Patent Agent (bio)

Min 3 yrs required

Full-time

No

Baker Botts . Patent Agent (Bio)

H1: Patent Agent (Bio) Opportunity at Baker Botts .

Baker Botts . is currently seeking an experienced IP Patent Agent with a background in biomedical engineering, mechanical engineering, physics, material science, or related medical device technology. The applicant should have a minimum of 3 years of experience in patent prosecution, as well as some experience in patent portfolio analysis, due diligence, or other IP transactional matters. Experience in PTAB proceedings is a plus, but not required. The successful applicant must have an excellent academic record and be registered to practice before the . Patent and Trademark Office.

H2: Job Requirements

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in biomedical engineering, mechanical engineering, physics, material science, or related medical device technology preferred with relevant research experience; or Master’s or PhD in a related field.
• Qualified to sit for the patent bar; preferably already licensed to practice before USPTO.
• Ability to analyze, interpret, and draw inferences from research findings, and prepare reports. Strong investigative and problem resolution skills.
• Knowledge of principles, procedures, and standards for drafting a range of complex patent documentation in area of expertise. Knowledge of current and emerging developments and trends within area of expertise.
• Advanced working knowledge of research principles, methods, techniques, and resources.
• Strong interpersonal skills; ability to work effectively with a wide range of individuals.
• Ability to organize and prioritize numerous tasks and complete them under time constraints.
• Advanced oral and written communication skills. Ability to effectively communicate complex factual, technical information.
• Knowledge of and use of time management software. Knowledge of Outlook, Word, and Excel programs. Familiarity with prosecution docketing systems.
• Ability to understand and comply with confidentiality issues and ethical responsibilities.
• This role may be hybrid and will require a minimum of three days per week (or at least 60%) present in the office, and up to two days per week (40%) may be performed remotely.

H2: Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The Patent Agent (Bio) will be responsible for the following duties:

• Prepare draft patent applications, ability to incorporate scientific aspects of inventions.
• Prepare draft responses to communications from . and foreign patent offices with regard to factual and other scientific matters.
• Evaluate and report on the technological aspects of inventions and other scientific matters. Investigate general and specific technologies as needed. Discuss scientific aspects of inventions with clients and inventors.
• Identify and analyze complex patent issues and problems and implement solutions.
• Communicate with, and act as liaison between, inventors and Patent & Trademark Office in connection with all aspects of patent application process.
• Communicate face-to-face, e-mail and telephone with staff, clients, and PTO personnel.
• Interact professionally with clients, lawyers, and employees at all levels and provide information with ordinary courtesy and tact while safeguarding confidentiality.
• Organize and prioritize numerous tasks and complete them under time constraints in an efficient and cost-effective manner.
• Stay abreast of technology trends and make recommendations regarding technology needs.
• Undertake continuing education and remain abreast of current patent prosecution issues and trends, as required to maintain appropriate accreditation in the field.
• Enter, maintain, and analyze data that the Firm uses specifically for lawyer and staff reports, including running and distributing the reports as needed.

H2: Salary Range and Application Deadline

The salary range for the Patent Agent (Bio) position based in the NYC office of Baker Botts . is $120,000 to $200,000, depending on experience level. The application deadline for this position is Jan 24, 2031.

Yes

Patent Prosecution, Patent Portfolio Analysis, Due Diligence, IP Transactional Matters, PTAB Proceedings

Bachelor’s degree in biomedical engineering, mechanical engineering, physics, material science or related medical device technology preferred with relevant research experience; or Master’s or PhD in a related field.

unicate face-to-face, e-mail and telephone with staff, clients, and pto personnel. enter, maintain, and analyze data that the firm uses specifically for lawyer and staff reports, including running and distributing the reports as needed

Qualification and Experience Bachelor’s degree in biomedical engineering, mechanical engineering, physics, material science or related medical device technology preferred with relevant research experience; or Master’s or PhD in a related field. Qualified to sit for the patent bar; preferably already licensed to practice before USPTO.

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