Patent Agent

BCG Attorney Search; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid remote work option

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking a Patent Agent in Pittsburgh, PA to draft and prosecute patent applications and respond to USPTO actions. The role requires a strong background in engineering or science and USPTO registration.

The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of experience, excellent communication, and the ability to work under deadlines. A hybrid remote work option is available for flexibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science.
• 3+ years of drafting, filing, and prosecuting patent applications.
• Registered to practice before USPTO.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive communications effectively.
• Self-motivated with the ability to meet deadlines.
• Interest in using innovative AI technology for efficient work.

Responsibilities

• Write new patent applications for filing at USPTO.
• Analyze and revise patent agreements; assist with appeals and reexaminations.
• Draft patent agreements; prepare documents for filing.
• Draft responses to USPTO office actions.
• Perform patentability and freedom-to-operate searches.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science

Registered with USPTO

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Patent Agent in Pittsburgh, PA. The role involves preparing original patent applications, responding to office actions from the USPTO, and managing routine correspondence. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Software Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Chemistry, and be registered with the USPTO.

Duties

• Write new patent applications for filing at USPTO.
• Analyze and revise patent agreements; assist with appeals and reexaminations.
• Negotiate and draft patent agreements; prepare documents for filing.
• Draft responses to USPTO office actions.
• Perform patentability and freedom-to-operate searches.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science.
• Minimum of three years of experience in drafting, filing, and prosecuting patent applications.
• Registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive communications effectively.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work under deadlines.
• Interest in using innovative AI technology for efficient work.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science.

Certifications

• Registered with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.

Skills

• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in handling confidential communications.
• Ability to work independently under time constraints.

Benefits

• Hybrid remote work option for flexibility and work-life balance.