Patent Agent needed for Wilmington office

A law firm is seeking a Patent Agent to join their team in Wilmington. The ideal candidate will work closely with inventors, assisting in the identification of patentable inventions, drafting patent applications, and tracking the patent application process. The Patent Agent will collaborate with inventors to identify patentable inventions, draft patent applications, and navigate the patent application process. The role requires a background in electrical engineering or biotechnology, along with prior experience in patent law.

Duties:

• Work hand-in-hand with inventors on newly created products
• Assist in the identification of patentable inventions
• Research current patented technologies to best assist clients in patentable work
• Draft patent applications with the assistance of the patent team
• Track the patent application process from initial application to granted patent to ensure the team remains on track
• Complete ability searches regularly
• Solve client challenges and respond to client needs
• Respond to office actions and correspond with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
• Consistently meet billable hour requirements
• Assist patent attorneys with the preparation and prosecution of patent applications

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in science or engineering
• Master’s Degree or PhD desired
• 3+ years of professional experience
• USPTO Registration required
• Background in electrical engineering or biotechnology
• Prior experience working in the area of patent law

Skills:

• Excellent communication skills
• Strong research abilities
• Attention to detail
• Analytical thinking
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Proficiency in drafting patent applications
• Familiarity with patent laws and regulations