Patent Agent with Semiconductor Experience

BCG Attorney Search; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Overtime & travel flexibility

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks a Patent Agent with semiconductor experience in Washington, DC. You will draft patent applications, respond to USPTO communications, and assist attorneys in delivering efficient legal services.

Qualified candidates have a technical degree and at least 3 years of patent prep/prosecution experience, with strong communication skills and willingness to travel as needed. Hybrid work arrangement applies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field.
• 3+ years in patent preparation and prosecution in semiconductors.
• USPTO registration preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication.
• Ability to handle confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Prepare draft patent applications for inventions.
• Draft responses to USPTO and foreign offices.
• Discuss technical aspects with clients and inventors.
• Coordinate with attorneys and staff to manage patent work.
• Identify and solve complex patent issues.
• Stay updated on technology trends and needs.

Skills

Patent drafting

Patent prosecution

Semiconductor tech

Technical writing

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/related field

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Patent Agent with semiconductor experience for its Washington, DC office. This role involves complex client work, including drafting patent applications and responses to the USPTO, and supporting attorneys in delivering efficient legal services.

Duties

• Prepare draft patent applications incorporating scientific aspects of inventions.
• Draft responses to communications from U.S. and foreign patent offices.
• Discuss scientific aspects of inventions with clients and inventors.
• Act as liaison between inventors and the Patent & Trademark Office.
• Evaluate and report on technological aspects of inventions.
• Advise attorneys on technologies and investigate as needed.
• Draft, organize, analyze, review, and summarize documents.
• Communicate with staff, clients, vendors, and agency personnel.
• Organize and prioritize tasks under time constraints.
• Identify and solve complex patent issues.
• Provide guidance to legal support staff.
• Stay updated on technology trends and recommend needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, material engineering, physics, chemical engineering, or related field.
• Licensed to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in patent preparation and prosecution in the semiconductor industry.
• Strong investigative and problem resolution skills.
• Advanced oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage and impart confidential information.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse individuals.
• Knowledge of current and emerging developments in the field.
• Ability to organize and prioritize tasks efficiently.
• Proficiency in various software packages and standard office equipment.
• Ability to travel as needed for client matters.

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical field.

Certifications

USPTO registration preferred.

Skills

• Ability to analyze and interpret research findings.
• Operational guidance and leadership skills.
• Effective communication of complex technical information.
• Independent judgment and confidentiality management.
• Time management and project management strategies.
• Facilitation of individual and group meetings.

Benefits

• Hybrid work model with a minimum of three days in the office.
• Flexibility for overtime and travel as required.