Technical Advisor - Patent Prosecution High Tech or Mechanical Engineering

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

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking a Technical Advisor for its Intellectual Property team in Washington, DC. The role focuses on using technical expertise to protect innovations through patent prosecution, collaborating with clients and colleagues to secure strong patent positions.

The ideal candidate holds a degree in engineering or computer science and can clearly present complex scientific concepts to diverse audiences.

Qualifications

• Degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, computer science, or a related field.
• Ability to present scientific concepts to diverse audiences.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with clients to understand and protect technology.
• Draft and prosecute patent applications.
• Conduct freedom-to-operate studies and analyze patents.
• Assess scientific literature and patent documents.
• Provide opinions on scientific data related to inventions.
• Conduct comprehensive searches for relevant articles and patents.
• Perform in-depth analysis comparing inventions with existing discoveries.
• Identify essential elements of inventions.
• Compose detailed patent applications and responses to rejections.
• Conduct clearance studies for client products.
• Present ideas and provide feedback to colleagues.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Research and analysis

Presentation of scientific concepts

Education

Degree in engineering or related field

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Technical Advisor for its Intellectual Property team in Washington, DC. The role involves collaborating with clients and team members to protect innovative technologies through patent prosecution. Preferred office locations include Boston and DC.

Duties

• Collaborate with clients to understand and protect their technology.
• Draft and prosecute patent applications.
• Conduct freedom to operate studies and analyze patents.
• Assess scientific literature and patent documents.
• Provide opinions on scientific data related to inventions.
• Conduct comprehensive searches for relevant scientific articles and patents.
• Perform in-depth analysis comparing inventions with existing discoveries.
• Identify essential elements of inventions.
• Compose detailed patent applications and responses to rejections.
• Conduct clearance studies for client products.
• Present ideas and provide feedback to colleagues.

Requirements

• Degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, computer science, or a related field.
• Ability to present scientific concepts to diverse audiences.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Effective collaboration in team settings.

Education

• Degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, computer science, or a related field.

Certifications

• No specific certifications required.

Skills

• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency in conducting detailed research and analysis.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package.