What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paralegal I position at Corning?

Requisition Number : 66685

Corning is vital to progress – in the industries we help shape and in the world we share.

We invent life-changing technologies using materials science. Our scientific and manufacturing expertise, boundless curiosity, and commitment to purposeful invention place us at the center of the way the world interacts, works, learns, and lives.

Our sustained investment in research, development, and invention means we’re always ready to solve the toughest challenges alongside our customers.

Corning’s businesses are ever evolving to best serve our customers, industries, and consumers. Today, we accelerate and transform life sciences, mobile consumer electronics, optical communications, display, and automotive markets.

We are changing the world with :

Trusted products that accelerate drug discovery, development, and delivery to save lives
Damage-resistant cover glass to enhance the devices that keep us connected
Optical fiber, wireless technologies, and connectivity solutions to carry information and ideas at the speed of light
Precision glass for advanced displays to deliver richer experiences
Auto glass and ceramics to drive cleaner, safer, and smarter transportation

Scope / Purpose of Position

Assists IP counsel in preparing and screening NDA requests and provides recommendations to IP counsels and business clients based on scope of duties and responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

Screen NDA requests and, with IP Counsel, advise clients on the need for new NDAs, amendments, or reliance on existing NDAs. Provide guidance on NDA coverage scope.

Maintain the IP Agreements database, ensuring accurate and complete information for IP Attorneys. Coordinate with attorneys and external collaboration groups to ensure all agreements and encumbrances are properly recorded.

Oversee administrative data entry for the IP agreement database, ensuring accuracy in license numbers, agreement scanning, expiration date entry, etc.

Collaborate with business clients and IP Counsel to develop negotiation positions, negotiate NDA terms, and make appropriate modifications.

Communicate with clients or third-party representatives on NDA issues, facilitating the execution / signature process.

Consult with IP Counsel on complex issues, transferring responsibility for agreements requiring legal advice.

Provide NDA best practices training to business clients as requested by IP Counsel.

Track NDA terms, work with clients annually to extend or amend as needed.

Review shipping requests, coordinating with IP Counsel on patent filing issues identified in such requests.

Experiences / Education - Required

2-year college degree required

1 years relevant work experience

Ability to work under time constraints, workload, and high value pressures, and to work independently.

Attention to detail, multitask, and ability to meet deadlines.

Organization skills to maintain large amounts of data.

Good common sense and application of same / judgment.

Good communication skills, written and oral, to ensure message clarity

Experiences / Education - Desired

4-year college degree preferred

Agreement drafting and negotiation skill with the ability to keep current about trends in agreement practice.

Understanding of the full breadth of Corning and its businesses including historical activities as well as the functional support groups of the company.

Ability to ask the right questions.

Some business acumen.

Negotiating skills.

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $41,211.00 - $56,666.00 assuming full time status. Starting pay for the successful applicant is dependent on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position are dependent on hours worked and may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, pension plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, and PTO.

Corning Puts YOU First!

We are committed to supporting your health, financial, career development, and life goals as you grow professionally and personally to achieve your highest potential. All benefits begin as soon as you start your career at Corning.

Our monetary peer-to-peer recognition program is tied to our Values and celebrates you and your colleagues’ contributions.

Health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, mental health / substance use, fitness, and disease management programs.

Financial benefits include a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and a 100% company-paid pension benefit that grows steadily throughout your career.

Companywide bonus and attractive short- and long-term compensation programs are available based on your role and responsibilities.

Professional development programs help you grow and achieve your career goals.

We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To request an accommodation, please contact us at accommodations@corning.com .

Salary : $41,211 - $56,666

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