Patent Associate – Electrical Engineering & Software #22052 Houston

Vanguard-IP; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanguard-IP is seeking candidates with a background in IP drafting and patent prosecution, ideally with a degree in computer science or electrical engineering. Strong writing skills, organizational abilities, and experience in AI or software design are also valued. Candidates must be licensed to practice law in Texas and members of the USPTO.

We focus solely on intellectual property, leveraging our experience to match candidates with the right career opportunities nationwide.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed to practice law or can become licensed as soon as possible in Texas.
• Must be a member of the USPTO.

Skills

IP experience with drafting and patent prosecution

Experience with AI/machine learning

Software design and development

Semiconductors

Medical devices

Outstanding written and oral communication skills

Strong organizational and analytical abilities

Education

Background in computer science, electrical engineering, or similar

Job description

REQUIREMENTS

• Candidates must have IP experience with drafting and patent prosecution and a background in computer science, electrical engineering, or similar
• Experience with AI/machine learning, software design and development, semiconductors, and medical devices is a plus
• Must be licensed to practice law or can become licensed as soon as possible in the state in which they will work
• Must be a member of the USPTO
• Candidates must have outstanding written and oral communication skills, excellent academic credentials, and strong organizational and analytical abilities

SUMMARY

Vanguard Intellectual Partners (Vanguard-IP) specializes in the placement of IP/Patent professionals nationwide.

Our sole focus on intellectual property enables us to more deeply understand our clients’ technical needs, and our candidates’ individual talents and career interests. Our broad network of long-term client relationships gives us a competitive edge.

Our recruiters all have 10+ years of IP recruiting experience, and an exceptional record of success. We have superior knowledge of the IP job market, and offer trusted career advice for our candidates. We also have the resources and high-level contacts to get your resume noticed by the people who matter.

We look forward to speaking with you, and learning more about what you are seeking in your next opportunity.

CONFIDENTIALITY

At Vanguard-IP, we respect the confidentiality of every candidate who contacts us. Furthermore, we will always obtain expressed authorization before submitting your resume to any of our clients.

Should you have an interest in exploring opportunities in another location, we have hundreds of openings in other markets. Please apply now and our team would be happy to review your information for this or other openings in your location of interest.