Patent Agent / Technology Specialist

Job Overview: A law firm in New York City is seeking a Patent Agent/Technology Specialist with a background in mechanical, biomedical, aerospace engineering, or related fields. The ideal candidate will possess strong academic credentials, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and at least 3 years of patent prosecution experience. While an M.S. or M.Eng. in a relevant field is preferred, equivalent industry experience will be considered. Non-registered patent agents must be willing to take and pass the USPTO registration exam within one year of being hired.

Duties:

• Conducted patent prosecution activities, including drafting, filing, and prosecuting patent applications.
• Collaborate with inventors and attorneys to assess patentability and draft patent specifications.
• Conduct patentability and prior art searches.
• Assist in patent portfolio management and strategy development.
• Provide technical expertise in mechanical, biomedical, aerospace engineering, or related fields.
• Stay updated with relevant industry trends and legal developments in patent law.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, biomedical, aerospace engineering, or related fields.
• Minimum of 3 years of patent prosecution experience.
• Strong academic credentials.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills.
• Familiarity with patent prosecution procedures and USPTO regulations.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Preferred Education and Certifications:

• M.S. or M.Eng. in a relevant field.
• Registered Patent Agent with the USPTO.
• Eligibility to practice before the USPTO.

Skills:

• Proficiency in conducting patent searches and analyzing prior art.
• Strong technical background in mechanical, biomedical, aerospace engineering, or related fields.
• Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear and concise patent specifications.
• Familiarity with patent drafting and prosecution procedures.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite and patent database tools.
• Strong problem-solving abilities.
• Adaptability to learn new technologies and legal concepts.

With offices in Boston, New York, Paris, and Washington, D.C, this law firm has been practicing for seven decades. Representing public and private clients, the lawyers of this firm have experience in a wide range of disputes and transactions. With over 250 lawyers, this firm takes pride in the creativity brought to their clients. This firm claims to stand out from other firms because of their insight, creativity, innovation, size, responsiveness, loyalty, and diversity. This firm was named by clients in the Corporate Counsel magazine as the Go-to-Firm in intellectual property and technology.