Patent Agent

Route 92 Medical; San Mateo (CA); Híbrido; USD 175 000 - 225 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Comprehensive healthcare benefits

Competitive base pay plus corporate bonus

Generous vacation policy

12 weeks paid parental leave

Monthly cell phone stipend

Resumo da oferta

A medical technology company in San Mateo is seeking a Patent Agent to draft and prosecute patent applications, ensure compliance with regulations, and manage intellectual property strategies. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience with medical device patents and a strong understanding of patent law. This full-time role offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including healthcare, parental leave, and generous vacation policies. The position is hybrid, requiring office attendance 2–3 days a week.

Qualificações

• 5+ years of experience as a patent agent with medical device patents.
• Experience with in-house patent portfolio management.

Responsabilidades

• Draft and prosecute U.S. and international patent applications.
• Conduct patentability and validity analyses.
• Collaborate with inventors and engineers to evaluate inventions.
• Oversee company's intellectual property strategy.
• Support patent litigation processes.
• Assist with special projects as needed.

Conhecimentos

Understanding of U.S. and international patent law

Legal writing skills

Experience in medical devices

Proficiency with databases for prior art searches

Attention to detail and organization

Communication and interpersonal skills

Formação académica

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, biomedical engineering, biology, or related field

Registered to practice before the USPTO

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Apply for the Patent Agent role at Route 92 Medical.

$175,000.00/yr - $225,000.00/yr

About Route 92 Medical

Route 92 Medical is on a mission to improve outcomes for patients undergoing neurovascular intervention. At the core is a reconsidered procedural approach, cutting‑edge engineering, and innovative product design. Our portfolio targets the most significant challenges in neurointerventional care to deliver meaningful solutions. The company was founded by physicians developing thoughtful product solutions in collaboration with the world’s leading clinicians, who focus on improving procedural and patient outcomes.

Purpose of Job

This role is ideal for a detail‑oriented professional with experience in healthcare, medical devices, biotech, or health insurance contract administration. The Patent Agent will work closely with internal teams to ensure agreements align with regulatory and business requirements. This role is hybrid onsite in our San Mateo office 2–3 days a week.

Responsibilities

• Draft and prosecute U.S. and international patent applications in coordination with internal and outside counsel.
• Conduct patentability, freedom‑to‑operate, and validity analyses.
• Collaborate with inventors, engineers, consulting engineering firms, and R&D to identify and evaluate new inventions.
• Oversee development and execution of the company’s intellectual property strategy.
• Collaborate with internal and external legal teams to support patent litigation including discovery, depositions, and trial preparation.
• Provide assistance for special projects and additional tasks as needed.

Skills for Success

• Strong understanding of U.S. and international patent law and patent systems.
• Excellent technical and legal writing skills.
• Experience in medical devices; catheter experience preferred.
• Proficiency with databases for performing prior art searches.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to coordinate with cross‑functional teams.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, biomedical engineering, biology, or a related field.
• Registered to practice before the USPTO.

Required Experience

• 5+ years of experience as a patent agent including experience with medical device patents.
• Experience with in‑house patent portfolio management.

Benefits & Perks

• Comprehensive healthcare benefits effective day one, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, FSA, HSA, disability, critical illness, and accident insurance.
• Competitive base pay plus corporate bonus program.
• Generous vacation policy, 16 paid holidays, and a company‑wide summer recharge week in July.
• 12 weeks paid parental leave for employees after 90 days of employment.
• Monthly cell phone stipend.

Seniority level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Legal