Patent Agent

1-10 yrs required

Full-time

No

Job Overview: A law firm based in Winston-Salem, NC, is seeking a highly qualified Patent Agent with a strong background in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of patent prosecution experience and be admitted to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). This position requires excellent academic credentials, exceptional interpersonal skills, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively within a dynamic legal team.

Duties:

• Conduct patent prosecution activities, including drafting and prosecuting patent applications.
• Collaborate with attorneys and clients to understand invention disclosures and provide strategic advice on patent matters.
• Perform prior art searches and analyze technical literature to support patentability assessments.
• Assist in the preparation and prosecution of patent applications related to chemical and organic chemistry technologies.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years of in-house or law firm patent prosecution experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering (.) or . in Chemistry/Organic Chemistry.
• Admission to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
• Excellent academic credentials.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering (.), or
• . in Chemistry, or
• . in Organic Chemistry.

Certifications:

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

Skills:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills to engage effectively with clients, attorneys, and staff.
• A proactive approach to learning and adapting to new skills and best practices.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.

Additional Skills:

• Agility to respond to unexpected challenges and develop innovative solutions.
• Confidence to identify and analyze issues and make informed decisions.
• Professional demeanor and good judgment in various situations.

Job Location: Winston-Salem, NC

Benefits offered:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Care.
• Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Wellness Program and Employee Assistance Program.
• Competitive Base Pay with Performance Recognition.
• Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO) Plus 10 Paid Holidays.
• ABA, State, and Local Bar Membership Fee Reimbursement.
• 401(k) with Company Contribution.
• Short-Term Disability Plan and Long-Term Disability Plan.
• Life Insurance and Critical Illness Insurance.
• Parental/Family Leave.

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