Technology Specialist in Electrical & Computer Technologies

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Technology Specialist in Electrical & Computer Technologies to join their team in Washington, D.C. The ideal candidate will have an advanced degree in electrical engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics, or a related field. Preferred office locations include Boston, New York, and Washington, D.C.

Duties

• Review technical disclosures and participate in client interviews to understand new inventions.
• Search literature and patent databases to determine the patentability of inventions.
• Draft written assessments of the prospects of obtaining patent protection.
• Write patent applications and prepare responses to communications from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
• Develop arguments for patentability to Patent Office Examiners.
• Review patents as part of the IP due diligence for potential acquisitions or mergers.

Requirements

• An advanced degree in electrical engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics, or a related field.
• 1 - 3 years of experience in a relevant field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate and work effectively in team settings.
• Sound judgment, maturity, and an inquisitive nature.
• Interpersonal skills necessary to work effectively with business leaders, attorneys, scientists, engineers, inventors, and patent examiners.
• A strong work ethic paired with the ability to juggle multiple job responsibilities.

Education

• Advanced degree in electrical engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics, or a related field.

Certifications

• None specified.

Skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate and work effectively in team settings.
• Sound judgment and maturity.
• Interpersonal skills for effective collaboration.
• Strong work ethic and multitasking ability.

Benefits

• Multiple health care plan options, vision and dental insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts/health saving accounts and life insurance.
• Employer-sponsored 401(k) plan with employer match and discretionary profit sharing.
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities.
• Generous paid time off, including sick time and vacation time.
• Parental leave and commuter benefits.
• Charitable matching gift program and well-being support.