Patent Agent or Engineer

A law firm in Madison is seeking a Patent Agent or Engineer. The Patent Agent or Engineer will be responsible for patent drafting and prosecution, with a focus on electrical engineering, computer science, artificial intelligence, data science, machine learning, or robotics. Experience in AI-related fields, such as machine learning and data analytics, is preferred. Additionally, involvement with patent analysis/opinions of counsel and IPRs is advantageous. Excellent 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 provide opinions of counsel
• Manage patent portfolios
• Collaborate with internal and external clients, attorneys, and staff
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information

Requirements:

• Bachelor's or advanced 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 patent portfolio management
• Admission to the USPTO (preferred)
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to manage confidential information with discretion

Skills:

• Patent drafting and prosecution
• Knowledge of electrical engineering, computer science, AI, data science, machine learning, or robotics
• Experience with patent portfolio management
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a diverse team environment

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.