Patent Manager - Intellectual Property - Mount Sinai Innovation Partners (Hybrid) - NY Staffing : Job Details

The Patent Manager at Mount Sinai Innovation Partners (MSIP) is a member of the Intellectual Property Team. Reporting to the Director, Intellectual Property, the Patent Manager is responsible for managing the development and protection of an assigned portfolio of intellectual property assets. Working closely with inventors, outside counsel, and MSIP's internal teams, the Patent Manager coordinates the preparation and prosecution of patent applications, ensures timely execution of IP-related documents, and supports strategic decision-making related to the institution's IP portfolio. The Patent Manager assists the Director and Senior Manager, Intellectual Property, with patent strategy meetings, budget and invoice management, and communication with internal stakeholders. This role supports the mission of MSIP by aligning patent activities with commercialization goals and institutional priorities, while promoting best practices in IP operations.

Qualifications:

Bachelors degree in Science or Engineering

3+ years experience (5 preferred) in a scientific research and development environment or in a law firm setting, academic technology transfer experience preferred

Demonstrated ability to work effectively with an intermediate level of oversight; strong attention to detail and accuracy

Experience interacting with internal stakeholders, such as inventors, business development and licensing professionals, and/or attorney, in a matrix, customer-focused organization

Awareness of patent terminology and intellectual property concepts

Experience resolving issues proactively and following up across teams

Preferred experience with Minuet, CPI, or other intellectual property management software

Intermediate to advanced computer skills in MS Office and Patent Management databases

Ability to work on site in Manhattan Office 3 days/week

Licensing requirement: Candidate must meet the qualifications for registration as a Patent Agent; USPTO Registered Patent Agency preferred

Compensation Statement: The Mount Sinai Health System (MSHS) provides salary ranges that comply with the New York City Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $64,526.72 - $123,599.87 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, education, and operational need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.

IP Portfolio Management:

• Under the direction of the Director, Intellectual Property, manages the preparation and prosecution of an assigned portfolio of U.S. and foreign intellectual property assets; coordinates directly with outside counsel and inventors to ensure timely and high-quality filings; facilitates execution of patent-related documents including declarations, assignments, and powers of attorney.
• Collaborates with internal stakeholders across MSIPincluding Business Development & Licensing, Strategic Alliances, Finance & Operations, and Administrationto ensure IP activities support commercialization strategies and institutional priorities.
• Assists the Director and Senior Manager, Intellectual Property with the preparation of agendas, materials, and follow-up actions for patent strategy meetings.

IP Operations:

• Assists with the financial administration of the IP portfolio, including opening financial matters with outside counsel, reviewing invoices, and coordinating annuity and maintenance fee payments through external providers.
• Maintains accurate and up-to-date IP records in internal databases (e.g., Inteum); supports periodic audits and resolves discrepancies in coordination with relevant stakeholders.
• Supports the development and implementation of internal procedures and best practices that promote operational efficiency, data integrity, and compliance with institutional and legal standards.

Strength through Unity and Inclusion: The Mount Sinai Health System is committed to fostering an environment where everyone can contribute to excellence. We share a common dedication to delivering outstanding patient care. When you join us, you become part of Mount Sinai's unparalleled legacy of achievement, education, and innovation as we work together to transform healthcare. We encourage all team members to actively participate in creating a culture that ensures fair access to opportunities, promotes inclusive practices, and supports the success of every individual. At Mount Sinai, our leaders are committed to fostering a workplace where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We strive to create an environment where collaboration, fairness, and continuous learning drive positive change, improving the well-being of our staff, patients, and organization. We are dedicated to building a supportive and welcoming environment where everyone has the opportunity to thrive and advance professionally. Explore this opportunity and be part of the next chapter in our history.

About the Mount Sinai Health System: Mount Sinai Health System is one of the largest academic medical systems in the New York metro area, with more than 48,000 employees working across eight hospitals, more than 400 outpatient practices, more than 300 labs, a school of nursing, and a leading school of medicine and graduate education. Mount Sinai advances health for all people, everywhere, by taking on the most complex health care challenges of our time discovering and applying new scientific learning and knowledge; developing safer, more effective treatments; educating the next generation of medical leaders and innovators; and supporting local communities by delivering high-quality care to all who need it. Through the integration of its hospitals, labs, and schools, Mount Sinai offers comprehensive health care solutions from birth through geriatrics, leveraging innovative approaches such as artificial intelligence and informatics while keeping patients' medical and emotional needs at the center of all treatment. The Health System includes more than 9,000 primary and specialty care physicians; 13 joint-venture outpatient surgery centers throughout the five boroughs of New York City, Westchester, Long Island, and Florida; and more than 30 affiliated community health centers. We are consistently ranked by U.S. News & World Report's Best Hospitals, receiving high Honor Roll status, and are highly ranked: No. 1 in Geriatrics, top 5 in Cardiology/Heart Surgery, and top 20 in Diabetes/Endocrinology, Gastroenterology/GI Surgery, Neurology/Neurosurgery, Orthopedics, Pulmonology/Lung Surgery, Rehabilitation, and Urology. New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai is ranked No. 12 in Ophthalmology. U.S. News & World Report's Best Children's Hospitals ranks Mount Sinai Kravis Children's Hospital among the country's best in several pediatric specialties. The Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai is ranked No. 11 nationwide in National Institutes of Health funding and in the 99th percentile in research dollars per investigator according to the Association of American Medical Colleges. Newsweek's The World's Best Smart Hospitals ranks The Mount Sinai Hospital as No. 1 in New York and in the top five globally, and Mount Sinai Morningside in the top 20 globally.

Equal Opportunity Employer: The Mount Sinai Health System is an equal opportunity employer, complying with all applicable federal civil rights laws. We do not discriminate, exclude, or treat individuals differently based on race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are deeply committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, students, trainees, patients, visitors, and the communities we serve feel respected and supported. Our goal is to create a healthcare and learning institution that actively works to remove barriers, address challenges, and promote fairness in all aspects of our organization.

Compensation Statement: Mount Sinai Health System (MSHS) provides a salary range to comply with the New York City Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $64,526.72 - $123,599.87 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.