Senior IP Patent Prosecution Specialist (Hybrid)

remotepeople; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Remote People is seeking an experienced Patent Specialist to join the Intellectual Property group in Boston. The role focuses on managing U.S. and international patent prosecution for a sophisticated client base.

You will own a docket, draft filings, coordinate with clients and offices worldwide, and mentor junior staff. The position offers a hybrid schedule with in-office work three days per week.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience; paralegal certificate is a plus.
• 7–10+ years of U.S. and foreign patent prosecution experience at a law firm.
• Working knowledge of USPTO systems, Patent Center, WIPO e-PCT, and international filing requirements.

Responsibilities

• Own and manage a docket of U.S. and international patent prosecution deadlines.
• Prepare and submit U.S., PCT, and foreign patent filings and related documents under attorney guidance.
• Draft and send status updates to clients, overseas associates, and patent offices worldwide.
• Coordinate with clients to secure assignments, declarations, powers of attorney, and other formalities.
• Keep physical and digital case files accurate and current.
• Track and submit billable time in line with firm policy.
• Mentor and train junior staff on IP procedures and best practices.
• Backup support for fellow IP paralegals as needed.

Skills

Patent prosecution

Client communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Paralegal certificate (a plus)

Tools

USPTO systems

Patent Center

WIPO e-PCT

Job description

Remote People is seeking an experienced Patent Specialist to join the Intellectual Property group in Boston. The role focuses on managing U.S. and international patent prosecution for a sophisticated client base.

You will own a docket, draft filings, coordinate with clients and offices worldwide, and mentor junior staff. The position offers a hybrid schedule with in-office work three days per week.