Introduction to the job

For our Corporate Intellectual Property (CIP) department at the global headquarters in Veldhoven, the Netherlands we are looking for a qualified European patent attorney. You will be responsible for establishing, prosecuting and maintaining patent rights in the field of Extreme Ultraviolet (EUV) lithography systems, evaluating and mitigating patent risks from a worldwide perspective and handle IP-related projects.

Role and responsibilities

ASML is a world leader in the manufacture of advanced technology systems for the semiconductor industry. With over 40,000 people in more than 80 locations worldwide, ASML has an international presence in the semiconductor industry. You will be part of the Patents EUV / Cymer Light Source (CLS) group which consists of twelve patent attorneys and report to the Head of Patents EUV / CLS.

Your responsibilities include: 

Actively developing and managing a global patent portfolio.

Supervising outside counsel to properly prepare and prosecute patent applications.

Supporting execution of ASML IP strategies, including patent filing and product clearance.

Interacting with various internal stakeholders (e.g. research, D&E groups) to determine opportunities to establish IP protection, determine existence of patent risks and mitigate such identified risks.

Education and experience

MSc degree in physics, mechanics, electrical engineering or comparable technical field.

Recently qualified European patent attorney.

Experience in handling IP matters in industry or for industry clients.

Technical experience in optics, mechatronics or similar field.

Skills

Being able to go into detail, but having the helicopter view when necessary.

Strong analytical and communication skills.

Decisive and self-initiating.

Ability to work proactively and effectively both independently and in teams including a diverse group of colleagues and internal clients in multiple countries.

Strong English language skills, Dutch language skills preferred.

Other information

This position requires on-site presence in Veldhoven for at least 3 days per week.

Within ASML, the CIP department is responsible for maximizing ASML’s global IP position to protect and support ASML’s business. In particular, the CIP department strives to preserve freedom to operate for ASML and to establish and maintain a portfolio of IP rights. At the CIP department, about 80 people work in four locations (Veldhoven in the Netherlands and Wilton, San Diego and San Jose in the USA) to accomplish the above-stated mission.

This position requires access to controlled technology, as defined in the United States Export Administration Regulations (15 C.F.R. § 730, et seq.). Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to access such controlled technology prior to beginning work. Business demands may require ASML to proceed with candidates who are immediately eligible to access controlled technology.

Diversity and inclusion

ASML is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a driving force in the success of our company.

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