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Patent Manager Jobs in Michigan (NOW HIRING)

Docketing Manager

Troy, MI · On-site

$100K - $130K/yr

Working closely with attorneys, patent agents, IP specialists, and firm leadership, you'll oversee ... Docket Management * Ensure all critical patent deadlines are accurately entered, monitored, and ...

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S. and foreign patent matters. Your Team The HARMAN Intellectual Property Group manages a broad range of intellectual property matters, including patent and trademark prosecution, licensing ...

Patent Strategy and Prosecution (Global Portfolio) * Manage and support the Company's global patent portfolio, including preparation, filing, prosecution, and maintenance across multiple ...

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Paralegal

Auburn Hills, MI · On-site

$38 - $42/hr

Prepare and distribute docket and status reports for attorneys, clients, and management * Assist with patent and trademark prosecution, including preparing declarations, assignments, powers of ...

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Paralegal

Bloomfield Hills, MI · On-site

$37 - $42/hr

Prepare and distribute docket and status reports for attorneys, clients, and management. * Assist attorneys with patent and trademark prosecution by preparing declarations, assignments, powers of ...

Prepare and distribute docket and status reports for attorneys, clients, and management * Assist with patent and trademark prosecution, including preparing declarations, assignments, powers of ...

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Patent & Trademark Office and/or WIPO, along with docketing management experience, excellent communication skills, a professional demeanor, and the abilities to multi-task, work independently with ...

Are you a patent prosecution paralegal interested in what the opportunities are available in the ... 00 per year Search managed by: Nicholas Romley Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled ...

Are you a patent prosecution paralegal interested in what the opportunities are available in the ... 00 per year Search managed by: Nicholas Romley Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled ...

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How much do patent manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for patent manager in Michigan is $104,484.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $83,200.00 and $122,000.00 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 as a patent manager?

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.

What are the most commonly searched types of Patent jobs in Michigan?

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Infographic showing various Patent Manager job openings in Michigan as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 12% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $104,484 per year, or $50.2 per hour.

IP Admin Senior Analyst (Patent Paralegal/Docketing)

Clarivate

Ann Arbor, MI • Hybrid

$50K - $70K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

We are seeking a Senior IP Analyst to join our Filing and Prosecution Team at Clarivate. In this role, you will be responsible for providing filing & prosecution support through docketing, paralegal services, Recordals, Information Disclosure Statements (IDS), and/or reference management to customers and delivering excellent support in alignment with our customer-centric culture. This position is subject to U.S. export control requirements under the Export Administration Regulations ("EAR") and International Traffic in Arms Regulations ("ITAR").

About You - experience, education, skills, and accomplishments

  • Associate's degree or equivalent relevant work experience

  • 1+ years of patent paralegal and docketing experience

  • Experience using IP management software

  • Experience in Microsoft Suite: Outlook, Word and Excel

It would be great if you also had...

  • 2+ years of experience using Memotech, Foundation IP, IP Manager, The IP Management System, Inprotech, or IPFolio

  • U.S. and foreign patent docketing and trademark filing & prosecution experience

  • A paralegal certificate from an ABA approved program is a plus

What will you be doing in this role?

  • Interacting with internal and external stakeholders, expresses ideas, organizes and delivers information appropriately in a virtual, highly matrixed and global environment

  • Plans and organizes tasks and work responsibilities to achieve objectives. Adheres to organizational policies and procedures

  • Process incoming and outgoing domestic and international communications in IP management software

  • Routinely review and file prosecution related documents with the USPTO for all stages of prosecution. Also coordinate and facilitate timely instructions to foreign agents in order to meet deadlines for non-US patent or trademark prosecution deadlines.

  • Manage, create and maintain documents on behalf of customers as per their directions including but not limited to scanning and filing of incoming documents, retrieving, sending requested documents to customers, unfiled matters, file intakes and file transfers

  • Prepare documents for signature and collaborate with customer contacts to fulfil requirements of various patent offices as requested, including but not limited to: Intellectual Property applications (domestic and international), Information Disclosure Statements (IDS), formalized priority claims, formal documents such as ADS, Power of Attorney, PCT forms and other forms as needed

  • Maintain customer docket and run reports as appropriate and correspond internally and externally regarding deadlines and status of applications

  • Develop and maintain a working knowledge of domestic and international intellectual property office rules and procedures

  • Assist in establishing policies and procedures to ensure quality improvement efforts will meet or exceed internal and external customer needs and expectations

  • Document and track daily work in time-tracking system within prescribed deadlines and SLA's

  • Liaise with all areas of the business where/when defined to meet customer expectations by ensuring adherence to the agreed or required service levels

About the Team

Come join our Filing & Prosecution Team! Clarivate is the global leader in Intellectual Property software and tech-enabled services, serving over 12,000 law firm and corporate customers every day. Our commitment is to give IP professionals the information, insight and technology they need to manage the world's ideas. We have the insight, experience and global expertise to create, protect, maintain and maximize IP assets on a global scale.

Hours of Work

  • Full Time, permanent position

  • We are prioritizing hiring in a hybrid work model working 2-3 days a week in one of our US offices. However, we encourage applicants of all US states to apply

Compensation - US Only

The expected base salary for this position is $50,000 - $70,000 USD per year.This role is eligible for bonus earnings.Individual pay is based upon experience, education, skill and ability, expertise, and relevant factors.

In addition to a competitive remuneration package, you will be eligible to participate in a benefits package that includes medical, dental, prescription drug, life insurance, 401k with match, long term disability coverage, vacation, sick time, volunteer time, discount programs, and many more.

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At Clarivate, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons with respect to hiring, compensation, promotion, training, and other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment. We comply with applicable laws and regulations governing non-discrimination in all locations.