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

A law firm in Washington, DC is seeking a qualified and experienced Mid-level Medical Devices and Mechanical Engineering Patent Prosecution Patent Agent. The ideal candidate should possess a high level of academic achievement, solid law firm, engineering, or industry experience, superb writing and communication skills, and a degree in biomedical or mechanical engineering. Other engineering disciplines, coupled with substantial patent experience with medical devices and/or mechanical products, are acceptable. Admission to the USPTO is required.

Duties:

• Conduct patent searches and analyze prior art to assess patentability.
• Draft patent applications for medical devices and mechanical engineering innovations.
• Collaborate with inventors, engineers, and legal teams to gather necessary information for patent prosecution.
• Respond to patent office actions and communicate effectively with patent examiners.
• Provide legal advice on patent-related matters and assist in the development of intellectual property strategies.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in biomedical or mechanical engineering.
• Admission to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is mandatory.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant patent preparation and prosecution experience.
• Strong understanding of patent laws, rules, and regulations.

Education:

Bachelor's degree in biomedical or mechanical engineering.

Certifications:

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

Skills:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Solid understanding of medical devices and mechanical engineering principles.
• Proficient in conducting patent searches and analyzing prior art.
• Ability to draft clear and comprehensive patent applications.
• Strong interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with inventors and legal teams.

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