Patent Agent/Tech Advisor

Job Title: Patent Agent/Tech Advisor

Job Overview: A law firm located in Washington, DC is seeking a highly motivated and qualified Patent Agent/Tech Advisor with substantive industry experience. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in materials, chemical, mechanical, or biomedical engineering (or a related field) and have at least one year of law firm experience. Knowledge across a broad range of disciplines within chemical engineering or material science is essential.

Duties:

• Conduct prior art database searches for patentability and freedom to operate analyses.
• Analyze patent and scientific documents to assist patent attorneys in prosecution, counseling, and litigation.
• Draft patent applications and responses to office actions.

Requirements:

• At least 1 year of law firm experience.
• Registered US patent agent or eligible to sit for the USPTO registration exam.
• Strong technical, written, and verbal communication skills in English.
• Initiative and ability to learn quickly.

Education:

• Degree in materials, chemical, mechanical, or biomedical engineering (or a related field).

Certifications:

• Must be a registered US patent agent or eligible to take the USPTO registration exam.

Job Location:

• Washington, DC

Skills:

• Broad scientific knowledge in mechanical and/or biomedical engineering.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage.
• Health savings account and flexible spending accounts.
• Pre-tax commuter benefits.
• Life insurance and long-term care coverage.
• Backup care for children and adults.
• Generous vacation time (four weeks per year) and sick leave (two weeks per year).
• Ten paid holidays annually.
• Parental leave and fertility benefits.
• Detailed benefits orientation for new employees.

Creative lawyering in a laid back environment is big draw for associates at this Amlaw firm. This California-based firm is highly regarded as one of the most innovative firms in the market. The firm is best known for its technology work and life sciences clients, and is generally recognized as the top legal provider for emerging companies. The California culture of the firm fosters a collaborative and social workplace, while the sophisticated training and meaningful attorney mentorship help develop associates into world class lawyers.