Patent Agent

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Patent Agent to join its Intellectual Property team in Rochester, NY. The successful candidate will contribute to the drafting and prosecution of patent applications in various chemical fields.

Duties

• Draft U.S. and international patent applications related to small-molecule chemistry, pharmaceuticals, polymers, and chemical processes.
• Prepare and file responses with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) and coordinate patent prosecution with foreign associates.
• Analyze invention disclosures and confer with inventors to assess patentability.
• Conduct prior art searches and patentability assessments.
• Identify arguments for office action responses based on examiner's rejections and cited references.

Requirements

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines and anticipate needs.
• Three years of full-time experience as a Patent Agent.

Education

• Master's or PhD in chemistry or a related field.

Certifications

• Registered before the USPTO in good standing.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in patent drafting and prosecution.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life and long-term disability insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• 401(k) plan.
• Paid Time Off.
• Pension plan.