Patent Agent

The Salters Group; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) plan

Child care support

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Job summary

A notable law firm in Boston seeks a Patent Agent to enhance its Intellectual Property team. This full-time position demands expertise in drafting and prosecuting patent applications across various technical fields, predominantly in engineering and AI. Ideal candidates should possess a degree in engineering or a related discipline, have at least two years of patent experience, and be registered with the USPTO. The firm offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative work environment focused on innovation.

Qualifications

• At least two years of experience preparing and prosecuting patent applications.
• Excellent written, analytical, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Draft and prosecute U.S. patent applications.
• Respond to USPTO office actions.
• Conduct prior art and patentability searches.
• Assist in preparing legal opinions related to patents.

Skills

Analytical skills

Written communication

Attention to detail

Education

Undergraduate or graduate degree in engineering, bioengineering, or computer science

Registered to practice before the USPTO

Job description

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Placing Patent Agents & Patent Attorneys (EE/CS/ME, Bio/Med Devices, AI/Software) | Law Firms & In-House | President, The Salters Group

A prominent law firm is seeking a skilled Patent Agent to join its Intellectual Property team. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-quality patent matters across diverse industries and technologies.

About the Role

The successful candidate will have at least two years of experience preparing and prosecuting patent applications, responding to office actions, assisting in opinion preparation, and performing prior art searches. This position covers a variety of technical fields, with a focus on:

• Electrical and mechanical engineering
• Artificial intelligence (AI)
• Additional expertise in bioengineering, computer science, or related areas will be considered a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Draft and prosecute U.S. patent applications.
• Respond to USPTO office actions.
• Conduct prior art and patentability searches.
• Assist in preparing legal opinions related to patents.
• Collaborate with attorneys and clients to develop strategic IP protection plans.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate or graduate degree in engineering, bioengineering, computer science, or a related technical discipline.
• Strong academic credentials.
• Registered to practice before the USPTO.
• Excellent written, analytical, and communication skills.

Location

This position may be based in any of the firm’s U.S. offices.

• Competitive compensation and performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, vision, and retirement plans.
• Professional development and career growth resources.

If you have a passion for intellectual property law and want to work in a collaborative environment on cutting-edge technologies, we invite you to apply.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Legal Services

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