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

2-10 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm in Wilmington is seeking a Mid-level Medical Devices and Mechanical Engineering Patent Prosecution Patent Agent. The ideal candidate will have a strong academic background, solid law firm or industry experience, and excellent writing and communication skills. The primary focus of this role is patent preparation and prosecution with a specialization in medical devices and mechanical engineering.

Duties:

• Conducting patent searches and analyzing prior art to assess patentability.
• Drafting, filing, and prosecuting patent applications before the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
• Collaborating with inventors and technical experts to understand inventions and extract essential information for patent drafting.
• Providing legal advice on patent strategy and portfolio management.
• Conducting patent-related due diligence and infringement analysis.
• Managing and maintaining client relationships, ensuring client satisfaction and effective communication.

Requirements:

• A degree in biomedical or mechanical engineering other engineering disciplines with substantial patent experience in medical devices and/or mechanical products will be considered.
• Admission to the USPTO is mandatory.
• High level of academic achievement.

Education:

Bachelor's degree in biomedical or mechanical engineering. Advanced degree (Master's or .) is a plus.

Certifications:

Admission to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

Skills:

• Strong understanding of patent law and regulations.
• Excellent research and analytical skills.
• Superb writing and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with inventors and technical experts.
• Proficient in conducting patent searches and analyzing prior art.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in patent drafting.
• Client management and relationship-building skills.

Experience: 3+ years of relevant patent preparation and prosecution experience.

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