Patent Agent or Engineer

A law firm is seeking a Patent Agent or Engineer for their Chicago location. The Patent Agent or Engineer will be responsible for patent drafting, prosecution, and portfolio management. They must hold a degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Machine Learning, or Robotics. Experience in the AI field, including machine learning and data analytics, is preferred. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential for collaborating with clients, attorneys, and staff.

Duties:

• Draft patent applications in the fields of Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, AI, Data Science, Machine Learning, or Robotics
• Prosecute patent applications before the USPTO
• Conduct patent analysis and opinions of counsel
• Assist with inter partes reviews (IPRs)
• Manage patent portfolios
• Collaborate with clients, attorneys, and staff on patent matters
• Maintain confidentiality and discretion with sensitive information

Requirements:

• Bachelor's or higher degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Machine Learning, or Robotics
• 2+ years of patent drafting and prosecution experience at a firm or in-house
• Experience with portfolio management
• Admission to the USPTO (preferred)
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills

Education:

Bachelor's or higher degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Machine Learning, or Robotics

Certifications:

Admission to the USPTO (preferred)

Skills:

• Patent drafting and prosecution
• Portfolio management
• Experience in AI field (machine learning, data analytics)
• Knowledge of blockchain, distributed ledgers, video codecs, and cloud platforms (a plus)
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion

Benefits offered:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Elective/voluntary life, disability, and accident coverage
• Eligibility to participate in the firm's 401k plan for all full-time employees

Built on client focus, this firm has been nationally ranked in 15 practice areas by US News. This firm provides strategic, sophisticated, affordable counsel across the country and internationally. Attorneys at this firm focus on their clients' entire organization, not just on the legal matters. They work in collaborative, cross-practice teams which focus not only on legal and regulatory matters, but also on operational issues, market opportunities, and competitive advantage. Additionally, the attorneys at this firm have a deep understanding and experience in a number of industries subject to unique regulatory or rapidly changing market conditions.