Patent Agent/Technical Advisor Medtech

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks a highly motivated Patent Agent/Technical Advisor to join its patent counseling and prosecution practice in Boston, MA. The ideal candidate will possess industry experience and a degree in material, chemical, mechanical, or biomedical engineering.

Duties

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

Requirements

• Industry experience in chemical engineering or material science.
• Superb technical, written, and verbal communication skills in English.
• Broad scientific knowledge in mechanical and/or biomedical engineering.
• Initiative and ability to work well with others.
• Registered US patent agent or eligibility to sit for the USPTO registration exam.

Education

• Degree in material, chemical, mechanical, or biomedical engineering (or related field).
• Advanced degree is a plus.

Certifications

• Registered US patent agent or eligibility for USPTO registration.

Skills

• Technical expertise in relevant engineering disciplines.
• Strong analytical and research skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration abilities.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts.
• Pre-tax commuter benefits.
• Life insurance and AD&D coverage.
• Long-term care and backup care benefits.
• Generous parental leave and fertility benefits.
• Vacation and sick time accrual.
• 10 paid holidays annually.
• Law school tuition assistance for patent agent candidates.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
225 Franklin Street, 26th floor
Boston
Massachusetts
United States 02110
Phone : (857) 277-7381
Fax : (213) 895-7306