Intellectual Property Paralegal

GTI Energy is seeking an Intellectual Property Paralegal. The position will support the legal department in managing GTI Energys intellectual property portfolio including both patents and trademarks. This role requires excellent organizational skills knowledge of IP processes and knowledge of IP docketing systems.

GTI Energy embraces the power of innovation and collaboration to solve consequential energy challenges. By demonstrating continuous improvements in technology and solutions that lower the emissions and costs of energy we will shape energy systems that decarbonize economies protect our environment and benefit the people they serve. We do this by putting people at the center of everything we do. We support and uplift people ensuring they have the resources and confidence needed to live as their authentic selves and reach their full potential.

Being part of the GTI Energy team means being surrounded by people that are passionate and purpose driven empowered to continuously learn ask hard questions and leverage their knowledge and experience to drive toward a greater purpose.

We offer generous benefits competitive salaries opportunities for professional growth and career advancement. We prioritize and maintain a respectful culture and we ensure reasonable accommodation is made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their role. GTI Energy is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing energy innovation and sustainability.

The position will be based in the Chicagoland area at the GTI Energy Headquarters. We offer a hybrid/core work week where employees are remote Mondays and Fridays and required to be on-site Tuesday through Thursday.

• Manage and maintain records of all intellectual property filings (patents trademarks) with support from external IP counsel.
• Maintain database integrity and ensure accuracy of all IP-related records.
• Coordinate with external IP counsel inventors and internal stakeholders on prosecution and maintenance.
• Assist with invention disclosure processes and maintain the invention disclosure database.
• Assist subject matter experts with patent searchers by providing training and assistance on patent search tools.
• Track intellectual property royalties.
• Assist with other legal matters.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Proficiency in intellectual property docketing systems (e.g. CPI).
• Familiarity with patent search tools.
• Familiarity with U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) and international IP procedures.
• Nice-to-have: Familiarity with NIST iEdison system.

• Bachelors degree or Paralegal Certificate from an ABA (American Bar Association) recognized program preferred
  • 2 years of relevant professional work experience in an IP Paralegal role
• Any combination of training education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the essential functions of the position

The salary range for this position is $65000 - $80000 USD annually. This salary range is GTI Energys good faith estimate and the actual salary may vary based on a number of factors including but not limited to GTI Energys business or organizational needs and an individuals relevant experience education qualifications certifications skills seniority geographic location and/or performance. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate monthly rate or annual salary only and do not include bonus. The range listed is just one component of GTI Energys total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses paid time off and region-specific benefits.

GTI Energy is committed to developing a barrier-free recruitment process and work environment. If you require any accommodation please e-mail us atand well work with you to meet your accessibility needs. You must have legal authorization to work for GTI Energy on your date of hire with no further action required by GTI Energy. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and give consideration to qualified applicants without regard to race color age religion sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran status pregnancy or genetic information.