Provide administrative and case support on pro bono immigration matters, serve as the main point of contact for Spanish-speaking clients, and assist with tracking and reporting on pro bono cases across offices.

Assist attorneys with legal research and document preparation, provide support to business units in mitigating legal risks, and maintain organized legal files while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

Title: Licensing Associate Location: Aurora United States Hybrid Department: CU Innovations Position #: 00846075 - Requisition #: 39301 Job Description: Job Summary: Licensing Associates are an integral part of the CU Anschutz Campus innovation ecosystem as they work to bring new technologies to patients. Licensing Associates will work with the licensing team to evaluate, advance, partner and commercialize a portfolio of the University's most promising intellectual property in the life sciences, including therapeutics, medical devices, diagnostics, and digital health. Licensing Associates will work with the licensing team and Fellows to develop marketing strategies, identify potential licensees, and foster relationships with companies in order to partner and commercialize University assets. Licensing Associates will work closely with more senior members of the licensing team as they develop their skills in working with inventors to understand technologies, communicating with outside counsel to assess patentability, and collaborating with colleagues in industry during partnering discussions. Licensing Associates will work with senior members of the licensing team to build portfolio commercialization skills. This includes understanding & assessing the intellectual assets developed in a faculty member's lab and encouraging disclosure of new ideas, inventions & other intellectual assets to Innovations. With the support of senior licensing team members, Licensing Associates will assess new inventions for technical merit, patentability, and commercial feasibility, while overseeing the filing & prosecution of patent applications where appropriate and identifying & communicating with potential licensees. The Licensing Associate, with mentoring from senior licensing team members, will learn how to market technologies to industry, negotiate, draft, and enforce options, licenses, IIAs, CDAs and other agreements. As Licensing Associates develop these skills, they are expected to begin to maintain their own technology portfolio and work more independently as they progress. The position requires the use of a variety of communications and computer database tools to track, convey issues, and decisions about invention disclosures, patent applications, patent prosecution, patent issuance and maintenance. Key Responsibilities: - The primary function is to assist in the management of university intellectual property in the life sciences disciplines and advance to managing their own portfolio of university intellectual property, which includes the following tasks. - Understand and assess the intellectual assets in a faculty member's lab, whether patentable or not, encouraging disclosure of new ideas, inventions and other intellectual assets to TTO. - Evaluate and analyze new invention disclosures for technical merit, meet with inventor(s), assess patentability, marketability, commercial feasibility and identify relevant industry contacts. - Encourage the commercialization of innovation through multiple channels including industry collaborations, licensing or the formation of start-up companies. . - Develop licensing strategies, identify potential licensees, negotiate terms, draft agreements, and close deals. - Manage patent-related activities, including the filing and prosecution of patent applications. - Perform other tasks as assigned by the Director of Licensing. Work Location: Hybrid - this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule of 3 days per week on campus and as needed for in-person meetings. Why Join Us: Innovations is an integral part of The University of Colorado Anschutz, a top-tier academic medical institution, collaborating with pioneering researchers, clinicians, staff, and external partners at the University of Colorado, staff at UCHealth and Children's Hospital Colorado. Together, we power innovation by imagining, discovering and commercializing advanced healthcare solutions, including treatments, medical devices, and cutting-edge technologies. Our mission at Innovations is driven by the unique collaborative environment we operate in, and our guiding principle is to transform breakthrough discoveries and treatments into realities within an efficient ecosystem that accelerates their availability to patients. This approach not only empowers our partners to have an immediate and meaningful impact but also enhances the quality of life and outcomes for patients now and in the future, at both CU and beyond. Why work for the University? We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including: - Medical: Multiple plan options - Dental: Multiple plan options - Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision - Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay - Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year - Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours) - Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual) - Holiday Days: 15/year - Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses - ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage. Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications: - A bachelor's degree in life sciences, health, engineering, or physical sciences, or in law or business with relevant knowledge of biological/life sciences. Substitution: A bachelor's degree in an unrelated field with a master's degree or PhD in life sciences, health, engineering, or physical sciences, or in law or business with relevant knowledge of biological/life sciences. - 3 years of project management, process/business development, engineering, research, licensing/patent management, health care administration, or related experience. Substitution: advanced degree (Doctorate) may be substituted for experience on a year-for-year basis if the degree is in a field of study directly related to the work assignment (life sciences, health, engineering, or related field). - Exposure to understanding healthcare related inventions, in areas such as therapeutics, medical devices, diagnostics, and digital health. Preferred Qualifications: - A graduate degree from an accredited institution of higher education in life, health, engineering, physical sciences, law or business. - 1 years professional experience including the development, preparation, negotiation, review, and execution of a wide range of licenses. - Pharmaceutical, medical device, and/or health IT commercialization experience including technology review, patent protection (as appropriate), FDA approval process, reimbursement, and negotiation. - Knowledge of and experience working with intellectual property protection methods, licensing practices, contract law, as well as government laws/regulations relating to technology transfer within industry and/or academia. Competencies/Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: - Demonstrated proficiency in understanding healthcare related inventions, in areas such as therapeutics, medical devices, diagnostics, and digital health. - Confidence and interpersonal skills necessary to communicate with very senior, high-level faculty and licensing staff at other institutions and in the business community - Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally. - Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution. - Ability to work independently and in a team environment; to work under pressure with tight deadlines. - Team player and builder; works well in group environments; shares knowledge, expertise; provides assistance and accepts additional responsibility when necessary. - Commitment to values and strong business ethics. - Outstanding customer service skills. - Ability to grasp complex scientific concepts and effectively promote them. Anticipated Pay Range: The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as $79,622 - $101,000. The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position may be eligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level. Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line. Total Compensation Calculator Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Background Check Statement: The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees. Vaccination Statement: CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.

Title: Paralegal - Corporate Location: San Diego United States remote type Hybrid time type Full time job requisition id R2026-2227 DLA Piper is, at its core, bold, exceptional, collaborative and supportive. Our people are the backbone, heart and soul of our firm. Wherever you are in your professional journey, DLA Piper is a place you can engage in meaningful work and grow your career. Let’s see what we can achieve. Together. Summary The Paralegal - Corporate, under the supervision of attorneys, performs a range of substantive cases, matter or entity related duties. Prepares drafts of legal and other documents and correspondence for attorney review. Compiles, analyzes and summarizes information. Coordinates efforts between attorneys, clients, other parties and outside vendors. Location This position is located in our San Diego office and offers a hybrid work schedule. Responsibilities - Performs and maintains capitalization tables as well as stock and options ledgers. - Direct experience with Carta, Pulley, and other related software. - Direct experience with SEC EDGAR Next. - Organizes, prepares and files a variety of corporate legal documents for transactions (Articles of Incorporation/Organization, Amendments, state qualifications, consents, merger documents, closing books, electronic closing sets, initial drafts or certificates, short‑form closing deliverables, and filing annual reports). - Assists with formation of entities such as Corporations, LLCs, 501(c)(3). - Prepares documents for transactions such as closing statements. - Prepares UCC searches and filings. - Organizes documents and closing books in connection with corporate transactions such as acquisitions and mergers. - Prepares and files annual reports in states where corporations are incorporated and/or qualified to do business. - Assists with basic private company transfer agent functions including stock issuance, stock transfers, stock option grants and maintenance of stock option plan records in corporate maintenance software. - Assists with due diligence. - Prepares closing volumes, including index, document assembly, binding and final distribution. - Prepares draft documentation for filings with Secretary of State, Department of Corporations and other state or federal agencies. - Develops, monitors and updates closing checklists. - Performs Blue Sky research and filings. - Maintains minute books (hard copy and electronic). - Prepares drafts and files S‑8 Registration Statements and Section 16 filings. - Manages data rooms and matter files. - Other duties. Desired Skills   Must have strong skills in Word, Excel and Outlook. Experience with legal software such as Relativity, LexisNexis, Westlaw or similar application required. Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills required to interact with staff, paralegals, attorneys and clients on a daily basis. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail required to handle large volumes of work associates with each matter. Responsibilities will include assisting attorneys in your home office and in offices across the firm. Must be able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Minimum Education    - High School diploma or GED. Preferred Education  - Bachelor's Degree and/or a Paralegal certificate. Minimum Years of Experience   - 1 year of paralegal experience for individuals with a bachelor's degree and/or paralegal certificate. Individuals without a degree or certification require five years' legal support experience in the specific practice area. Essential Job Expectations While the specific job requirements of a DLA Piper position may vary depending upon scope of the job and area of specialty, there are certain universal requirements that are expected of all DLA Piper employees, which include but are not limited to: - Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties. - Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner. - Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product. - Successfully meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required. - Foster positive work relationships. - Comply with all firm policies and practices. - Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as (a) working at a computer for extended periods of time, including on-screen reading and typing; (b) participating in digital/virtual conference calls; (c) participating in meetings as needed. - Ability to work under pressure and manage competing demands in a fast-paced environment. - Perform all other duties, tasks or projects as assigned. Our employees are expected to embrace and uphold our firm values as a part of our DLA Piper culture. We are committed to excellence in how we represent our clients and develop our people. Physical Demands Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.    Work Environment    The individual selected for this position may have the opportunity for a hybrid work arrangement comprised of remote and in-office work, the requirement for which will be determined in coordination with the hiring manager or supervisor and may be modified in the firm’s discretion in the future. Disclaimer    The purpose of this job description is to provide a concise statement of the work elements and to organize and present the information in a standardized way. It is not intended to describe all the elements of the work that may be performed by every individual in this classification, nor should it serve as the sole criteria for personnel decisions and actions. The job duties, requirements, and expectations for this position may be modified at the Firm’s discretion at any time. This job description does not change the at-will nature of employment. Application Process     Applicants must apply directly online instead of sending application materials via email. Accommodation    Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request to permit individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions and responsibilities of the position or to participate in the job selection process. If you have a request for an accommodation during the application process, please contact careers@us.dlapiper.com. Agency applications will not be considered.     No immigration sponsorship is available for this position.    The firm’s expected hiring range for this position is $47.68 - $63.18 per hour depending on the candidate’s geographic market location. Non-exempt positions will be paid on an hourly basis and paid overtime in accordance with applicable laws. The compensation offered for employment will also be dependent on other factors including the candidate’s experience, skills, educational and professional background, and overall qualifications. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k). #LI-KS1 #LI-Hybrid DLA Piper is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran