Remote Biomedical Engineer Manager Jobs in Massachusetts

At ZOLL, we're passionate about improving patient outcomes and helping save lives. We provide innovative technologies that make a meaningful difference in people's lives. Our medical devices, software and related services are used worldwide to diagnose and treat patients suffering from serious cardiopulmonary and respiratory conditions.
Job Summary

Patent Agent will join ZOLL's growing in-house intellectual property team, based at the company's headquarters in Chelmsford, Massachusetts, with hybrid work arrangements available. In this role, the individual will be primarily responsible for drafting and prosecuting U.S. patent applications supporting ZOLL's Acute Care Technology Division. A successful candidate in this position will take a leading role in managing a multi-faceted patent portfolio and collaborate closely with engineers and technical teams to identify, evaluate and develop inventions for patent protection. This position requires proactive engagement in the invention capture process, as well has excellent drafting skills to ensure high-quality patent filings aligned with ZOLL's competitive product offerings and next-generation products.

The position will report to ZOLL's Head of Intellectual Property for the Acute Care Technology Division.
Essential Functions

• Strategic patent portfolio development, including preparation and prosecution of patent applications, participating in and leading brainstorming sessions, preparation of new ideas for consideration by ZOLL's IP review committee, and other patent generation and management activities, as needed.

Required/Preferred Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree with 5+ years of relevant experience or Graduate Degree (Master's or higher) with 3+ years of relevant experience - Required

• Registration to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office - Required

• Background in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, biomedical engineering and/or computer science/software - Required

• At least 3-5 years of experience in preparing and prosecuting patent applications with a law firm or corporation, including drafting patent applications - Required

• Experience in managing patent portfolios, at a law firm or corporation - Required

• Background in medical devices - Preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to understand, analyze, and communicate complex technologies in oral and written form

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate clearly and concisely

• Strong skills in patent and prior art searching and monitoring

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Standing - Occasionally

• Walking - Occasionally

• Sitting - Frequently

• Talking - Occasionally

• Hearing - Occasionally

• Repetitive Motions - Frequently

ZOLL is a fast-growing company that operates in more than 140 countries around the world. Our employees are inspired by a commitment to make a difference in patients' lives, and our culture values innovation, self-motivation and an entrepreneurial spirit. Join us in our efforts to improve outcomes for underserved patients suffering from critical cardiopulmonary conditions and help save more lives.

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The annual salary for this position is:

This position is eligible for an annual bonus in accordance with the company's bonus plan. Factors which may affect starting salary include geography, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. Details of ZOLL's comprehensive benefits plans can be found at www.zollbenefits.com.

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until this position is filled. For fully remote positions, compensation will comply with all applicable federal, state, and local wage laws, including minimum wage requirements, based on the employee's primary work location.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

ADA: The employer will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.