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

A law firm is currently seeking a Mid-level Medical Devices and Mechanical Engineering Patent Prosecution Patent Agent to join the dynamic team in Raleigh. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in patent preparation and prosecution, focusing on medical devices and mechanical engineering. This position requires a candidate with a high level of academic achievement, solid law firm or industry experience, and exceptional writing and communication skills. The individual should hold a degree in biomedical or mechanical engineering, and other engineering disciplines coupled with significant patent experience in medical devices and/or mechanical products will be considered. Admission to the USPTO is mandatory for this role.

Duties:

• Conduct patent searches and analyze prior art to assess patentability.
• Draft patent applications and responses to office actions.
• Communicate with inventors, attorneys, and clients to gather necessary information for patent prosecution.
• Collaborate with legal teams to develop and implement patent strategies.
• Stay abreast of developments in patent law and relevant technologies.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's or advanced degree in biomedical or mechanical engineering.
• 3+ years of relevant patent preparation and prosecution experience.
• Admission to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is required.
• Strong understanding of medical devices and mechanical engineering principles.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

Education:

Bachelor's or advanced degree in biomedical or mechanical engineering.

Certifications:

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

Skills:

• Solid understanding of patent laws and regulations.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in conducting patent searches and analyzing prior art.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.

Ranked as one of the Best Client Relationships firm and as one of the top Best Known Firms in the nation, the attorneys in this firm are invested in understanding their clients? businesses from all angels, including the risks, challenges, and issues affecting their industries. This AmLaw 100 firm values diversity and inclusion. Attorneys strive to build true partnerships with the firm?s clients. The firm invests in its associates by providing opportunities for professional development based on each person?s desired career path. The goal is to give each individual the opportunity to achieve their best and take pride in their performance and quality of work. Compensation at this firm is competitive with peer firms in the region.