Patent Agent - Washington DC

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Patent Agent in Washington, DC to join its Intellectual Property practice. The role involves working with a team on a variety of intellectual property matters, primarily in the life sciences sector.

Duties

• Evaluate the patentability of innovations across various technology areas.
• Prepare, draft, and file U.S. patent applications.
• Prosecute U.S. patent applications and coordinate with foreign counsel for international prosecution.
• Support IP due diligence projects and strategic patent portfolio management.
• Conduct legal and technical research and analysis relating to patent and IP matters.
• Collaborate with attorneys, clients, and business teams on IP strategy.
• Serve as a liaison for interdepartmental initiatives and interact regularly with outside counsel.

Requirements

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in drafting, filing, and prosecuting patent applications in a law firm or in-house setting, focusing on biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, or medical devices.
• Ph.D. in a relevant life sciences discipline.
• Registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office or eligibility to sit for the Patent Bar in the near term.
• Experience using search engines and databases such as SciFinder, USPTO, WIPO, EPO database systems.
• Experience with mechanical or electrical patent prosecution is a plus.
• Strong technological background and familiarity with relevant scientific subject matter.
• Ability to connect scientific details of research projects with patentability considerations.
• Strong organizational skills, keen attention to detail, and ability to prioritize projects and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.

Education

• Ph.D. in a relevant life sciences discipline.

Certifications

• Registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office or eligibility to sit for the Patent Bar.

Skills

• Proficiency in using patent-related databases and search engines.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Benefits

• Hybrid work environment with the ability to work remotely two days per week.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
1629 K ST NW, Suite 300
Washington
District of Columbia
United States 20006
Phone : (202) 955-5585
Fax : (213) 895-7306