Patent Technical Specialist

Max 3 yrs required

Full-time

No

H1: Patent Technical Specialist - Law Firm Job Opportunity at Nixon Peabody
H2: Assist with Patent Research, Preparation, and Prosecution Activities

Are you a highly skilled technical specialist with a passion for intellectual property? Nixon Peabody, a leading law firm, is seeking a Patent Technical Specialist to join our team and support our clients with patent research, application preparation, and prosecution activities. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a dynamic and innovative team, while also having the chance to learn and grow in a fast-paced environment.

As a Patent Technical Specialist at Nixon Peabody, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on our clients' businesses by leveraging your strong scientific background and expertise in patent law. You will interface with our attorneys and staff, as well as other entities, to develop and recommend patent strategies. This position offers a hybrid work schedule, providing flexibility and work-life balance.

At Nixon Peabody, we value diversity and foster a collaborative and inclusive culture. We offer fast growth opportunities, training in both business and law, and a supportive and energizing work environment. If you are someone who is forward-thinking and driven to make a difference, we would love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

- Conduct literature and patent searching under attorney supervision
- Review file histories of patents
- Analyze literature and patent databases to assess patentability of inventions
- Assist with prosecution of patent applications under attorney supervision
- Prepare patent applications under attorney supervision
- Additional duties as assigned

Requirements:

- 0-3 years of patent experience, with a preference for post-doctoral or related experience
- Advanced scientific degree (., .) or Bachelor's Degree in technical discipline with relevant experience
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
- Technical writing skills
- Ability to maintain working relationships with others involved in a legal matter
- Sound judgement and inquiring disposition
- Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and meet deadlines
- Strong scientific and technical knowledge
- Awareness of key sources for case law and preparing arguments
- Understanding of patent prosecution procedures, requirements, and lifecycle
- Basic knowledge of patentability, validity, and infringement concepts
- Ability to apply rules and guidelines within the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure
- Proficiency in conducting and evaluating basic patent and literature searches
- Ability to prepare key facts and observations for responses and opinions

Salary Information:

- Chicago, IL: $98,949 to $150,943
- Washington, DC: $103,252 to $157,505
- Boston, MA: $103,252 to $157,505
- Los Angeles, CA: $103,252 to $157,505
- San Francisco, CA: $107,554 to $164,068

*Note: This salary range is subject to change and may be supplemented with additional contingent compensation based on various factors.

At Nixon Peabody, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of disability, gender identity, minority status, sexual orientation, or veteran status. We comply with all applicable federal laws, including E-Verify, to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all newly-hired employees.

Join our team and be a part of a firm that values your unique skills and contributions. Apply now for this exciting opportunity.

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Standard benefits package, additional contingent compensation based on various factors

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patent research, patent application preparation, patent prosecution, literature searching, patent databases, patent strategies, scientific background, patentability assessment, legal research, case law, patent lifecycle, patent application structure, Manual of Patent Examining Procedure, patent and literature searching, legal writing, communication, deadline management, docket monitoring, practice group procedures, work performance evaluation, contingent compensation, E-Verify

Advanced scientific degree (M.S., Ph.D.) or Bachelor's Degree in technical discipline with relevant experience

Interested candidates should submit their application materials through the Nixon Peabody Careers page

Qualification and Experience Post-doctoral or other related experience preferred; Advanced scientific degree (M.S., Ph.D.) or Bachelor's Degree in technical discipline with relevant experience

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