Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

Working at Abbott

At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You’ll also have access to:

Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of .Free medical coverage for employees* via the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPOAn excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contributionTuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

The Opportunity

This position works out of our St. Paul, MN or our Plano, TX location in the GENC General Counsel division.   

The Patent Admin reports to Paralegal Supervisor or Attorney.

What You’ll Work On

Assists with legal services for assigned responsibilities or clients. Supports the business in the achievement of business objectivesAssists more experienced paralegals and/or attorneys in resolving legal issues on projects involving single disciplines/functional areas within the Legal Division and/or a division within AbbottKnowledge of Abbott’s business and client areas supportedGenerates and edits legal and patent documents at direction of paralegal(s) and attorney(s)Represents Abbott externally to customers, suppliers, competitors, opposing counsel or government agencies with direction and guiding process.Represents Legal Division internally to clientsProactively drafts templates for substantive docket items.Identifies and coordinates best practices and training/seminars.Interacts across all/multiple levels of management

Required Qualifications

Associate’s Degree and/or relevant legal education required.2 - 4 years of relevant administrative experienceMust have strong communication and writing skillsMust have excellent computer skills including experience with document creation and presentation software (Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, and Adobe Acrobat).Must be able to work under pressure and work in a team environment requiring collaboration and communication with prioritization and attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications

Legal and/or patent experience preferredPrefer experience with patent management software and use of USPTO websites.Prefer prior database administration and /or docketing and filing experience

* Participants who complete a short wellness assessment qualify for FREE coverage in our HIP PPO medical plan. Free coverage applies in the next calendar year.

Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives:  www.abbottbenefits.com

Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.

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The base pay for this position is $31.55 – $63.15 per hour. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.