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IP Paralegal I/PL03/EG080
Paralegal Responsibilities
Knowledge of US and foreign patent procedures.
Monitors progress of patent cases and patent attorney/agent dockets through use of USPTO Patent Center, IP Management Software and Document Management System.
Prioritizes current workload efficiently building on the ability to handle multiple heavy dockets and learning best practices to manage multiple tasks including managing outside counsel e-mail review.
Reviews patent application files to check for compliance with USPTO requirements and BMS department standards.
Knowledge and working experience of the USPTO Patent Center filing system in order to independently draft and prepare simple to moderately complex patent legal documents for submission to the USPTO including (but not limited to) patent applications, figures, sequence listings (ST.26), amendments, information disclosure statements (track IDS families and references, obtain references, prepare and file IDS 1449 form/SB08a forms), office action responses, requests for continued examination, notices of appeal, reply briefs, allowance checklists, allowed claims, issue fee payments, etc.
Complete notice of allowance checklist, and prepare and file issue fee transmittals, review and proof issued patents, as applicable, prepare and files certificates of correction, review, and proof certificates of correction.
Prepare, send, and track formal documents to inventors/clients for signature. Review and file/record with the USPTO.
Provide assistance to attorneys with correspondences to worldwide foreign patent agents.
Familiarity with the Code of Federal Regulations (Title 37) and the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure (MPEP), to enable ability to identify legal issues/problems based on knowledge of PTO procedures. Desired but not mandatory.
Basic knowledge of Patent Term Adjustment. Desired but not mandatory with training available.
Excellent organizational and accountability skills, takes initiative to follow up with inventors, outside counsel law firms and agents to meet critical deadline dates.
Sets own standards of performance and works to meet standards; takes initiative to expand own knowledge of PTO rules.
Assist the team with daily workflow tasks and projects in a high volume, fast paced practice while timely identifying and prioritizing time sensitive matters.
General
knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, SharePoint, MS Teams
Knowledge of IP Management Software and Document Management Software
Form editing capability in Adobe Acrobat Pro
Familiarity use in templates and Word Doc forms. IP Management Software generated forms, preferable.
Basic skills and experience with Patent-In software to generate sequence listings. Desired but not mandatory with training available.
Preferred knowledge of domestic and foreign patent databases, e.g., PCT Patent Scope; ePCT.
Ability to search and procure patent references including U.S. and Foreign patents and journal articles.
Basic docketing experience with preferred exposure with an IP Management software application.
Edit capability in Chemdraw. Desired but not mandatory with training available.
Proactively manage casework and assignments, ensuring all deadlines are met in a timely manner. Communicate docket updates to Docketing Department.
Administrative
Process and reconcile expense reports.
Travel Arrangement
Organizes meetings for attorneys/agents including meeting agenda and meeting minutes preparation.
Seeks out opportunities to provide support to others (e.g., counsel, agents, and assistants).
Preferred Qualification:
Bachelor's degree, or
6+ years of work experience or Paralegal Certificate and 4+ years of work experience in a law firm, an in-house legal department, a consulting firm, or comparable experience elsewhere.
Ability to handle multiple projects with changing priorities while working independently.
6+ years of work experience or Paralegal Certificate and 4+ years of work experience in a law firm, an in-house legal department, a consulting firm, or comparable experience elsewhere.
Strong attention to detail, ability to prioritize tasks, and excellent time management skills to meet deadlines.
6+ years of work experience or Paralegal Certificate and 4+ years of work experience in a law firm, an in-house legal department, a consulting firm, or comparable experience elsewhere.
If you come across a role that intrigues you but doesn't perfectly line up with your resume, we encourage you to apply anyway. You could be one step away from work that will transform your life and career.
Compensation Overview:
Cambridge Crossing: $85,180 - $103,216
The starting compensation range(s) for this role are listed above for a full-time employee (FTE) basis. Additional incentive cash and stock opportunities (based on eligibility) may be available. The starting pay rate takes into account characteristics of the job, such as required skills, where the job is performed, the employee's work schedule, job-related knowledge, and experience. Final, individual compensation will be decided based on demonstrated experience.
Eligibility for specific benefits listed on our careers site may vary based on the job and location. For more on benefits, please visit https://careers.bms.com/life-at-bms/.
Benefit offerings are subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans in effect at the time and may require enrollment. Our benefits include:
Health Coverage: Medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision care.
Wellbeing Support: Programs such as BMS Well-Being Account, BMS Living Life Better, and Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).
Financial Well-being and Protection: 401(k) plan, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, accident insurance, supplemental health insurance, business travel protection, personal liability protection, identity theft benefit, legal support, and survivor support.
?Work-life benefits include:
Paid Time Off
US Exempt Employees: flexible time off (unlimited, with manager approval, 11 paid national holidays (not applicable to employees in Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico or Rayzebio employees)
Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico and Rayzebio Exempt, Non-Exempt, Hourly Employees: 160 hours annual paid vacation for new hires with manager approval, 11 national holidays, and 3 optional holidays
Based on eligibility*, additional time off for employees may include unlimited paid sick time, up to 2 paid volunteer days per year, summer hours flexibility, leaves of absence for medical, personal, parental, caregiver, bereavement, and military needs and an annual Global Shutdown between Christmas and New Years Day.
All global employees full and part-time who are actively employed at and paid directly by BMS at the end of the calendar year are eligible to take advantage of the Global Shutdown.
*Eligibility Disclosure: T_ _he summer hours program is for United States (U.S.) office-based employees due to the unique nature of their work. Summer hours are generally not available for field sales and manufacturing operations and may also be limited for the capability centers. Employees in remote-by-design or lab-based roles may be eligible for summer hours, depending on the nature of their work, and should discuss eligibility with their manager. Employees covered under a collective bargaining agreement should consult that document to determine if they are eligible. Contractors, leased workers and other service providers are not eligible to participate in the program.
Uniquely Interesting Work, Life-changing Careers
With a single vision as inspiring as "Transforming patients' lives through science ", every BMS employee plays an integral role in work that goes far beyond ordinary. Each of us is empowered to apply our individual talents and unique perspectives in a supportive culture, promoting global participation in clinical trials, while our shared values of passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion and integrity bring out the highest potential of each of our colleagues.
On-site Protocol
BMS has an occupancy structure that determines where an employee is required to conduct their work. This structure includes site-essential, site-by-design, field-based and remote-by-design jobs. The occupancy @type that you are assigned is determined by the nature and responsibilities of your role:
Site-essential roles require 100% of shifts onsite at your assigned facility. Site-by-design roles may be eligible for a hybrid work model with at least 50% onsite at your assigned facility. For these roles, onsite presence is considered an essential job function and is critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, and a positive Company culture. For field-based and remote-by-design roles the ability to physically travel to visit customers, patients or business partners and to attend meetings on behalf of BMS as directed is an essential job function.
Supporting People with Disabilities
BMS is dedicated to ensuring that people with disabilities can excel through a transparent recruitment process, reasonable workplace accommodations/adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Applicants can request a reasonable workplace accommodation/adjustment prior to accepting a job offer. If you require reasonable accommodations/adjustments in completing this application, or in any part of the recruitment process, direct your inquiries to adastaffingsupport@bms.com . Visit careers.bms.com/ (https://careers.bms.com/eeo-accessibility) eeo-accessibility to access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement.
Candidate Rights
BMS will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, pursuant to applicable laws in your area.
If you live in or expect to work from Los Angeles County if hired for this position, please visit this page for important additional information: https://careers.bms.com/california-residents/
Data Protection
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R1600407 : IP Paralegal I Company: BMS
Req Number: R1600407
Updated: 2026-05-31 02:14:28.702 UTC
Location: Cambridge-MA
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