Get to Know Climeworks
Climeworks is a leading provider of high-quality carbon removal solutions, leveraging decades of expertise in Direct Air Capture (DAC) technology along with a comprehensive approach to carbon management. Our mission is to advise companies on effective carbon removal strategies and deliver tailored portfolios that integrate nature-based and engineered methods, facilitating their journey toward net-zero goals.
As the operator of the world's first two DAC plants located in Iceland, we exemplify our commitment to high-quality carbon removal backed by over 15 years of pioneering research, development, and implementation. By promoting the most reliable solutions in the market, Climeworks accelerates the global transition to net-zero, creating economic value for businesses, governments, and society as a whole.
We cultivate a dynamic environment and are in the process of building a globally purpose-driven team. We seek disruptive thinkers, passionate achievers, and inspiring leaders ready to confront the world’s most pressing challenges.
Will you join us?
Your Mission
Job Description
- Patent Advisory and Innovation Mining: Advise on patenting and related matters while fostering sustainable innovation across the organization.
- IP and Inventor Enablement: Facilitate the management of IP topics by guiding inventors and ensuring their readiness for future projects.
- Technology and Product Landscape Monitoring: Continuously monitor product innovations and the evolving technology landscape at Climeworks.
- Inventor and Expert Interface: Serve as the essential bridge between inventors and innovation protection experts, ensuring efficient communication and collaboration.
- Patent Portfolio and Scientific Analysis: Conduct a deep analysis of Climeworks’ patent portfolio and relevant scientific literature to provide valuable technical insights.
- Core Technology Ownership: Take ownership of core technology domains with a focus on patent filing and ongoing maintenance.
- Continuous Improvement: Refine and streamline Climeworks’ innovation mining and protection approaches to help maintain our position as an industry leader.
Your Story
Requirements
- Scientific and Technical Foundation: A background in science or engineering with a broad, practical understanding of diverse technical topics and a curious technical mindset.
- Patent Qualification and Legal Expertise: A qualified patent attorney (CH, EU, and/or US) with solid knowledge of EU and US patent laws.
- Experience: A minimum of 5 years of experience in patent prosecution and active management of patent portfolios.
- Working Style: Trustworthy and reliable, with the ability to drive projects to completion independently supported by a strategic mindset.
- Adaptability and Agility: Capable of swiftly adapting to new challenges and shifting focus as priorities evolve in a dynamic environment.
- Language Proficiency: Proficiency in English, both spoken and written.
Nice to Have:
- Experience in patent litigation.
- Previous in-house roles in multinational companies.
- Robust expertise in engineering, chemistry, or both.
- Experience driving cross-functional projects to successful outcomes.
- Conversational ability in German.
What We Offer
- Time Off: Enjoy 25 paid vacation days annually, in addition to public holidays.
- Flexibility: Choose a work style that suits you with a hybrid setup and the option of up to 4 weeks of remote work annually within any EU country.
- Ownership: Competitive base pay paired with an equity package to acknowledge your valuable contributions.
- Family Support: Inclusive parental leave policies.
- Continuous Learning: A dedicated budget to support your professional growth.
- Referral Rewards: Contribute to team growth and earn bonuses for successful referrals.
- Salary: Salary ranges are determined based on the level of seniority and the market median for similar roles, with individual compensation reflecting your skills, experience, and contributions.
Formalities
This position is based in Opfikon, Zurich, and we ask that you work on-site at least three days per week. The percentage indicated in the job title suggests flexibility—choose full-time or part-time based on what suits you best.
Apply online using the form below. Please note that only applications matching the job profile will be considered.