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

2-10 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm in Atlanta is seeking a qualified Mid-level Medical Devices and Mechanical Engineering Patent Prosecution Patent Agent to join their team. The ideal candidate should demonstrate a high level of academic achievement, possess solid law firm, engineering, or industry experience, and exhibit 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 in medical devices and/or mechanical products, will be considered. Admission to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is a mandatory requirement.

Duties:

• Conduct thorough patent searches and analyses to assess the patentability of inventions related to medical devices and mechanical engineering.
• Collaborate with inventors, engineers, and legal professionals to gather necessary information for patent preparation and prosecution.
• Draft and prosecute patent applications for clients in compliance with USPTO regulations and guidelines.
• Provide legal advice on patent-related matters, including infringement and validity opinions.
• Assist in the development and implementation of patent strategies for clients in the medical devices and mechanical engineering sectors.
• Conduct due diligence reviews and intellectual property audits.

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 United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is mandatory.
• 3+ years of relevant patent preparation and prosecution experience.
• High level of academic achievement.
• Solid law firm, engineering, or industry experience.
• Superb writing and communication skills.

Education:

Bachelor's degree in biomedical or mechanical engineering. Advanced degrees or additional certifications are a plus.

Certifications:

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

Skills:

• Strong analytical and research skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency in patent search tools and databases.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to accuracy.
• Time management and organizational skills to handle multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.

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