Paralegal

About Syngenta 

At Syngenta Seeds Field Crops, we're shaping the future of agriculture and empowering farmers to meet the ever-growing demand for food and fuel. We’re a global Ag Tech powerhouse, headquartered in the United States, with passionate, local experts collaborating with farmers to deliver solutions that create market opportunities.  We unite precision breeding, advanced biotechnology trait choice, and digital platforms for unmatched in-field performance.  Our seeds help mitigate risks such as disease, insect, weed, and extreme weather pressures, all while promoting sustainable farming practices that protect and enhance our planet. Join our mission of revolutionizing food security and transforming agriculture. 

Are you a detail-oriented patent professional who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment? Syngenta is seeking a Paralegal to join our team in Durham, NC!

In this role, you’ll play an important part in protecting the innovations that drive the future of agriculture. Working closely with patent attorneys, agents, and inventors, you’ll support the preparation, filing, and prosecution of patent applications across the United States and internationally. Your expertise, organization, and attention to detail will help ensure critical intellectual property is protected accurately and efficiently.

Accountabilities:

• Prepare, review, and coordinate documentation required for filing and prosecuting U.S., international, and foreign patent applications.
• File patent applications, responses, and supporting documents with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), using electronic filing systems and applicable certification procedures.
• Independently draft patent prosecution correspondence and documentation for attorney review, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely submission.
• Collaborate with attorneys, patent agents, inventors, and external partners to facilitate patent filings and responses worldwide.
• Monitor critical deadlines, maintain organized patent records, and provide backup support for patent docketing and database administration.
• Support patent procurement, prosecution, maintenance activities, and special projects while managing competing priorities and maintaining confidentiality.

• Bachelor’s degree, Paralegal Certification, or equivalent significant experience in a related field.
• 3–5 years of relevant professional experience, including required hands-on patent prosecution experience.
• Familiarity with U.S. and international patent filing procedures, patent procurement, prosecution, maintenance, and related documentation.
• Experience with patent docket administration preferred, including tracking deadlines and maintaining accurate case records.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Exceptional organizational, analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and a demanding caseload.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment, maintain confidentiality, deliver excellent service, and work effectively both independently and collaboratively.

• A minimum of 2 years in current position is required for internal applicants.
• All applicants must be eligible to work in the US.
• This position is based on-site in Durham, North Carolina.

What We Offer: 

• A culture that celebrates belonging and collaboration, promotes professional development and strives for a work-life balance that supports the team members. Offers flexible work options to support your work and personal needs. 
• Full Benefit Package (Medical, Dental & Vision) that starts your first day. 
• 401k plan with company match, Profit Sharing & Retirement Savings Contribution. 
• Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Maternity and Paternity Leave, Education Assistance, Wellness Programs, Corporate Discounts, among other benefits. 

Syngenta has been ranked as a top employer by Science Journal. Learn more about our team and our mission here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OVCN_51GbNI 

Syngenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. 

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