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

2-10 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm in Washington, DC is seeking a qualified Mid-level Medical Devices and Mechanical Engineering Patent Prosecution Patent Agent to join their dynamic team. The ideal candidate should possess a high level of academic achievement solid law firm, engineering, or industry experience, along with superb writing and communication skills. The candidate must hold a degree in biomedical or mechanical engineering, although other engineering disciplines coupled with substantial patent experience with medical devices and/or mechanical products will be considered. Admission to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is a prerequisite for this position.

Duties:

• Conducting patentability searches and preparing opinions.
• Drafting and prosecuting patent applications related to medical devices and mechanical engineering.
• Analyzing and responding to office actions from the USPTO.
• Collaborating with inventors, attorneys, and other professionals to gather necessary information.
• Providing strategic advice on intellectual property matters.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's or advanced degree in biomedical or mechanical engineering.
• Admission to the USPTO.
• 3+ years of relevant patent preparation and prosecution experience.
• High level of academic achievement.

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 law and prosecution processes.
• Excellent research and analytical skills.
• Superb written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in patent-related software and tools.

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