Intellectual Property Patent Agent

BCG Attorney Search; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Location flexibility

Microsoft Office access

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Washington, DC seeks a patent agent with 2+ years in computer science or electrical engineering to assist inventors and attorneys in preparing and prosecuting patents for emerging technologies.

You will identify inventions, conduct novelty searches, draft patent applications, and collaborate with attorneys to secure patent rights with the USPTO. Strong writing and communication skills are essential, along with attention to detail.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in computer science or electrical engineering.
• Strong writing and communication skills.
• Attention to technical detail is essential.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office software.

Responsibilities

• Identify inventions through technical discussions with inventors.
• Conduct novelty and clearance searches to distinguish inventions from prior art.
• Draft comprehensive patent applications.
• Collaborate with attorneys to negotiate scope of rights with the Patent Office.
• Prepare reports and supporting documentation for patent portfolio management.

Skills

Strong writing

Communication

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Physics

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a patent agent with over two years of experience in computer science or electrical engineering for their Washington, D.C. office. The role involves collaborating with inventors and attorneys to prepare and prosecute patent applications related to emerging technologies.

Duties

• Identify inventions through technical discussions with inventors.
• Conduct novelty and clearance searches to distinguish inventions from current state of the art.
• Draft comprehensive patent applications.
• Collaborate with attorneys to negotiate the scope of rights with the Patent Office.
• Prepare reports and support documentation for patent portfolio management.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in computer science or electrical engineering.
• Relevant technical experience in data science, machine learning, AI, IoT, wireless communications, sensors, semiconductors, or optics is a plus.
• Strong technical and excellent writing skills.
• Exceptional attention to technical detail.
• Effective communication and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software.

Education

Bachelor's Degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Physics.

Certifications

None specified.

Skills

• Technical expertise in relevant sectors.
• Excellent writing and communication skills.
• Organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Benefits

Location flexibility.