Intellectual Property Program Coordinator

Diversified Services Network, Inc. (DSN) is seeking a full-time Intellectual Property Program Coordinator to join our team in Mossville, IL! We offer full benefits, PTO, 401k, and more! If you're looking to grow your technical career within an extremely reputable, stable Fortune 500 company - let's talk!

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Intellectual Property Coordinator to support our Intellectual Property Strategy Manager in managing and executing IP-related activities across programs and projects. This role ensures that intellectual property processes are integrated into product development and innovation initiatives, safeguarding and growing our IP portfolio. In this role, you’ll be part of a team that drives innovation and protects one of the company’s most valuable assets—its ideas. You will gain exposer to cutting-edge technologies and the opportunity to develop expertise in intellectual property processes, strategy and its management.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:                       

• IP Portfolio Management: Maintain and organize the company’s intellectual property portfolio, including patents and related documentation.

• 30% Program Tracking: Track E+ES programs from an IP perspective to ensure compliance and strategic alignment.
• 10% Project Reviews: Coordinate project reviews with IP Strategy Manager and IP Legal, maintaining Intellectual Property Strategy Worksheets.
• 10% Invention Capture: Schedule and facilitate invention capture sessions for new technologies and innovations.
• 10% Program Integration: Support IP activities at key development stages (NTI, Small Batch, NPI gateways).
• 10% Third-Party Agreements: Drive teams to establish NDAs, MDAs, and service agreements ahead of product development or service use.
• 10% Contract Routing: Assist in routing agreements for leadership approval and secure executed contracts in the repository.
• 10% Patent Processes: Ensure invention notification forms are processed and filing decisions made before public disclosures.
• 5% Patent Maintenance: Support patent annuities and portfolio maintenance as the IP portfolio matures.
• 5% Patent Review Board: Provide administrative and coordination support for Patent Review Board activities.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Engineering, Legal or related fields AND 5-7 years of experience OR
• Master’s Degree AND 3 years of experience

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Familiarity with intellectual property processes, including patents and contracts
• Experience in IP portfolio management or legal support

DESIRED SKILLS:

• Knowledge of NDAs, MDAs, and service agreements
• Understanding of product development processes and innovation cycles

SOFT SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Problem-Solving: Ability to identify issues and propose practical solutions.
• Confidentiality: Maintains strict confidentiality of sensitive IP and legal information.
• Stakeholder Management: Builds strong relationships with internal teams and external partners.
• Attention to Detail: Ensures accuracy in documentation and compliance processes.
• Proactive Mindset: Anticipates needs and takes initiative to keep IP processes on track.
• Adaptability: Thrives in a dynamic environment with shifting priorities.

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid Holidays

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