Corning is the world leader in specialty glass and ceramics, creating and
manufacturing keystone components that enable high-technology systems.
Corning⠙s history is filled with breakthrough technologies that have played an
important role in the way the world works. We thrive on solving difficult,
commercially relevant problems through an innovative and collaborative
research and development process. Corning succeeds through sustained
investment in R&D;, more than 160 years of materials science and process
engineering knowledge, and a distinctive collaborative culture. A world leader
in industrial research and development, Corning staunchly believes in change.
We thrive on seeking new opportunities to make a difference for mankind and
bringing them to life. Our dedicated scientists conduct their research with
the highest integrity, finely tuned processes and superb skill. Breakthroughs
occur when our researchers leverage existing technologies across product lines
or come as the result of a profound moment of inspiration or even as an
unexpected, experimental outcome. That is when research is at its most
exciting. We do everything possible to sustain our culture of innovation. We
continually invest in research and development to provide our scientists with
the resources they need. This has enabled our scientific community to develop
a unique ability to solve complex problems and maintain a keen focus on things
that really matter -- technologies that improve our lives and change our
world. R&D; is the foundation on which Corning⠙s history has been built, and
we have no doubt it will lead us to future technological triumphs. To know
more about Cornings Science and Technology division, please visit the R&D;
website at: http://www.corning.com/r_d/index.aspx Scope of Position: This
position is responsible for the development, collection, management,
monitoring and communication of information relating to S&T; intellectual
property and is a key interface with the IP Department for such information.
For S&T; projects, this position is responsible for developing or coordinating
the development of IP plans, IP landscapes and trend analyses; organizing the
Patent Review Committee (in conjunction with IP Counsel), and working with the
IP Department to implement the S&T; IP Strategy. The Intellectual Asset
Manager will be responsible for the direct supervision of the Intellectual
Asset Analyst ⠓ S&T.; Day to Day Responsibilities: - Schedule and, in
conjunction with IP Counsel, conduct the Patent Review Committee meetings to
consider and act on IDs, and coordinate follow up actions for specific IDs
(e.g. MIN response) to optimize timely and appropriate action on all submitted
IDs - Proactively develop appropriate IP landscape/trends analysis, provide
communication and coordination link between the project teams and IP
Department - Coordinate the development of, or develop, early-stage S&T; IP
plans - Provide basic IP perspective/information and assist the IP Strategy
team (IP, technical, and commercial leaders) in developing, executing, and
updating the S&T; IP Strategy - Support, coordinate, and track implementation
of the S&T; IP Strategy and coordinate S&T; follow-up to ensure achievement of
the strategy objectives and goals - Act as a liaison between S&T; project
teams and the IP Department to manage and optimize the generation, review, and
submission of appropriate and timely IDs - Support and coordinate competitive
intelligence searches of competitor patents and activities, provide monitoring
and analysis consistent with the IP Strategy Plan and applicable policies and
procedures, leverage SME⠙s designated to cover aspects of competitive
intelligence, and alert IP Department when potential issues arise; and manage
database(s) with respect to competitors, patents and art references. -
Facilitate quarterly review of the patent portfolio in conjunction with IP
Counsel for value/action assessment and enforcement/licensing issues and
communication thereof to S&T; Management - Assure optimal working
communication between the commercial, technical, and legal communities about
issues affecting IP, in an effort, for example, to keep attorneys informed of
new business objectives and activities, and with IP Counsel to keep senior
management apprised of significant IP risks - Assist IP Counsel in collecting
data and other input to develop IP budget requirements for the business, and
track and monitor budget on ongoing basis - Work closely with IP Counsel and
S&T; management to ensure inclusion of appropriate IP message on all Growth &
Strategy and other management presentations Travel Requirements:Â Minimal (not
more than 5 ⠓ 10 days per year) Hours of work/work schedule/flex-time:  Full
time Job Title: Intellectual Asset Manager ⠓ Science & Technology Reference
Number: 172208 Required Education:Â Undergraduate or advanced degree in science
or engineering; MBA a plus but not required Required Skills: 1. Strong project
management skills 2. Proven ability to lead cross functional teams in an R&D;
and/or Innovation environment (or environment with similar ambiguity) 3. Able
to understand new technologies and concepts quickly; and simplify complexity
(technical, commercial, organizational, and legal) 4. Effectively communicate
with scientists, attorneys, project managers and S&T; leadership 5. Able to
influence others and build consensus among diverse stakeholders 6. Able to
drive actions to conclusion 7. Detail oriented Desired Skills: 1. Excellent
writing skills Soft Skills (Communication/Team/Leadership): 1. Effective
listener ⠓ can listen to, and identify concerns of, scientists, attorneys,
project managers and S&T; leadership 2. Able to manage conflict 3. Able to
identify solutions, especially win/win solutions 4. Works well among ambiguity
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