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 New York, NY. 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 prosecution, counseling, and litigation.
• Draft patent applications and responses to office actions.

Requirements

• Superb technical, written, and verbal communication skills in English.
• Broad scientific knowledge in mechanical and/or biomedical engineering.
• Initiative, fast learner, 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, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Broad scientific knowledge in relevant engineering fields.

Benefits

• Law school tuition assistance for patent agent candidates.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts.
• Pre-tax commuter benefits.
• Life insurance, AD&D, and long-term care coverage.
• Backup care for children and adults.
• Generous parental leave and fertility benefits.
• Four weeks of vacation and two weeks of sick time per year.
• 10 paid holidays each year.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
125 Park Avenue, 25th floor
New York
New York
United States 10017
Phone : (212) 232-0277
Fax : (213) 895-7306