Technical Advisor/Patent Agent - Chemical

Oblon; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Alexandria is seeking Patent Agents or Technical Advisors for its Chemical practice. The ideal candidates will have a technical degree in chemistry or engineering, with experience in patent application drafting. The firm offers substantial training, competitive compensation, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

401k

Medical Insurance with Prescription Coverage

HSA

FSA

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

EAP

Group and Supplemental Life Insurance

Long-term Care

Onsite Parking

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience in patent application drafting/prosecution.
• Technical degree required in relevant fields.

Responsibilities

• Drafting patent applications and preparing replies to office actions.
• Conducting invention and disclosure meetings with clients.

Skills

Writing

Communication

Technical Knowledge

Education

Technical Degree in Inorganic Chemistry

Technical Degree in Organic Chemistry

Technical Degree in Chemical Engineering

Master’s Degree

Doctorate

Job description

The law firm of Oblon, McClelland, Maier & Neustadt LLP (“Oblon”) seeks Patent Agents or Technical Advisors experienced in patent application drafting and prosecution to join its Chemical practice.

A minimum of 2 years experience in patent application drafting and/or prosecution in a law firm setting is required. We require a technical degree in the areas of inorganic chemistry; organic chemistry; or chemical engineering. A Master’s or Doctorate in the relevant field is a plus, as is industry experience. Candidates must possess superior technical knowledge, writing and communication skills. Responsibilities include drafting patent applications; analysis and preparation of replies to office actions; invention and disclosure meetings/calls with clients; and prosecution of patent applications.

The Firm specializes in securing patent protection for complex technologies and providing strategic intellectual property counseling to its clients. We offer substantial in-house training, a competitive compensation package and an attractive career path trajectory.

The annual salary range for this position is $115,000 - $140,000. The salary offered will depend upon qualifications and experience. The firm offers many benefits, including 401k, medical insurance with prescription coverage, HSA, FSA, dental insurance, vision insurance, EAP, group and supplemental life insurance, long-term care, STD, LTD, individual disability income protection, critical illness, accident, pet and legal insurance, onsite parking.