Technical Specialist / Patent Agent

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a highly qualified Technical Specialist or Patent Agent to join their team in Fargo, ND. The ideal candidate will have 2-5 years of experience in high-tech patent prosecution, with proficiency in patent searching and drafting patentability, freedom-to-operate, and other IP-related opinions.

Duties

• Conduct patent searches and draft patentability opinions.
• Prepare freedom-to-operate and other IP-related opinions.
• Support complex patent prosecution matters.

Requirements

• 2-5 years of experience in high-tech patent prosecution.
• Proficiency in patent searching and drafting IP-related opinions.
• Self-motivated and collaborative with intellectual curiosity.

Education

• Advanced degree in electrical engineering, computer science, computer engineering, software engineering, data science, artificial intelligence, or a related technical field.

Certifications

• Prior experience as a patent agent or in a law firm or industry setting is strongly preferred.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health care plan.
• Retirement plan.
• Parental leave.
• Short and long-term disability coverage.