Mid-level Patent Agent

3-8 yrs required

Full-time

No

The law firm is seeking a highly qualified Mid-level Patent Agent with a strong academic background, solid law firm or industry experience, and exceptional writing and communication skills. The ideal candidate should have a degree in electrical engineering or computer science and possess expertise in patent prosecution, specifically in electrical engineering or software-related technologies. Additionally, experience in data science/AI, networking technologies (especially network security), and machine learning/artificial intelligence with a focus on hardware security is highly encouraged. Admission to the USPTO is a prerequisite for this role.

Duties:

• Conduct patent searches and analyze prior art to assess patentability.
• Draft and prosecute patent applications in the fields of electrical engineering, computer science, data science/AI, networking technologies, and machine learning/artificial intelligence.
• Provide technical and legal advice to clients on patent-related matters.
• Collaborate with inventors, attorneys, and clients to gather necessary information for patent applications.
• Respond to office actions and communicate with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

Requirements:

• Bachelor's or higher degree in electrical engineering or computer science.
• Admission to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
• 4+ years of relevant patent preparation and prosecution experience.
• Strong academic achievement and a record of success in previous patent-related roles.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Experience:

• Expertise in patent prosecution in electrical engineering or software-related technologies.
• Experience in data science/AI, networking technologies (especially network security), and machine learning/artificial intelligence with a focus on hardware security.

Skills:

• Proficient in conducting patent searches and analyzing prior art.
• Exceptional drafting and prosecuting skills for patent applications.
• Strong technical and legal advisory skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with inventors, attorneys, and clients.
• Detail-oriented and capable of managing multiple tasks simultaneously.

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