Mid-level Medical Devices and Mechanical Engineering Patent Prosecution Patent Agent

2-10 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm in Miami is seeking a Mid-level Medical Devices and Mechanical Engineering Patent Prosecution Patent Agent with a strong academic background, substantial law firm or industry experience, and exceptional writing and communication skills. The ideal candidate will hold a degree in biomedical or mechanical engineering, or possess other engineering disciplines coupled with significant patent experience in medical devices and/or mechanical products. Admission to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is a prerequisite for this role.

Duties:

• Conduct patent searches and analyses to assess the patentability of inventions in the medical devices and mechanical engineering domains.
• Collaborate with inventors and attorneys to draft high-quality patent applications.
• Prosecute patent applications before the USPTO, including responding to office actions and participating in examiner interviews.
• Provide strategic counseling to clients regarding patent portfolio development and management.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in biomedical or mechanical engineering (or related engineering discipline).
• 3+ years of relevant patent preparation and prosecution experience.
• Admission to the USPTO.

Education:

Bachelor's degree in biomedical or mechanical engineering (or related engineering discipline).

Certifications:

Admission to the USPTO.

Skills:

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively with inventors, attorneys, and clients.
• In-depth knowledge of patent laws and regulations.
• Proficiency in conducting patent searches and analyses.

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