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

A law firm in Houston is seeking a qualified Mid-level Medical Devices and Mechanical Engineering Patent Prosecution Patent Agent to join their dynamic team. The ideal candidate should possess a high level of academic achievement solid law firm, engineering, or industry experience, along with superb writing and communication skills. The candidate must have a degree in biomedical or mechanical engineering and other engineering disciplines coupled with substantial patent experience with medical devices and/or mechanical products will be considered. Admission to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is required.

Duties:

• Conduct patent preparation and prosecution activities for medical devices and mechanical engineering inventions.
• Collaborate with inventors and legal teams to gather necessary information for patent applications.
• Perform prior art searches and analyze relevant technical literature.
• Draft patent applications and responses to office actions.
• Evaluate and respond to correspondence from the USPTO.
• Provide legal advice and counsel on patent-related matters.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in biomedical or mechanical engineering.
• 3+ years of relevant patent preparation and prosecution experience.
• Admission to the USPTO.

Education:

Bachelor's degree in biomedical or mechanical engineering.

Certifications:

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

Skills:

• Strong academic background and achievement.
• The solid law firm, engineering, or industry experience.
• Excellent writing and communication skills.
• Proficiency in conducting prior art searches and analyzing technical literature.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with inventors and legal teams.
• Knowledge of patent preparation and prosecution processes.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Legal advice and counseling on patent-related matters.

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