Knowledge and Abilities:

·         5+ years administrative experience required.

·         Requires US patent prosecution experience with law firm or corporate IP department, strong organizational and computer skills, including MS Office (word, excel and power point).

·         Desired skills: foreign patent prosecution exposure, familiar with USPTO PAIR interface and assignment database, CPI and EARS, iEdison, prior experience with a corporate transactional practice.

·         Ability to appropriately handle critical information and sensitive situations in a timely manner.

·         Flexibility to handle a variety of tasks and shift priorities simultaneously.

·         Excellent organization and time management skills.

·         Ability to effectively interact with all levels of staff and external contacts; ability to work as an effective team member.

·         Strong level of initiative and ability to work with minimum supervision.

Education, Work Experience and/or Licensure

·         Requires AA degree and a minimum 5+ yrs administrative experience supporting senior staff.  Biotech environment desired.  Must have experience managing a project including the ability to multi-task and support a large multidisciplinary group.  A high level of organizational skills and attention to detail is required.  Must possess the ability to communicate written and orally in a clear & concise manner.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including health and welfare, equity ownership in the company through stock options, 401 (k) benefits and paid time off. For more information please visit our website at: http://www.syntheticgenomics.com/careers/ or to apply directly, please email your CV/resume to hr@syntheticgenomics.com. EOE.