Why Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans (https://jobs.mayoclinic.org/benefits/) – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic. You’ll thrive in an environment that supports innovation, is committed to ending racism and supporting diversity, equity and inclusion, and provides the resources you need to succeed.

Responsibilities

The Operations Data Associate (ODA) assists in reviewing and docketing a variety of intellectual property related agreements including confidentiality, material transfer, joint invention and license agreements. The ODA dockets and maintains various entries related to proprietary Mayo Clinic technologies into a comprehensive intellectual property, contractual, and financial database. The incumbent is responsible for data accuracy, integrity and quality assurance of docketed entries, including the review of institutional intellectual property disclosures, deadlines, and associated documents. Reviews, distributes and processes intellectual property-related correspondence, including documentation received from external and internal legal counsel and business partners. The incumbent reviews and processes legal and non-legal related invoices for payment. The ODA communicates a wide variety of information to teams and individuals inside and outside of the department. A general understanding of the patent application and prosecution process, including knowledge of existing U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) practices, notifications and communications will be needed to effectively perform position responsibilities. Performs other operational support duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Requires 1-2 years post-secondary education or a H.S. diploma and 3-5 years of business operations, administrative support or information/data management experience. Bachelor's Degree in business or related field is recommended. Experience working within a technically oriented relational database is strongly preferred. Requires previous experience in a work situation demonstrating organizational ability, accuracy and a high attention to detail. Requires strong analytical skills, independent decision making, problem solving and ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. Must have strong human relations and communication skills, excellent clerical aptitude, math skills and accurate keyboarding skills. Must maintain strict confidentiality and handle a wide variety of confidential information in a sensitive manner. Requires sound decision-making and judgment capabilities. Contributes to a cooperative and productive atmosphere. Must be adaptable/flexible within a changing work environment and comfortable working with ambiguity. Must possess proficiency with computers including but not limited to Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Internet browsers and relational database experience.

Exemption Status

Nonexempt

Compensation Detail

$24.27 - $32.78 / hour

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Schedule

Full Time

Hours/Pay Period

80

Schedule Details

Monday - Friday 8am-5pm. Must live within driving distance of Rochester, MN campus for multiple required onsite in-person meetings monthly.

This vacancy is not eligible for sponsorship/ we will not sponsor or transfer visas for this position.

Weekend Schedule

Not Applicable

International Assignment

No

Site Description

Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is. (https://jobs.mayoclinic.org/alllocations)

Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer

As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.

Recruiter

Julie Melton

Equal opportunity

As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.