Patent Agent – International Filings & Engineering

BCG Attorney Search; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Chicago is seeking a patent agent to prepare and draft patent applications and conduct related analyses. The ideal candidate will have experience in international patent research and must be registered to practice before the USPTO.

Responsibilities include drafting patent applications, conducting patent searches, preparing patentability advice, and advising on filing strategies. This position requires an Associate’s degree in Engineering and 3+ years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in patent application and wireless communications engineering.
• Registered to practice before the USPTO.

Responsibilities

• Prepare technical and design specifications/applications for patents.
• Conduct international patent searches and prepare patentability advice.
• Perform literature searches relating to patentability and validity.
• Prepare patent clearance and freedom-to-operate opinions.
• Advise on patent filing strategies under international practice.

Skills

Patent application drafting

International patent research

Patentability analysis

Freedom to operate opinions

Education

Associate’s degree in Computer or Electrical Engineering

Job description

BCG Attorney Search in Chicago is seeking a patent agent to prepare and draft patent applications and conduct related analyses. The ideal candidate will have experience in international patent research and must be registered to practice before the USPTO.

Responsibilities include drafting patent applications, conducting patent searches, preparing patentability advice, and advising on filing strategies. This position requires an Associate’s degree in Engineering and 3+ years of relevant experience.