Open: October 16, 2026 — Closes: October 30, 2026
Summary
The Office of the Assistant General Counsel for Technology Transfer & Intellectual Property seeks a registered patent attorney to advise on complex intellectual property, data rights, technology transfer, and commercialization matters involving DOE-funded research, National Laboratories, and Department programs.
Major Duties
As a full performance Patent Attorney you will: Represent DOE's interests in intellectual property (IP), data, technology transfer, and commercialization matters across Departmental transactions, program designs, laboratory contractor engagements, and compliance and enforcement activities, to legally enable DOE's mission needs and priorities. Coordinate and advance DOE's position on IP and data rights by preparing legal analyses, drafting and reviewing provisions, negotiating terms in all agreement types, and supplying information and recommendations that support DOE's programmatic objectives. Interpret and apply federal and DOE IP, data, and technology transfer statutes, regulations, precedents, and policies, including the Bayh Dole Act, DOE IP title vesting statutes, other transaction authorities, and laboratory partnering authorities, to creatively resolve issues and advance DOE missions. Advise DOE officials, leadership, and program counsel on pending or potential IP and data issues affecting DOE programs, contractor operations, and technology transfer and commercialization, providing clear guidance on statutory interpretation, compliance obligations, and strategic options. We are truly honored that DOE has been named America's #1 Best Employer for Veterans in 2023 by Forbes-not only among Government agencies, but among employers across the U.S. We are so proud of this ranking which reflects our commitment to the employment of veterans. As so many veterans at DOE renew their service to our Nation, we are deeply committed to their success and advancement. Veterans shape the future of energy
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Patent Attorney Arbeitgeber: Department of Energy Headquarters
Als Teil des Department of Energy bietet die Position des Purchasing Agent eine hervorragende Gelegenheit, in einem innovativen und unterstützenden Umfeld zu arbeiten, das sich der Förderung nachhaltiger Energiequellen widmet. Unsere Unternehmenskultur legt großen Wert auf Vielfalt und Inklusion, während wir gleichzeitig die berufliche Weiterentwicklung unserer Mitarbeiter fördern. Zudem sind wir stolz darauf, als bester Arbeitgeber für Veteranen ausgezeichnet worden zu sein, was unser Engagement für die Unterstützung und den Erfolg von ehemaligen Militärangehörigen unterstreicht.
Kontaktdaten:
Department of Energy Headquarters Recruiting-Team
