Patent Agent/Advisor Software/AI

BCG Attorney Search; New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition assistance for patent agent

Pre-tax commuter benefits

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking a highly motivated Patent Agent/Advisor in New York with emphasis on software and artificial intelligence. A degree in software, computer science, or related field is required, along with substantial industry experience.

The role involves drafting patent applications, performing prior art searches, and advising attorneys on technology issues for depositions in a fast-paced counseling and prosecution practice.

Qualifications

• Degree in software, computer science, or a related field.
• Eligibility to sit for the USPTO registration exam (patent agent).
• Expertise in artificial intelligence and machine learning is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct prior art database searches for patentability and freedom to operate analyses.
• Analyze patent and scientific papers to assist attorneys in prosecution, counseling, and litigation.
• Draft patent applications and responses to office actions.
• Advise lawyers on technology issues in preparation for depositions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Research skills

Problem solving

English communication

Education

CS/Software degree

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a highly motivated Patent Agent/Advisor with expertise in software and artificial intelligence to join their patent counseling and prosecution practice in New York. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in software, computer science, or a related field and have substantial industry experience.

Duties

• Conduct prior art database searches for patentability and freedom to operate analyses.
• Analyze patent and scientific papers to assist attorneys in prosecution, counseling, and litigation.
• Draft patent applications and responses to office actions.
• Advise lawyers on technology issues in preparation for depositions.

Requirements

• Superb technical, written, and verbal communication skills in English.
• Broad scientific knowledge in computer science or electrical engineering.
• Expertise in artificial intelligence and machine learning strongly preferred.
• Initiative, fast learner, and ability to work well with others.
• Eligibility to sit for the USPTO registration exam.

Education

• Degree in software, computer science, or a related field.

Certifications

• Must meet requirements for registration as a patent agent.

Skills

• Strong analytical and research skills.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities.

Benefits

• Law school tuition assistance for patent agent candidates.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts.
• Pre-tax commuter benefits.
• Life insurance and AD&D coverage.
• Long-term care and backup care for children and adults.
• Generous parental leave and fertility benefits.
• Four weeks of vacation and two weeks of sick time per year.
• Ten paid holidays annually.