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

2-10 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm based in Houston is seeking a highly qualified Mid-level Medical Devices and Mechanical Engineering Patent Prosecution Patent Agent. The ideal candidate will possess a strong academic background, substantial law firm or industry experience, exceptional writing and communication skills, and a degree in biomedical or mechanical engineering. Candidates with other engineering disciplines and significant patent experience in medical devices and/or mechanical products will also be considered. Admission to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is required.

Duties:

• Conduct thorough analysis and research to assess the patentability of medical devices and mechanical engineering innovations.
• Draft, prepare, and prosecute patent applications in compliance with USPTO regulations and guidelines.
• Collaborate with inventors, attorneys, and technical experts to gather necessary information for patent prosecution.
• Provide legal advice on intellectual property matters related to medical devices and mechanical engineering.
• Assist in the development and implementation of patent strategies to protect the firm's clients' innovations.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in biomedical or mechanical engineering.
• Admission to the USPTO is mandatory.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant patent preparation and prosecution experience.
• Strong academic achievements with a focus on patent law or related fields.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Solid understanding of patent laws and regulations, particularly in the medical devices and mechanical engineering sectors.

Skills:

• Excellent research and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in drafting and prosecuting patent applications.
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills.
• In-depth knowledge of intellectual property laws and regulations.
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly and concisely.
• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy in work.

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