IP Patent Agent (Multiple Offices)

Software Placement Group, SPG; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus structure

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) matching

Parental leave

Wellness programs

Professional development

Hybrid work environment

Job summary

A prominent international law firm is seeking a talented Patent Agent to join its Intellectual Property (IP) - Patents Practice. This role offers opportunities to leverage scientific expertise in a dynamic legal environment, advising cutting-edge clients in the emerging technology sector.

The role involves drafting and prosecuting patent applications, performing novelty searches, and collaborating with attorneys and inventors. Hybrid schedule and competitive compensation are provided.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Physics with an excellent academic record
• 2+ years of substantive patent preparation and prosecution experience
• Working proficiency in Microsoft Office software
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, interpersonal, and writing skills with exceptional attention to technical detail and organizational communication skills

Responsibilities

• Work with inventors and attorneys to prepare and prosecute patent applications in emerging technology areas
• Identify inventions through technical discussions with inventors
• Perform novelty and clearance searches to delineate inventions from existing technologies
• Draft comprehensive patent applications and negotiate the scope of patent rights with the USPTO
• Prepare reports and support documentation for patent portfolio management

Skills

Analytical skills

Writing skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelors in Electrical/Computer Engineering or Physics

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Location: New York, NY (also open to Los Angeles, San Francisco, Silicon Valley, Washington DC, Chicago, Charlotte, Raleigh, and Dallas) | Schedule: Full-time, Hybrid | Compensation: $100,000 - $200,000 annually

Overview

A prominent international law firm is seeking a talented Patent Agent to join its Intellectual Property (IP) - Patents Practice. This role offers a unique opportunity to leverage scientific expertise in a dynamic legal environment, advising cutting-edge clients in the emerging technology sector.

What you'll do

• Work with inventors and attorneys to prepare and prosecute patent applications in emerging technology areas
• Identify inventions through technical discussions with inventors
• Perform novelty and clearance searches to delineate inventions from existing technologies
• Draft comprehensive patent applications and negotiate the scope of patent rights with the USPTO
• Prepare reports and support documentation for patent portfolio management

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Physics with an excellent academic record
• 2+ years of substantive experience in patent preparation and prosecution
• Working proficiency in Microsoft Office software
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, interpersonal, and writing skills, with exceptional attention to technical detail and effective organizational and communication skills

Preferred qualifications

• Experience in data science, machine learning, artificial intelligence, wireless communications, sensors, semiconductors, Internet of Things, optics, or related fields is highly advantageous

Compensation and benefits

• Annual salary range of $100,000 - $200,000, determined by experience and market factors
• A generous bonus structure
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Paid parental leave and childcare support
• Wellness programs and professional development resources
• Hybrid work environment

Why this role

This is an exceptional opportunity to join a prominent IP law practice, offering hands-on exposure to patent drafting, prosecution, and strategic counseling while collaborating with leading attorneys and industry experts, with an emphasis on mentorship and professional development.