Patent Agent

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Patent Agent in Boston, MA. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background and a passion for patent law, focusing on patent prosecution and providing technical assistance in litigation and corporate matters.

Duties

• Conduct patent prosecution and manage patent portfolios.
• Provide technical assistance in litigation and corporate matters.
• Collaborate with attorneys and technical advisors on patent-related projects.

Requirements

• Two or more years of patent prosecution experience.
• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Bioinformatics, Biostatistics, or Physics, or equivalent experience.
• Passed the patent bar exam.
• Superior technological background and academic credentials.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills.

Education

• M.S. or higher preferred.

Certifications

• Patent bar certification required.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly.
• Proficiency in patent-related software and databases.

Benefits

• Healthcare and Life Insurance.
• Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Wellbeing programs.
• Tuition reimbursement for law school.