Patent Agent

The People Of: Professional Services; Minnesota; Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative Environment

Career Growth

Remote/Hybrid Flexibility

Job summary

The People Of: Professional Services is looking for a Patent Agent specializing in Mechanical, Electrical, or Biomedical Engineering, based in Minneapolis, MN. Candidates should have 2+ years of patent drafting experience and a relevant engineering degree.

This position provides a collaborative environment within a leading law firm and allows remote or hybrid work options. Key responsibilities include drafting patent applications and collaborating with a skilled team across various industries.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in patent drafting and prosecution.
• Strong academic credentials.
• USPTO registration preferred.

Responsibilities

• Draft and prosecute patent applications.
• Conduct due diligence investigations.
• Perform freedom-to-operate analyses.

Skills

Patent drafting

Analytical skills

Excellent writing skills

Education

Engineering degree or Computer Science degree

Job description

Patent Agent (Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Biomedical)

Location: Minneapolis, MN (Remote/Hybrid options available)

Experience: 2+ years

Requirements

• Engineering degree (Mechanical, Electrical, Biomedical, or related field) or Computer Science degree.
• At least 2 years of experience in patent drafting and prosecution.
• Strong academic credentials and excellent writing and analytical skills.
• USPTO registration is strongly preferred.

About The Role

Our client, a leading law firm, is seeking a Patent Agent to join its team in the Minneapolis office. This role offers the opportunity to collaborate with attorneys and clients in diverse industries such as medical devices and electronics. You will apply your patent prosecution experience to manage and build U.S. and international patent portfolios.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft and prosecute patent applications.
• Conduct due diligence investigations.
• Perform freedom-to-operate and landscape analyses.
• Collaborate with attorneys to develop strategies for clients across various industries, including medical devices and electronics.

Benefits

• Collaborative Environment: Join a dynamic, team-oriented atmosphere.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development and exposure to a wide range of industries.
• Remote/Hybrid Flexibility: Work from a location that suits your needs while collaborating with a highly skilled team.