Amanda Kay Wright
Patent Specialist, Contracts and IP at Semiconductor Research Corporation- Claim this Profile
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Credentials
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Notary Public
State of North Carolina
Experience
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Semiconductor Research Corporation
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United States
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Research Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Patent Specialist, Contracts and IP
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Feb 2015 - Present
In this role, I employed my experience in patent operations by efficiently organizing, managing, and controlling all tasks related to patent prosecution. This included handling office actions, issuances, docket filings, timely deadline submissions, and maintenance fees. I demonstrated my proficiency in navigating the USPTO website, effectively utilizing its resources and tools for patent-related tasks. Additionally, I ensure compliance with reporting requirements and streamline administrative processes related to intellectual property. As the first point of contact for receipt of Invention Disclosures from SRC-funded university research, I ensured the accurate preparation of invention disclosures and supporting documents for submittal to designated legal counsel upon SRC sponsorship approval.• Entered and maintained IP and patent information in SRC database, generating reports to track and analyze patent portfolio data effectively. • Fostered effective communication with universities, maintaining regular correspondence regarding approvals/non-approvals, patent firm engagement, patent application status, and invoicing. • Collaborated closely with patent attorneys/firms, providing necessary information, anticipating needs, and ensuring efficient docket tracking and ongoing communications. • Developed and maintained strong relationships with universities and patent firms, establishing a positive rapport and facilitating smooth operations. • Conducted comprehensive reviews and coding of patent-related invoices, ensuring accurate billing and appropriate allocation of funds across SRC research programs. • Negotiated with patent firms on fees, invoicing, and budgetary matters, optimizing financial resources and cost-effectiveness. • Liaised with accounting department to generate monthly IP budget reports, working with Program Managers to confirm budget distribution among IP university sponsorships. Successfully managed a $600K IP annual budget. Show less
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Administrative and Contracts Assistant
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Jan 2011 - Feb 2015
Here, I provided valuable administrative support and assistance on contract matters, offering expertise and guidance as needed. I also cultivated and nurtured positive relationships with universities, fostering collaboration and partnership. Additionally, I ensured the input and maintenance of accurate research and contract information and data in TED, meeting all defined input deadlines and maintaining data integrity. • Led and coordinated the Research Management Committee, overseeing logistics, agenda creation, facilitation, and action plan development. • Played a crucial role in preparing various reports requested by management, including contracts status updates, amendments on hold, RMC meeting notes, and similar documents. • Successfully facilitated and managed onsite Research Development and Advisory Board meetings for noteworthy conferences, including the Workshop in Washington DC 2013 and the Workshop in San Diego 2014. Show less
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The US Oncology Network
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Hospitals and Health Care
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700 & Above Employee
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Business Development Specialist, Community-Based Oncology Practices
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Sep 2009 - Sep 2010
• Identified and contacted community-based Oncology Sites that met criteria.• Interacted with site personnel including physicians, nurses, and practice administrators. Initiated communication and kept historical record and identified creative ways for enhancing these relationships.• Provided support to the Clinical Trial Development Team and assisted with special departmental projects.
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Program Coordinator, Oncology Research Development
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Jul 2007 - Sep 2009
• Served as a liaison between Research Development, USON Corporate and sponsors.• Collaborated with Clinical Trial Development Managers, CRC's, PM's and Regulatory to ensure that study procedures and processes were in alignment. Identified and coordinated study protocol reviews. (Annually GCP certified)• Coordinated and managed the Lung, Breast, GI, GU, Gyn, Hematology and Developmental Therapeutics Disease Committees and to ensure that monthly meeting materials were provided accurately and in a timely manner. Organized monthly Research Executive Committee meetings.• Facilitated Research Development and Advisory Board meetings to ensure the logistics, activities, and functions were executed seamlessly and professionally as planned. Facilitated and managed (onsite) Research Development and Advisory Board meetings for the following conferences:• 2007Annual Research Forum -Dallas, TX• 2008 Drug Development Working Group- Dallas, TX• 2008 ASCO (American Society for Clinical Oncology) Chicago, IL• 2008 Annual Research Forum - Dallas, TX• 2009 Drug Development Working Group - Dallas, TX• 2009 ASCO(American Society for Clinical Oncology)Orlando, FL• 2009TOP(TransitionalOncologyProgram)-The Woodlands, TX• 2009(January)PersonalizedScienceClearinghouseHouston, TX• 2009 (March) Personalized Science Clearinghouse - The Woodlands, TX Show less
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Education
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Penn Foster College
Associate of Science - AS, Paralegal Studies -
Remington College
Associate of Science - AS, Business Technology -
University of Southwest Louisiana
General Studies -
DeVry University
General Studies
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