommodation. First Solar is committed to compliance with its obligations under all applicable state and federal laws prohibiting employment discrimination. In keeping with this commitment, it attempts to reasonably accommodate applicants and employees in accordance with the requirements of the disability discrimination laws. It also invites individuals with disabilities to participate in a good faith, interactive process to identify reasonable accommodations that can be made without imposing an undue hardship.
Potential candidates will meet the education and experience requirements provided on the above job description and excel in completing the listed responsibilities for this role. All candidates receiving an offer of employment must successfully complete a background check and any other tests that may be required.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: First Solar is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a driving force in the success of our company.

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