IP Prosecution Associate - Software & Tech Innovations

Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Company-sponsored medical, dental and vision plans

Annual discretionary bonus

Up to 20 days of vacation per year

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP is seeking an Alternative Track Associate in their Philadelphia office with 3-4 years of patent prosecution experience. You will draft and prosecute patent applications for cutting-edge technologies, focusing on software and computer-related innovations.

The role requires a related bachelor’s or graduate degree, and preferred candidates will hold a USPTO registration number. Competitive salary range for this position is $150,000 - $230,000, benefiting from a comprehensive compensation package including medical, retirement plans, and generous vacation policies.

Qualifications

• 3-4 years of patent prosecution experience in a law firm environment.
• Bachelor’s degree (or graduate degree) in a related engineering or physics field is required.
• Preferred candidates possess a USPTO registration number.

Responsibilities

• Draft and prosecute U.S. and international patent applications.
• Collaborate with engineers, scientists, and product leaders to build patent portfolios.
• Assist with supervision of junior team members.

Skills

Patent prosecution experience

Understanding of software-based technologies

Collaboration with engineers and scientists

Education

Bachelor’s or graduate degree in computer or information science

Job description

Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP is seeking an Alternative Track Associate in their Philadelphia office with 3-4 years of patent prosecution experience. You will draft and prosecute patent applications for cutting-edge technologies, focusing on software and computer-related innovations.

The role requires a related bachelor’s or graduate degree, and preferred candidates will hold a USPTO registration number. Competitive salary range for this position is $150,000 - $230,000, benefiting from a comprehensive compensation package including medical, retirement plans, and generous vacation policies.