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

2-10 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm is currently seeking a Mid-level Medical Devices and Mechanical Engineering Patent Prosecution Patent Agent to join the dynamic team in Raleigh. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in patent preparation and prosecution, focusing on medical devices and mechanical engineering. This position requires a candidate with a high level of academic achievement, solid law firm or industry experience, and exceptional writing and communication skills. The individual should hold a degree in biomedical or mechanical engineering, and other engineering disciplines coupled with significant patent experience in medical devices and/or mechanical products will be considered. Admission to the USPTO is mandatory for this role.

Duties:

• Conduct patent searches and analyze prior art to assess patentability.
• Draft patent applications and responses to office actions.
• Communicate with inventors, attorneys, and clients to gather necessary information for patent prosecution.
• Collaborate with legal teams to develop and implement patent strategies.
• Stay abreast of developments in patent law and relevant technologies.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's or advanced degree in biomedical or mechanical engineering.
• 3+ years of relevant patent preparation and prosecution experience.
• Admission to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is required.
• Strong understanding of medical devices and mechanical engineering principles.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

Education:

Bachelor's or advanced degree in biomedical or mechanical engineering.

Certifications:

Admission to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

Skills:

• Solid understanding of patent laws and regulations.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in conducting patent searches and analyzing prior art.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.

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