Patent Agent Biomedical Device

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Patent Agent specializing in biomedical devices for its offices in California and New York. The ideal candidate will have over three years of experience in patent prosecution and a background in biomedical engineering, mechanical engineering, physics, material science, or related medical device technology.

Duties

• Prepare draft patent applications, incorporating scientific aspects of inventions.
• Draft responses to communications from U.S. and foreign patent offices.
• Evaluate and report on technological aspects of inventions.
• Investigate technologies and discuss scientific aspects with clients and inventors.
• Identify and analyze complex patent issues and implement solutions.
• Act as liaison between inventors and the Patent & Trademark Office.
• Communicate with staff, clients, and PTO personnel professionally.
• Organize and prioritize tasks efficiently under time constraints.
• Stay updated on technology trends and patent prosecution issues.
• Enter, maintain, and analyze data for reports.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in biomedical engineering, mechanical engineering, physics, material science, or related field preferred; Master's or PhD in a related field is advantageous.
• Qualified to sit for the patent bar; preferably licensed to practice before the USPTO.
• Strong investigative and problem resolution skills.
• Advanced knowledge of patent documentation drafting and emerging trends.
• Proficient in research principles, methods, and resources.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficient in Outlook, Word, Excel, and prosecution docketing systems.
• Ability to manage confidentiality and ethical responsibilities.
• Flexibility to work additional hours as needed.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field preferred; advanced degrees are advantageous.

Certifications

• Registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.

Skills

• Advanced oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to analyze and interpret research findings.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Benefits

• Hybrid work model with a minimum of three days in the office and up to two days remote.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
10777 Westheimer, Suite 1100
Houston
Texas
United States 77042
Phone : (713) 270-1199
Fax : (213) 895-7306