Patent Agent needed for San Francisco office

Max 10 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm in San Francisco is seeking a Patent Agent with a background in aerospace engineering and engine technology. The ideal candidate should be a registered patent agent with examining experience at the . PTO or patent drafting experience in a law firm setting. Holding undergraduate and/or graduate degrees in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, electrical engineering, or computer science is essential. Previous experience as a patent examiner is strongly preferred, with industry experience considered a plus. The candidate must possess excellent academic credentials, strong writing skills, and sharp analytical ability.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct patent drafting and prosecution for clients in the aerospace engineering and engine technology sectors.
• Provide technical and legal advice on patent matters.
• Collaborate with inventors, attorneys, and stakeholders to understand and protect innovations.
• Conduct patent searches and analysis to assess the patentability of inventions.
• Prepare and file patent applications with the . Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
• Respond to office actions and other communications from the USPTO.
• Stay informed about changes in patent laws and regulations.
• Assist in the development and execution of patent strategies.

Requirements:

• Background in aerospace engineering and engine technology.
• Registered patent agent with examining experience at the . PTO or patent drafting experience in a law firm setting.
• Undergraduate and/or graduate degrees in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, electrical engineering, or computer science.
• Strong preference for previous experience as a patent examiner.
• Industry experience is a plus.
• Excellent academic credentials.

Education:

• Undergraduate and/or graduate degrees in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, electrical engineering, or computer science.
• Certifications:
• Registered patent agent.

Skills:

• Strong patent drafting and prosecution skills.
• Technical and legal analysis abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Sharp analytical and problem-solving ability.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.

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