Patent Technical Specialist

A law firm in Boston, MA, is seeking a Patent Technical Specialist to assist with patent research, preparation, submission, and prosecution activities. The role involves leveraging a strong scientific background to develop and recommend patent strategies, conduct literature and patent searches, and interface with firm attorneys and staff. The ideal candidate will possess 0-3 years of patent experience and a technical degree, with post-doctoral or related experience preferred.

Duties:

• Assist with patent research, application preparation, and submission.
• Interface with firm attorneys, staff, and other entities as necessary.
• Conduct literature and patent searches to develop patent strategies.
• Review file histories of patents and analyze scientific literature.
• Assist in patent prosecution activities under attorney supervision.
• Prepare patent applications with close attorney guidance.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• 0-3 years of experience in patent-related activities.
• Post-doctoral or related experience preferred.
• Advanced scientific degree (M.S., Ph.D.) or Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline with relevant experience.
• Strong technical writing skills.
• Sound scientific and technical knowledge.
• Awareness of key sources for case law and argument preparation.
• Understanding of patent prosecution procedures and patent law principles.
• Basic knowledge of patentability, validity, and infringement concepts.
• Familiarity with patent lifecycle stages and procedural requirements.
• Basic understanding of patent application structure and the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure (MPEP).
• Ability to conduct and evaluate basic patent and literature searches effectively.
• Proficiency in preparing key facts and observations for responses and opinions.

Education:

• Advanced scientific degree (M.S., Ph.D.) or Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline with relevant experience.

Certifications:

• None specified.

Skills:

• Technical writing proficiency.
• Strong scientific and technical acumen.
• Ability to conduct effective patent and literature searches.
• Familiarity with patent prosecution procedures and legal principles.
• Detail-oriented approach to reviewing patent files and scientific literature.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills with attorneys and staff.