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MIT Lincoln Laboratory

Patent Manager

Lexington, MA · On-site

Job Summary The Patent Manager will be responsible for technology evaluations, managing patent filing and prosecution by outside legal counsel, reviewing protection strategies for patented and patent ...

MIT Lincoln Laboratory

Patent Manager

Lexington, MA · On-site

Job Summary The Patent Manager will be responsible for technology evaluations, managing patent filing and prosecution by outside legal counsel, reviewing protection strategies for patented and patent ...

MIT Lincoln Laboratory

Patent Manager

Lexington, MA · On-site

Job Summary The Patent Manager will be responsible for technology evaluations, managing patent filing and prosecution by outside legal counsel, reviewing protection strategies for patented and patent ...

Cincinnati Children's

Patent Manager

Campus, IL

Patent Manager Job Profile Summary Serve as the primary owner of patent portfolio operations and IP strategy for a large, complex life sciences and MedTech portfolio for the technology transfer ...

Cincinnati Children's

Patent Manager

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

Patent Manager Job Profile Summary Serve as the primary owner of patent portfolio operations and IP strategy for a large, complex life sciences and MedTech portfolio for the technology transfer ...

BitDeer

Senior Patent Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$100K - $200K/yr

Patent Management & Strategy: * Design & Implement IP Processes: Develop and continuously refine a streamlined patent application process-from invention identification, proposal evaluation, and ...

Ofinno

Senior Patent Attorney, Video Compression

Reston, VA · On-site

$130K - $307K/yr

Manage Ofinno's Video Compression patent portfolio * Create presentations and reports of patent matters and patent portfolios * Review patent applications by: * Assisting with drafting of ...

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Abbott

Patent Admin

Plymouth, MN

$33.35 - $66.75/hr

The Patent Admin reports to an Attorney. What You'll Work On * Assists with legal services for ... Interacts across all/multiple levels of management Required Qualifications * Associate's Degree and ...

Abbott

Patent Admin

Plymouth, MN · On-site

$33.35 - $66.75/hr

The Patent Admin reports to an Attorney. What You'll Work On * Assists with legal services for ... Interacts across all/multiple levels of management Required Qualifications * Associate's Degree and ...

Abbott

Patent Admin

Plymouth, MN

$33.35 - $66.75/hr

The Patent Admin reports to an Attorney. What You'll Work On * Assists with legal services for ... Interacts across all/multiple levels of management Required Qualifications * Associate's Degree and ...

Unified Patents

Senior Patent Counsel

Washington, DC · Remote

Duties Managing patent office proceedings internally Drafting, filing, and litigating patent office proceedings, e.g., ex parte reexaminations Handling calls with decision makers Drafting motions and ...

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Aurora Patents

Software Patent Agent (Remote)

Ann Arbor, MI · Remote

$80K - $110K/yr

Patent portfolio management. Working closely with each client's business, legal, technical, and management teams, you will assist with the client's patent strategy and portfolio development efforts ...

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How much do patent manager jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 2, 2026, the average yearly pay for patent manager in the United States is $119,876.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $95,500.00 and $140,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a Patent Manager do?

A Patent Manager oversees the patent process within an organization, ensuring that intellectual property is properly protected. They coordinate with inventors, legal teams, and patent offices to file, review, and manage patent applications. Their role includes conducting patent searches, ensuring compliance with regulations, and strategizing to safeguard the company's innovations. Additionally, they may handle licensing agreements and infringement issues to maximize the value of intellectual property.

What are the common daily responsibilities of a Patent Manager?

As a Patent Manager, your daily tasks typically include overseeing the filing and prosecution of patent applications, managing patent portfolios, and working closely with inventors to identify protectable innovations. You will also liaise with external counsel, coordinate responses to office actions, and develop intellectual property strategies that align with business objectives. Another crucial aspect involves conducting patent landscape analyses and monitoring competitor activity. This role often requires balancing strategic oversight with hands-on administrative tasks, making it both dynamic and integral to a company’s innovation efforts.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Patent Manager position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Patent Manager, you need a solid background in patent law, intellectual property management, and often a technical degree in engineering or science. Familiarity with patent management software, databases like USPTO/EPO, and professional certifications such as Registered Patent Agent or Attorney are highly valuable. Strong leadership, negotiation skills, and the ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly are important soft skills. These competencies enable effective oversight of patent portfolios, strategic decision-making, and successful collaboration with inventors, attorneys, and business leaders.

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Patent Manager

Patent Manager

MIT Lincoln Laboratory

Lexington, MA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 15 days ago

Job description

Job Description

The Technology Transfer Office (TTO) facilitates and oversees technology transfer to government and industry, fosters collaborative research with the private sector, and manages the Laboratory’s Intellectual Property (IP) portfolio. In order to support the creation of increased transfer opportunities in complex federal and private-sector landscapes, the Laboratory is seeking a Patent Manager to work under the mentorship and guidance of members of the Technology Tranfer Office (TTO). This position will be joining the Intellectual Property (IP) team to facilitate the protection of Lincoln Laboratory’s innovative technology assets, which serve as the foundation for technology transfers ranging from commercial licenses, collaborative research agreements, transfers for government use, open-source releases, and more.

Job Summary

The Patent Manager will be responsible for technology evaluations, managing patent filing and prosecution by outside legal counsel, reviewing protection strategies for patented and patent-pending technologies as well as for software and other technology assets and monitoring patent-related expenditures for budget compliance. Will work closely with inventors and administrators, outside patent counsel, technology managers and licensing officers to oversee and manage the Laboratory’s patent portfolio; together with the technology management team, providing guidance to inventors during patent filing and prosecution; managing the patent docket to ensure timely responses to patent-deadlines; overseeing the financial management of the patent portfolio by monitoring patent invoicing and reimbursement.

Requirements

A patent attorney (JD) or patent agent is required
Bachelor’s Degree in a biological science, physical science, or engineering with a broad technical knowledge base. An advanced degree in law, business, engineering, or science, preferred
3-5 years experience in a technology transfer setting
A significant record of successful technology transfer in areas of physical science, engineering, software, and devices
Knowledge of policies and procedures relating to intellectual properties within a research university and/or federal lab setting
Advanced knowledge of U.S. patent, copyright, and contract law
Experience managing a patent portfolio
Experience reviewing patent invoices
Knowledge of current trends in university/industry technology transfer
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to effectively handle shifting priorities and adapt to changing demands in a fast paced dynamic environment
Ability to maintain confidentiality in open work environment
Excellent organizational skills and detail oriented
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work collaboratively as well as independently within an administrative office
U.S. citizenship
Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance

The following skills or attributes are highly desired:

Experience/knowledge of Bayh-Dole Act
Reporting requirements for federally-funded inventions and patents

Hiring Range: $117,600 - $160,200

 

Disclaimer: MIT Lincoln Laboratory provides a typical hiring range as a good faith estimate of what we reasonably expect to offer for this position at the time of posting. The final salary offered to a selected candidate will depend on various factors, including—but not limited to—the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate’s experience, skills and education/training, internal equity considerations and applicable legal requirements. This range reflects base salary only and does not include additional forms of compensation or benefits.

At MIT Lincoln Laboratory, our exceptional career opportunities include many outstanding benefits to help you stay healthy, feel supported, and enjoy a fulfilling work-life balance. Benefits offered to employees include: 

  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans
  • MIT-funded pension
  • Matching 401K
  • Paid leave (including vacation, sick, parental, military, etc.)
  • Tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs
  • Mentorship programs
  • A range of work-life balance options
  • ... and much more!  

Please visit our Benefits page for more information. As an employee of MIT, you can also take advantage of other voluntary benefits, discounts and perks.

Selected candidate will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation and must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret level DoD security clearance.

MIT Lincoln Laboratory is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or genetic information; U.S. citizenship is required.

Requisition ID: 43064 

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