Patent Agent or Associate in Electrical Engineering amp Computer Science

BCG Attorney Search; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks a patent professional in Phoenix, AZ, joining its Electrical Engineering and Computer Science Patent Prosecution group. The role focuses on preparing and prosecuting patents for electrical, software, and related tech.

Applicants should have a JD, USPTO admission, and at least 3 years of relevant experience within a law firm or similar environment. A strong technical background in EE/CS is preferred.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of patent preparation and prosecution experience.
• Admission to the USPTO is required.
• JD and active bar admission in the practice jurisdiction for associate candidates.

Responsibilities

• Draft and file high-quality patent applications.
• Oversee patent preparation and prosecution processes.
• Ensure accuracy and timeliness of submissions.

Skills

Patent prosecution

Legal writing

Communication skills

Industry experience

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Engineering/CS degree

US bar admission (Arizona)

Tools

USPTO admission

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a patent agent or associate to join its Electrical Engineering and Computer Science Patent Prosecution practice group in Phoenix, AZ. The role involves managing patent preparation and prosecution for a diverse client base, focusing on electrical engineering and software-related technologies.

Duties

• Draft and file high-quality patent applications.
• Oversee patent preparation and prosecution processes.
• Ensure accuracy and timeliness of submissions.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years' relevant patent preparation and prosecution experience.
• Admission to the USPTO is required.
• JD and active bar admission in the jurisdiction of practice for associate candidates.

Education

• Undergraduate or advanced degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, software engineering, computer science, physics, or mathematics.

Certifications

• USPTO admission.

Skills

• High level of academic achievement.
• Solid law firm, engineering, or industry experience.
• Superb writing and communication skills.
• Experience with graphics processing units, tensor processing units, accelerators, neural engines, and robotics circuitry and actuators is preferred.

Benefits

• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Disability insurance.
• Voluntary insurance including vision.
• 401(k) plan.
• Paid time off.