Patent Attorney

Department of Energy Headquarters; Golden (CO); Remote; USD 90,000 - 197,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Energy Headquarters seeks a registered patent attorney to advise on IP, data rights, technology transfer, and commercialization involving DOE-funded research, National Laboratories, and Department programs. You will represent DOE's interests across transactions, program designs, and laboratory engagements, ensuring compliance and alignment with DOE priorities and policies.

This telework-eligible role is based in Colorado (Golden) and requires a law degree with bar admission, plus a

Qualifications

• JD from ABA-accredited school and bar admission required.
• Four-year STEM degree or equivalent in science/engineering for Patent Attorney track.
• Experience advising on IP, data rights, and tech transfer within a federal or government setting.

Responsibilities

• Advise DOE on IP, data rights, technology transfer, and commercialization.
• Prepare analyses, draft/review terms, and negotiate agreements to advance DOE missions.
• Provide legal guidance on statutes and policies like Bayh-Dole and laboratory partnering authorities.

Skills

IP knowledge

Contract negotiation

Regulatory acumen

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Bar admission

Job description

• Hiring Agency: Department of Energy Headquarters

The Office of the Assistant General Counsel for Technology Transfer & Intellectual Property seeks a registered patent attorney to advise on complex intellectual property, data rights, technology transfer, and commercialization matters involving DOE-funded research, National Laboratories, and Department programs.

Key Responsibilities

As a full performance Patent Attorney you will: Represent DOE's interests in intellectual property (IP), data, technology transfer, and commercialization matters across Departmental transactions, program designs, laboratory contractor engagements, and compliance and enforcement activities, to legally enable DOE's mission needs and priorities.

Coordinate and advance DOE's position on IP and data rights by preparing legal analyses, drafting and reviewing provisions, negotiating terms in all agreement types, and supplying information and recommendations that support DOE's programmatic objectives.

Interpret and apply federal and DOE IP, data, and technology transfer statutes, regulations, precedents, and policies, including the Bayh Dole Act, DOE IP title vesting statutes, other transaction authorities, and laboratory partnering authorities, to creatively resolve issues and advance DOE missions.

Advise DOE officials, leadership, and program counsel on pending or potential IP and data issues affecting DOE programs, contractor operations, and technology transfer and commercialization, providing clear guidance on statutory interpretation, compliance obligations, and strategic options. We are truly honored that DOE has been named America's #1 Best Employer for Veterans in 2023 by Forbes-not only among Government agencies, but among employers across the U.S.

We are so proud of this ranking which reflects our commitment to the employment of veterans. As so many veterans at DOE renew their service to our Nation, we are deeply committed to their success and advancement. Veterans shape the future of energy

Requirements & Education

Attorney positions do have an education requirement. ALL Candidates must be a graduate of a law school accredited by the American Bar Association with a: Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree; OR Bachelor of Law (LL.B.) degree. For positions with an education requirement, you MUST submit: A copy of your transcripts or equivalent. An official transcript will be required if you are selected.; AND You must provide proof of bar or your bar number.

For the Patent Attorney series candidates MUST also have completed a full four-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's degree in a scientific, technological, or engineering field.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university.

For further information, visit: Department of Education Education must be obtained from an accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Department of Energy Headquarters, Department of Energy.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $89508 – $197200/yr.

Is this position remote or telework eligible?

This position is eligible for telework.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-30.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.

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