Patent Agent

1-8 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm seeks a Patent Agent to collaborate closely with esteemed clients in drafting and prosecuting electronic and software-related patent applications for pioneering technologies. The ideal candidate should possess a background in electrical engineering, computer engineering, physics, or a related science, coupled with robust expertise in computer systems or machine learning. This position requires 2-5 years of experience, including at least 2 years in patent preparation and prosecution, and admission to practice before the USPTO.

Duties:

• Draft patent applications for electronic and software-related inventions.
• Conduct thorough research and analysis to support patent prosecution efforts.
• Collaborate with clients and attorneys to understand technological innovations and their patentability.
• Prepare responses to USPTO office actions and communicate effectively with examiners.
• Assist in patent portfolio management and strategy development.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, physics, or a related science.
• Strong understanding of computer systems or machine learning principles.
• 2-5 years of professional experience, including at least 2 years in patent preparation and prosecution.
• Admission to practice before the USPTO.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, physics, or a related science.

Certifications:

• Admission to practice before the USPTO.

Skills:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in drafting patent applications and responses to office actions.
• Strong analytical and research capabilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.

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