Patent Agent

BCG Attorney Search; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Performance bonus program

Generous time off

401(k) retirement plan

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Wellness program

Life insurance

Voluntary accident insurance

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks aPatent Agent with a background in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering to join its Intellectual Property team in Columbus, OH. The role focuses on drafting, prosecuting patents, and IP due diligence.

Candidates must have 3+ years of relevant experience, a BS in CS/CE/EE, and USPTO registration; software development experience is a plus. The firm offers competitive salaries, a performance bonus program, generous time off, and comprehensive

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.
• Registered to practice before the USPTO.
• 3+ years of experience in a relevant field.
• Experience with software development preferred.

Responsibilities

• Draft and prosecute patents, and conduct IP due diligence.
• Respond to office actions.
• Prepare, obtain, and analyze patent searches; assess patentability, prior art, non-infringement, and validity.
• Provide client counseling and manage portfolios.
• Engage in licensing activities.
• Demonstrate proven IP law firm experience.
• Exhibit superb writing and research skills.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering

Tools

USPTO registration

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Patent Agent with a background in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering to join their Intellectual Property Team in Columbus, OH. This role offers a chance to work in a collaborative environment within a forward-thinking law firm.

Duties

• Draft and prosecute patents, and conduct IP due diligence.
• Respond to office actions.
• Prepare, obtain, and analyze patent searches; assess patentability, prior art, non-infringement, and validity.
• Provide client counseling and manage portfolios.
• Engage in licensing activities.
• Demonstrate proven IP law firm experience.
• Exhibit superb writing and research skills.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in a relevant field.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.
• Registered to practice before the USPTO.
• Experience with software development preferred.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.

Certifications

• USPTO registration.

Skills

• Strong academic record.
• Excellent writing and research abilities.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries.
• Performance bonus program.
• Generous time off.
• Comprehensive retirement program including 401(k) plan.
• Group health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Wellness program.
• Life insurance.
• Voluntary accident insurance for self and family.
• Short and long-term disability.
• Pre-tax benefit programs.