Patent Agent

2-5 yrs required

Full-time

No

Job Overview:
A law firm in Saint Louis, MO, is seeking a skilled Patent Agent to manage and execute patent-related tasks with precision and professionalism. The ideal candidate will possess expertise in patent prosecution, with a focus on cutting-edge technologies such as Software Development/Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, and Machine Learning.

Duties:

• Draft, file, and prosecute patent applications on behalf of clients
• Conduct due diligence, landscape analysis, freedom-to-operate analysis, and validity assessments
• Support patent litigation activities including discovery, depositions, motion practice, and trials
• Prepare responses to patent application rejections from various Patent Offices
• Collaborate with clients on innovative technologies to secure patent protection and develop IP portfolios
• Establish and maintain internal procedures and technology for efficient patent-related information management
• Communicate professionally with internal and external stakeholders at all levels
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines consistently
• Adapt to changing work priorities and work well under pressure
• Provide constructive feedback and question authority when necessary

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, electrical engineering, physics, or related field
• 3 years of experience in patent prosecution
• Industry experience in Software Development/Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, and/or Machine Learning preferred
• Registered with the US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)

Skills:

• Advanced writing skills with the ability to communicate complex ideas clearly and concisely
• Strong research capabilities
• Excellent project management and organizational skills
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Creative thinking and good judgment
• Flexibility and adaptability to changing work environments
• Diplomacy and professionalism in interactions with colleagues and clients

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