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UnitedLex India Pvt. Ltd. (Formerly known as iRunway India Pvt Ltd) is a data and professional services company dedicated to providing outcomes for high-performing law firms and corporate legal departments. Our focus areas include digital litigation, intellectual property, contracts, compliance, and legal operations. Established in 2006 with a commitment to pushing the boundaries of legal innovation, we offer solutions that drive measurable performance improvement, risk mitigation, revenue gain, cost reduction, and digital business synergy. We are currently hiring for the position of Senior Associate (Searching) in the Intellectual Property Patents department. This role will be based in Gurgaon or Bangalore, preferably Gurgaon. The Senior Associate will report to the Consultant2/Program Manager and will be responsible for executing projects independently in diverse areas of technology and Patent Services, with a primary emphasis on Patent Searching. The key responsibilities of the role include ensuring high-quality delivery and compliance with client SLAs, performing patent and non-patent searches using various databases, identifying high-quality search results, preparing detailed reports, providing feedback to team members, meeting project targets, and adhering to company policies and procedures. Qualified candidates should have a minimum of 2 years of experience in Intellectual Property Patents, in-depth knowledge of technical literature, familiarity with various Patent Services, understanding of US Patent Law, analytical thinking skills, and proficiency in MS Office applications. The ideal candidate will hold a B.E./B.Tech. in Electronics and Communication Engineering or equivalent, or M. Tech/M.E. in the wireless domain/Telecom domain or equivalent. Personal attributes that we are looking for in the candidate include being well-organized, dynamic, action-orientated, relationship-building skills, excellent communication abilities, ability to maintain confidentiality, willingness to accept responsibility, and decision-making based on experience and understanding of project needs. UnitedLex is committed to delivering value and competitive advantage for legal and business sectors through data mastery, legal acumen, and human ingenuity. If you are enthusiastic, approachable, and ready to contribute to legal innovation, we encourage you to apply for this position. For more information, please refer to our Privacy Policy at UnitedLex: [https://unitedlex.com/privacy-policy/](https://unitedlex.com/privacy-policy/),

You should hold a BE/B Tech/M Tech degree in Computer Science/Electronics & Communication/Electrical Engineering from a UGC/AICTE approved college/institute, with 2-4 years of experience in the relevant Tech Industry including wireless & telecom, software, semiconductors, digital/IT, and patent searching, analysis & prosecution experience. It would be desirable if you are a registered patent agent and have a minimum of 3-6 years of working experience with Intellectual Property. You should be proficient in patent search databases such as Derwent Innovation, Orbit, etc., various analytics methodologies, patent classification, SEP standards, and related infringement analysis. Additionally, experience in retrieving legal/prosecution related information from different Patent offices websites would be beneficial. Your experience should encompass Electric Vehicle hardware/software, Vehicular wireless communication systems, vehicular software architecture, connected cars, Battery system, ADAS, Telematics, Vehicle charging system, ECU, Digital applications, etc. Preferably, you should be from the Telecom/Digital/IT industry with IP experience. Key responsibilities would include educating and motivating engineers on the creation and protection of intellectual property, conducting ideation workshops, reviewing ideas with R&D engineers, evaluating ideas for patentability, and performing relevant patent studies on different technologies. You should possess proficiency in Telecom architectures, wireless charging, audio/video technologies, patent classifications, patent databases, and various patent analytics methodologies. Ability to analyze data quantitatively and qualitatively, understanding the Indian Patenting system, proactive development of diverse technology areas, and strong interpersonal skills are essential competencies. Knowledge of Japanese patent law and a good understanding of Automobile technology would be advantageous.,

This position is part of the Patent Analytics & Monetization unit within the company. As a patent analyst/searcher, you will collaborate closely with the R&D, legal, and IP teams of our clients to facilitate and enhance the development of their IP portfolio. Your role will involve assisting clients in securing patent protection for innovative technologies through various patent analytics & searching techniques. You will engage in client interactions, present search strategies, contribute to project scoping, and leverage your technical expertise to provide value-added insights. At Clairvolex, each client presents unique and diverse technologies, offering you the opportunity to explore a wide range of new innovations beyond your specialization. You will learn to identify inventive features, describe inventions, and analyze insights to support clients in obtaining patents or addressing their search, analytics, and licensing requirements effectively. This position is based at Clairvolex's Gurgaon office, and the team operates in a hybrid mode with three mandatory office workdays. To excel in this role, you must possess strong communication skills, both written and verbal. Applicants should have a minimum of 6 years and a maximum of 10 years of relevant IP experience to be considered for this position. Compensation will be determined according to the technical and functional competencies demonstrated during the interview process. **Job Responsibilities:** **Patent Search & IP Analytics:** - Evaluate new client technologies to identify potentially patentable features. - Conduct IP searches using complex search strategies across various search engines and IP databases for prior art identification, FTO clearance, and invalidity searches. - Compile search results to generate detailed patent reports for clients, documenting the search strategy as required. - Demonstrate proficiency in defining search parameters, utilizing patent databases, reviewing prior art, analyzing findings, and preparing comprehensive search reports. **IP Market Intelligence Studies:** - Contribute to patent and technology landscape analyses by examining patents and IP related to specific technologies or markets. - Prepare comprehensive reports on new technologies and competitive patent environments to offer strategic insights to clients. - Skills required include defining project scope, searching patents and non-patent literature, organizing data, analyzing trends, and visualizing data for reports. **Education Qualification & IP Subject Matter Requirement:** **OPEN POSITION, TECHNICAL GROUP 1:** - Bachelor or Master of Engineering (B.Tech./ M.Tech.) in Mechanical Engineering. - Strong understanding of Basics of Patent Laws. - Knowledge of technologies in Mechanical domain such as automotive systems, EVs, consumer electronics, etc. **OPEN POSITION, TECHNICAL GROUP 2:** - Bachelor or Master of Engineering (B.Tech/ M.Tech) in Electronics, Communications, VLSI. - Proficiency in Basics of Patent Laws. - Familiarity with Standard Essential Patents (SEPs) and technology Standards like 3GPP, IEEE, etc. **Functional Skills & Knowledge Requirement:** - Experience with IP databases like Questel Orit, Patseer, Derwent. - Proficiency in MS Office tools. - Ability to work with Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, Filters, Conditional Formatting, etc. - Strong attention to detail is essential. Join Clairvolex, an IP tech-enabled services and IP product company that collaborates with global in-house IP teams and law firms to manage their IP portfolios effectively. Be part of a diverse team of patent engineers, scientists, and IP paralegals mentored by experienced US patent attorneys and IP business leaders. Visit www.clairvolex.com for more information.,

Role & responsibilities of IPR Executive: 1) IP Evaluation and clearance of APIs/Key Starting Materials (KSMs) ROS received from in-house & outside suppliers. 2) Preparation of IP summary reports and supplementary reports for APIs. 3) Periodic monitoring of patents/patent publications and their legal status. 4) Answering IP related queries received from in-house & outside customers. 5) Experience in literature search using Scifinder and other available databases. 6) Good command on patentability analysis, patent drafting and filling at various patent offices.

Job Purpose The position will support the Product development and technology development team to ensure creation, maintenance and defense of a strong IP position, protection of know-how and risk management by understanding infringements and conducting appropriate searches. In-house IP team development for GFL and making IPR work more efficient, time saving and more qualitative IP output, for assisting in IPR activities. Accountabilities Protection of IP assets Major Activities Ensure protection and defence of intellectual property including Know- How Harvest and evaluate invention disclosures, initiate novelty searches and support analysis of data Ensure registration, enforcement, maintenance and defence of trademarks Draft patent application and prosecution thereof Defend IP rights attack from 3rd parties Assist in review of patents and trademarks Identifying IP infringements and enforcing patents and trademarks IP Risk Management Conduct patent Landscaping and freedom to operate evaluation pertaining to company product portfolio Conduct patentability searches, literature search, IP analysis Ensure proper IP risk management to enable product launches Patentability assessment, patent drafting, filing, and online PCT filing. Define and take countermeasures vs. competitors IP and intelligence FTO analysis, opposition/Invalidation actions, joint development, IP Due Diligence etc. Evaluate IP concerns at early-stage product selecting, key blocking patents by innovator, market exclusivity studies (SPC, NCE) Scientific Information Management, Patent Filing and IP Awareness: Support with respect to all search requests including patent information. Drafting, filing and prosecution of Patents in different jurisdictions worldwide IP Counselling to R&D teams, prior art searches, infringement, white space and patentability analysis. Use database to retrieve external information relevant to the Company Keep all stakeholders updated of major IP legal developments Perform IP awareness training for R and D and technology team Understanding of US, EP, PCT, CN, IN Patent Laws and Procedures Literature searches using various databases using Data Mining Tools Protection of IP assets: Ensure protection and defence of intellectual property including Know- How Harvest and evaluate invention disclosures, initiate novelty searches and support analysis of data Ensure registration, enforcement, maintenance and defence of trademarks Draft patent application and prosecution thereof. Defend IPR rights attack from 3rd parties Draft IP agreements. Assist in review of patents and trademarks Identifying IP infringements and enforcing patents and trademarks Skills and academic qualifications Educational Qualifications Minimum Qualification - Ph.D. Chemistry/M.Sc Organic Chemistry/ Polymer technology Preferred Qualification - PG Diploma in Intellectual Property Rights Patent Agent (Advantage)-Optional Trademark Agent (Advantage)- Optional Degree in Law preferred Functional Skills Functional Skills Required - Intellectually rigorous with the ability to keep oneself up to date with all latest developments in the IP domain Excellent drafting ability and communication skills Thorough understanding of Patent and Trademark in different countries Hands On exper Technical Skills required - II. Technical Skills: a. Patent searching-Infringement searches, FTO searches, patentability; Prior art searches b. Patent drafting c. Patent prosecution (Drafting response to FER, Attending Hearing till grant) d. Trademark filing, Trademark prosecut Relevant and total experience Total Number of experience required - At least 4 years in the IPR Industry (working exp. With Chemical or Pharma or Agrochemical industries.) Preference to candidates with background of EV/Hydrogen/Solar/ fluorospeciality/ fluorochemicals/ Polymers Chemistry Relevant experience required in - 4 Years+

Role & responsibilities Perform FTO, patent landscape, prior art & patentability searching in various scientific and commercial patent databases (such as scifinder and other key word based search engines). Analyze patents related to formulations and identify potential IP risks or opportunities. Assist in developing non-infringing strategies during formulation development stages. Monitor competitor patent activity and relevant patent expiries. Devise search strategies, perform searches, categorize and analyze the results, and prepare timely reports Collaborate with formulation and regulatory teams to ensure IP compliance in product development. Maintain accurate records of IP evaluations and documentation. Support the IP team in preparing documentation for patent filings, oppositions, or litigation, as needed. Track key blocking patents / applications and advise on relevance. Communicate and coordinate with cross functional teams. Provide patent expiry dates to business for new product identification. Work as a part of IP team to provide business with timely, accurate information about patents. Preferred candidate profile Post Graduate in Pharmacy or related science. A Diploma in IPR is an added advantage Good knowledge of patent law Experience in working for developed (US/Europe/Canada) as well as emerging markets Excellent technical knowledge in the Pharma domain Excellent understanding of pharmaceutical dosage forms and API Excellent understanding of patent search databases Patent drafting/prosecution experience a plus Excellent oral and written communication skills. Willingness to learn and develop new skills Self-motivated and detail-oriented Excellent team member Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Powerpoint applications

Job Purpose The position will support the Product development and technology development team to ensure creation, maintenance and defense of a strong IP position, protection of know-how and risk management by understanding infringements and conducting appropriate searches. In-house IP team development for GFL and making IPR work more efficient, time saving and more qualitative IP output, for assisting in IPR activities. Accountabilities Protection of IP assets Major Activities Ensure protection and defence of intellectual property including Know- How Harvest and evaluate invention disclosures, initiate novelty searches and support analysis of data Ensure registration, enforcement, maintenance and defence of trademarks Draft patent application and prosecution thereof Defend IP rights attack from 3rd parties Assist in review of patents and trademarks Identifying IP infringements and enforcing patents and trademarks IP Risk Management Conduct patent Landscaping and freedom to operate evaluation pertaining to company product portfolio Conduct patentability searches, literature search, IP analysis Ensure proper IP risk management to enable product launches Patentability assessment, patent drafting, filing, and online PCT filing. Define and take countermeasures vs. competitors IP and intelligence FTO analysis, opposition/Invalidation actions, joint development, IP Due Diligence etc. Evaluate IP concerns at early-stage product selecting, key blocking patents by innovator, market exclusivity studies (SPC, NCE) Scientific Information Management, Patent Filing and IP Awareness: Support with respect to all search requests including patent information. Drafting, filing and prosecution of Patents in different jurisdictions worldwide IP Counselling to R&D teams, prior art searches, infringement, white space and patentability analysis. Use database to retrieve external information relevant to the Company Keep all stakeholders updated of major IP legal developments Perform IP awareness training for R and D and technology team Understanding of US, EP, PCT, CN, IN Patent Laws and Procedures Literature searches using various databases using Data Mining Tools Protection of IP assets: Ensure protection and defence of intellectual property including Know- How Harvest and evaluate invention disclosures, initiate novelty searches and support analysis of data Ensure registration, enforcement, maintenance and defence of trademarks Draft patent application and prosecution thereof. Defend IPR rights attack from 3rd parties Draft IP agreements. Assist in review of patents and trademarks Identifying IP infringements and enforcing patents and trademarks Skills and academic qualifications Educational Qualifications Minimum Qualification - Ph.D. Chemistry/M.Sc Organic Chemistry/ Polymer technology Preferred Qualification - PG Diploma in Intellectual Property Rights Patent Agent (Advantage)-Optional Trademark Agent (Advantage)- Optional Degree in Law preferred Functional Skills Functional Skills Required - Intellectually rigorous with the ability to keep oneself up to date with all latest developments in the IP domain Excellent drafting ability and communication skills Thorough understanding of Patent and Trademark in different countries Hands On exper Technical Skills required - II. Technical Skills: a. Patent searching-Infringement searches, FTO searches, patentability; Prior art searches b. Patent drafting c. Patent prosecution (Drafting response to FER, Attending Hearing till grant) d. Trademark filing, Trademark prosecut Relevant and total experience Total Number of experience required - At least 4 years in the IPR Industry (working exp. With Chemical or Pharma or Agrochemical industries.) Preference to candidates with background of EV/Hydrogen/Solar/ fluorospeciality/ fluorochemicals/ Polymers Chemistry Relevant experience required in - 4 Years+