Associate - Patent Prosecution (Electrical Engineering, Computer Science & Japanese Language Skills)

Fish & Richardson P.C.; Wilmington (DE); Hybrid; USD 235,000 - 310,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid work environment

Annual Technology Allowance

Family-friendly atmosphere with back‑u

Health and wellness initiatives

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

Fish & Richardson P.C. seeks a patent prosecution associate in any U.S. office. You will work on cutting-edge technologies for top-tier clients, leveraging your technical background and legal expertise to advise clients.

Applicants should have strong backgrounds in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science, be registered with the USPTO, and possess 2+ years of patent prosecution experience; English and Japanese language skills are a plus.

Qualifications

• Background in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science.
• 2+ years of patent prosecution experience.
• Active membership in the state bar and CLE compliance.
• Registered with the USPTO.
• Strong writing skills and excellent academic credentials.
• Strong English and Japanese language skills.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Computer Science

USPTO registration

Bar admission

English

Japanese

Patent prosecution

Writing skills

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Job description

Come join the #1 intellectual property firm in the country as a patent prosecution associate in any of our U.S. offices. At Fish, we promote a creative, respectful and inclusive culture that values the diversity of people and allows ingenuity to thrive. You will work on cutting edge technologies for top-tier clients, working with legal practitioners who are leaders in our field. Through your combination of technical expertise and legal know-how, you will become a strategic advisor to clients who are among the world's greatest innovators. You will be a respected teammate, joining an elite group of attorneys solving intellectual property issues for the world's leading companies.

If you have a passion for science, engineering and intellectual property, we want to hear from you.

Who You Are

• You have a strong background in either Electrical Engineering or Computer Science.


• You have strong English and Japanese language skills.


• You have 2 plus years of patent prosecution experience.


• You have an active membership in the state bar and compliance with CLE requirements.


• You are registered before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.


• You have superior writing skills and excellent academic credentials.


• You thrive when using your analytical skills to conduct complex and detailed analysis of legal matters.


• You enjoy communicating with a diverse group of clients, attorneys, and staff.


• You are enthusiastic about working within a team-oriented environment and will contribute to effective team relationships.

The salary for this position is $235,000 - $310,000. The salary offered will depend upon qualifications and experience, and will be adjusted for flex-time schedules.

Why Fish

• A flexible hybrid work environment.


• Annual Technology Allowance.


• A family-friendly atmosphere with back-up childcare, as well as health and wellness initiatives.


• Competitive pay with a rich benefits package, including comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage.