Patent Agent/Tech Advisor

A law firm in Chicago is seeking a qualified Patent Agent/Tech Advisor with industry experience and knowledge in chemical engineering or material science. The ideal candidate should have substantive industry experience and a degree in material science, chemical, mechanical, or biomedical engineering (or a related field).

Job Overview:

• Conduct prior art searches for patentability and freedom to operate analyses.
• Analyze patent and scientific documents to assist patent attorneys in patent prosecution, counseling, and litigation.
• Draft patent applications and responses to office actions.
• Utilize superb technical, written, and verbal communication skills in English.
• Possess broad scientific knowledge in material science and/or chemical engineering, with an advanced degree being a plus.
• Must be a registered US patent agent or eligible to sit for the USPTO registration exam.

Duties:

• Conduct prior art database searches to assess patentability and freedom to operate.
• Analyze patent and scientific papers to support patent prosecution, counseling, and litigation efforts.
• Draft patent applications and responses to office actions under the supervision of patent attorneys.
• Communicate technical concepts effectively in written and verbal form.
• Collaborate with attorneys and clients to understand and address their needs.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's or advanced degree in material science, chemical, mechanical, or biomedical engineering, or a related field.
• Substantive industry experience in chemical engineering or material science.
• Strong technical, written, and verbal communication skills in English.
• Registration as a US patent agent or eligibility to sit for the USPTO registration exam.

Certifications:

Registration as a US patent agent or eligibility to sit for the USPTO registration exam.

Skills:

• Strong analytical and research skills.
• Ability to comprehend and communicate complex technical concepts.
• Proficiency in conducting prior art searches and analyzing patent documents.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.
• Collaboration and teamwork abilities.

Benefits Offered:

• Full range of elective benefits including medical, dental, vision, and flexible spending accounts.
• Life insurance, AD&D, LTD coverage, and other parental support benefits.
• Vacation time accrual, sick time, and paid holidays.