Patent Agent needed for Salt Lake City office

A law firm is seeking a Patent Agent to join their team in Salt Lake City. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electrical engineering or biotechnology, along with prior experience in patent law. The Patent Agent will work closely with inventors to identify patentable inventions, draft patent applications, and assist in the patent application process. The role requires strong research skills and the ability to communicate effectively with clients and the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.

Duties:

• Work hand-in-hand with inventors on newly created products
• Assist in the identification of patentable inventions
• Research current patented technologies to best assist clients in patentable work
• Draft patent applications with the assistance of the patent team
• Track the patent application process from initial application to granted patent to ensure the team remains on track
• Complete ability searches regularly
• Solve client challenges and respond to client needs
• Respond to office actions and correspond with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
• Consistently meet billable hour requirements
• Assist patent attorneys with the preparation and prosecution of patent applications

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in science or engineering
• Master’s Degree or PhD desired
• USPTO Registration required
• 3+ years of professional experience
• Backgrounds in electrical engineering or biotechnology
• Prior experience working in the area of patent law

Skills:

• Strong research skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Proficiency in MS Office suite and patent search databases