Chemical Engineering Patent Counsel/ Agent

The People Of: Professional Services; Town of Texas (WI); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 330,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Work Arrangements

Vacation Incentive

Comprehensive Benefits

Fertility & Family Benefits

Professional Growth Opportunities

Job summary

The People Of: Professional Services seeks a Chemical Engineering Patent Counsel or Agent to join their Intellectual Property team in Austin, Texas. You will work on protecting groundbreaking technologies in the chemical industry.

Requirements include USPTO registration, an advanced degree in Chemical Engineering, and experience in patent management. The position offers flexible work arrangements and comprehensive benefits, including health insurance and a robust 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Must be USPTO registered.
• For Counsel roles, active bar membership or eligibility to waive into the Texas bar.
• Advanced degree in Chemical Engineering or equivalent required.
• Deep understanding of organic chemistry, polymers, and downstream oil and gas operations.
• Experience in patent portfolio management and IP evaluations.

Responsibilities

• Draft and prosecute patent applications in chemical engineering.
• Collaborate with inventors to develop robust IP strategies.
• Conduct patentability and freedom-to-operate assessments.
• Provide counsel on patent portfolio management.

Skills

USPTO registration

Active bar membership or eligibility

Advanced degree in Chemical Engineering

Understanding of organic chemistry

Experience in patent portfolio management

Education

Advanced degree in Chemical Engineering or equivalent

Job description

Chemical Engineering Patent Counsel / Agent

Vacancy: Chemical Engineering Patent Counsel or Patent Agent

Experience: 2 years +

Salary: $150-$330K

Firm: AM100

Location: Austin, TX

Requirements

• USPTO registration required.
• For Counsel roles, active bar membership in good standing or eligibility to waive into the Texas bar is needed.
• Advanced degree in Chemical Engineering or equivalent.
• Deep understanding of organic chemistry, polymers, and downstream oil and gas operations.
• Experience in patent portfolio management, drafting formal opinions on IP matters, and performing IP evaluations.

About The Role

Our client, a prestigious global law firm, is seeking a Patent Counsel or Patent Agent to join their dynamic Intellectual Property team in Austin, Texas. This role focuses on working with innovators in the chemical and materials science domains to protect groundbreaking technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft and prosecute patent applications in chemical engineering fields.
• Collaborate with inventors and research teams to develop robust IP strategies.
• Conduct patentability, freedom-to-operate, and due diligence assessments.
• Provide strategic counsel on patent portfolio management.

Key Benefits

• Flexible Work Arrangements: Work from the office as little as one day per week for Counsel and Patent Agents.
• Vacation Incentive: vacation bonus for billing 600+ client hours within three consecutive months.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Includes health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with a robust 401(k) plan and paid time off starting at 20 days annually.
• Fertility & Family Benefits: Access for inclusive family-forming services such as IVF, adoption, and surrogacy support.
• Professional Growth Opportunities: Business development coaching, expense reimbursements for networking, and opportunities to engage with leading-edge IP matters.

About The Firm

This AM100 firm is known for its collaborative, innovative, and industry-focused approach. They emphasize diversity and inclusion, welcoming professionals from all backgrounds to contribute to a culture that values integrity, teamwork, and innovation.

Why Join?

This is a unique opportunity to align your expertise in chemical engineering and intellectual property law with a forward-thinking, global law firm that values career development, well-being, and excellence.