Patent Agent/Technical Advisor (Medtech)

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a highly motivated Patent Agent/Technical Advisor to join its patent counseling and prosecution practice in Reston, VA. The candidate should possess industry experience and a degree in material, chemical, mechanical, or biomedical engineering.

Duties

• Conduct prior art database searches for patentability and freedom to operate analyses.
• Analyze patent and scientific papers to assist attorneys in patent prosecution, counseling, and litigation.
• Draft patent applications and responses to office actions.

Requirements

• Industry experience in chemical engineering or material science.
• Broad scientific knowledge in mechanical or biomedical engineering.
• Superb technical, written, and verbal communication skills in English.
• Initiative and ability to work well with others.
• Registered US patent agent or eligibility to sit for the USPTO registration exam.

Education

• Degree in material, chemical, mechanical, or biomedical engineering (or related field).
• Advanced degree is a plus.

Certifications

• Registered US patent agent or eligibility for USPTO registration exam.

Skills

• Technical expertise in relevant engineering disciplines.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Ability to learn quickly and collaborate effectively.

Benefits

• Law school tuition assistance for patent agent candidates.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts.
• Pre-tax commuter benefits.
• Life insurance and AD&D coverage.
• Long-term care and backup care benefits.
• Generous parental leave and fertility benefits.
• Four weeks of vacation and two weeks of sick time per year.
• 10 paid holidays annually.

Creative lawyering in a laid back environment is big draw for associates at this Amlaw firm. This California-based firm is highly regarded as one of the most innovative firms in the market. The firm is best known for its technology work and life sciences clients, and is generally recognized as the top legal provider for emerging companies. The California culture of the firm fosters a collaborative and social workplace, while the sophisticated training and meaningful attorney mentorship help develop associates into world class lawyers.