Patent Prosecution Associate - Mechanical/Biomedical Engineering

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Patent Prosecution Associate to join its intellectual property practice in Albany, NY. This in-office role involves hands-on responsibility and direct interaction with inventors and clients, focusing on mechanical and biomedical engineering technologies.

Duties

• Draft and prosecute U.S. and foreign patent applications in mechanical and biomedical technologies.
• Prepare Office Action responses and conduct examiner interviews for patent applications.
• Advise clients on patentability and prosecution strategy.
• Manage patent portfolios and related deadlines with direct client communication.
• Communicate with clients, inventors, and foreign associates regarding patent portfolio management.

Requirements

• 3-4 years of substantive patent prosecution experience.
• Strong technical background in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field.
• Admission to the USPTO (Patent Bar required).
• Admission to at least one U.S. state bar.
• Experience drafting and prosecuting U.S. and foreign patent applications.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team-oriented practice.

Education

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admission to the USPTO (Patent Bar required).

Skills

• Strong technical background in relevant engineering fields.
• Excellent communication and client management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities to work in various areas of IP law, including trademark, copyright, and transactional matters.
• Collegial, supportive boutique firm environment.
• Direct client contact and opportunities for professional growth.

This New York-based law firm has three offices in the state and specializes in all aspects of intellectual property law. Some of the firm's key areas of practice are litigation, biotech, design patents, the Internet, mechanical, and pharmaceutical law. The law practice employs a team of highly skilled attorneys and patent agents, including a professional support staff.