Patent Associate - Mechanical or Chemical Engineering

Job Overview
A law firm seeks a junior patent associate with an engineering background to join its Intellectual Property practice in Indianapolis, IN. The ideal candidate will contribute to a collaborative and client-focused environment.

Duties

• Conduct patent prosecution as an agent or attorney.
• Work with mechanical technologies and handle related patent applications.
• Manage chemical or materials science patent applications as needed.

Requirements

• 1-3 years of patent prosecution experience.
• USPTO registration and admission to a state bar (or wave-in capability).
• Strong academic credentials.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• Graduate degree preferred.

Certifications

• USPTO registration.
• State bar admission.

Skills

• Proficiency in handling mechanical and chemical patent applications.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Benefits

• Life, health, accident, and disability insurance.
• 401(k) plan.
• Productivity and discretionary bonuses.

This full service international law firm has offices in the United States, United Kingdom, and China. They have over 750 legal and consulting professionals that solve complex and business challenges.