Intellectual Property Associate

Pacer Group; Tampa (FL); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vision insurance

Group term life and disability

Retirement planning services

Paid time off

Wellness programs

Mental health and employee support

Job summary

Pacer Group in Tampa, FL seeks an Intellectual Property Associate with 3–5 years of patent experience. The role focuses on patent preparation and prosecution, with opportunities across other IP matters in a full-service law firm.

The ideal candidate has a JD, USPTO registration, and strong technical background in science or engineering. Hybrid work arrangement, with collaboration across a national team and diverse clients.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in the applicable state bar.
• Registered to practice before the USPTO.
• Undergraduate degree in science or engineering.
• 3–5 years of patent experience.
• Experience with patent preparation and prosecution.
• Strong technical and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Superior investigative and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to conduct complex and detailed analysis of patent-related matters.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with a diverse group of individuals.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and prosecute domestic and international patent applications.
• Conduct patent-related legal and technical research.
• Analyze complex patent and IP matters.
• Assist clients with developing and protecting intellectual property portfolios.
• Draft patent applications, office action responses, amendments, and related documents.
• Evaluate technical and legal issues involving patentability and patent prosecution.
• Work on a wide variety of intellectual property matters as needed.
• Communicate effectively with clients, inventors, attorneys, patent examiners, and other stakeholders.
• Collaborate with attorneys and legal professionals on complex IP matters.
• Maintain strong organization and attention to detail across multiple matters and deadlines.

Skills

Technical skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Science or engineering background

Tools

USPTO registration

Bar admission

Job description

Job Title: Intellectual Property Associate

Locations: Tampa, Florida

Experience: 3–5 Years of Patent Experience

Work Arrangement: Hybrid / Flexible

Practice Area: Intellectual Property / Patent

Position Overview:

A well-established full-service law firm is seeking an experienced Intellectual Property Associate with 3–5 years of patent experience.

The primary focus of this position will be patent preparation and prosecution, with opportunities to work on a broad range of intellectual property matters. The ideal location is the firm's Charlotte, NC office, though qualified candidates in Tampa, FL or Atlanta, GA may also be considered.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and prosecute domestic and international patent applications.
• Conduct patent-related legal and technical research.
• Analyze complex patent and intellectual property matters.
• Assist clients with developing and protecting intellectual property portfolios.
• Draft patent applications, office action responses, amendments, and related documents.
• Evaluate technical and legal issues involving patentability and patent prosecution.
• Work on a wide variety of intellectual property matters as needed.
• Communicate effectively with clients, inventors, attorneys, patent examiners, and other stakeholders.
• Collaborate with attorneys and legal professionals on complex IP matters.
• Maintain strong organization and attention to detail across multiple matters and deadlines.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in the applicable state bar.
• Registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
• Undergraduate degree in science or engineering.
• 3–5 years of patent experience.
• Experience with patent preparation and prosecution.
• Strong technical and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Superior investigative and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to conduct complex and detailed analysis of patent-related matters.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with a diverse group of individuals.

Preferred Background:

The ideal candidate will have:

• A degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Experience working with telecommunications, integrated circuits, or related technologies.
• Experience handling a broad range of intellectual property matters.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Join a highly collaborative and growth-oriented intellectual property practice.
• Work on sophisticated and diverse patent matters.
• Opportunity to develop deep expertise in patent preparation and prosecution.
• Exposure to a wide variety of intellectual property matters.
• Work with experienced attorneys and sophisticated clients.
• Professional environment focused on continued growth and development.
• Opportunity to contribute to clients' intellectual property strategies and business objectives.

The salary range for this position represents a reasonable estimate of compensation. Actual compensation will be based on factors including education, professional experience, geographic location, skills and competencies, industry knowledge, responsibilities, market considerations, and other business factors.

Featured benefits may include:

• Vision insurance
• Group term life and disability insurance
• Retirement planning services
• Paid time off
• Wellness programs
• Mental health and employee support services

EEOC Compliance:

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

DISCLAIMER:

AI Usage Policy: Pacer Group uses AI to assist in screening applications. Final hiring decisions are made by human recruiters based on qualifications and experience.