Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Office

Job Description

At Thermo Fisher, we thrive in a culture of learning and development and are looking for a candidate that can do the same. This position will allow you flexibility and opportunities for growth by regularly supporting a variety of projects outside ordinary paralegal responsibilities and collaborating with colleagues outside the paralegal team. Success in this role will come not only from exceptional paralegal skills, but also excellent judgment, strong communication skills, initiative to pick up diverse responsibilities across the legal department, and a passion for continuous improvement.

Responsibilities:

• Supports a group of patent attorneys and patent practitioners in various EU countries with their prosecution dockets;
• Review, monitor, and clear out items from docket reports, including past-due deadlines in the IP Management System (Symphony) in accordance with internal protocols;
• Files European regional stage patent application documents and ensures quality control of application filings;
• Files documents with the European Patent Office (EPO CMS system);
• Review and upload daily incoming correspondence from various sources, such as foreign associates, outside counsel, and in-house practitioners, and handle file histories;
• Coordinates with Docket Team to create new application records in Symphony;
• Conducts weekly or bi-weekly docket meetings with agents and attorneys;
• Reviews and responds to formal communications and responses to EPO communications and prepares for filing;
• Drafts inventor correspondence; supports the employee invention remuneration process in EU countries. Arrange for signatures on declarations and assignments;
• Collaborates with colleagues at other legal department sites in the United States and Europe;
• Immediately advises direct manager/proxy manager about any non-standard situations related to their direct functions;
• Follows Vilnius site Employee Work Rules, applicable SOPs, and other internal documents governing Vilnius site operations. Performs all other assignments, written and/or oral instructions received from direct/proxy managers. In case of inability to complete assigned tasks advises the direct/proxy manager without delay.

Keys to Success:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in administration, social or technical sciences, master`s degree as advantage.

Experience:

• Experience with database tools in an administrative environment preferred;
• Experience in project management and process improvement is an advantage.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Strong communication skills (both written and verbal); highly proficient in spoken and written English;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Adobe Acrobat;
• Strong analytical skills, strong computer and interpersonal skills;
• Ability to work in a team environment, collaborate and establish relationships with colleagues in remote offices. Ability to adjust quickly to changing priorities while maintaining a high level of efficiency;
• Ability to operate independently with a high level of attention to detail;
• Integrity, Intensity, Innovation, Involvement.

What we offer:

• The environment of a rapidly growing international innovative company.
• Personal and professional career opportunities in the field of high technology.
• The possibility to go to/from work by free bus, 70% compensated lunch in the company canteen, we serve coffee/tea.
• An incentive package of additional benefits (annual bonus for results, accident insurance, health insurance).

At Thermo Fisher Scientific, each one of our 120,000 extraordinary minds has a unique story to tell. Join us and

contribute to our singular mission—enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer.

Apply today! http://jobs.thermofisher.com

Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

Compensation

The hourly pay range estimated for this position based in Lithuania is €18 800,00–€28 250,00.