Patent Agent in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science

Job Overview
A law firm seeks a patent agent to join their Electrical Engineering and Computer Science Patent Prosecution Practice Group in Philadelphia, PA. The ideal candidate will demonstrate high academic achievement and possess relevant experience in patent preparation and prosecution.

Duties

• Prepare and prosecute patent applications in electrical engineering and software-related technologies.
• Collaborate with clients to understand and protect their innovations.
• Conduct patentability and freedom-to-operate analyses.
• Draft and review technical documents and patent applications.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in patent preparation and prosecution.
• Admission to the USPTO.
• Experience in machine learning, telecommunications, autonomous driving, RF circuitry, or hardware security preferred.

Education

• Degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, software engineering, computer science, or physics.

Certifications

• USPTO admission required.

Skills

• Excellent writing and communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Voluntary insurance including vision
• 401(k) plan
• Paid time off