Patent Agent or Associate in Electrical Engineering amp Computer Science

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Patent Agent or Associate to join its Electrical Engineering and Computer Science Patent Prosecution practice group in Houston, TX. The role involves managing patent preparation and prosecution for a diverse client base, focusing on electrical engineering and software-related technologies.

• Draft and file high-quality patent applications.
• Oversee patent preparation and prosecution processes.
• Ensure accuracy and timeliness of submissions.
• Collaborate with clients on patent strategies.

• Minimum of 3 years' relevant patent preparation and prosecution experience.
• Undergraduate or advanced degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, software engineering, computer science, physics, or mathematics.
• Experience with graphics processing units, tensor processing units, accelerators, neural engines, and robotics circuitry and actuators is preferred.

• Undergraduate or advanced degree in relevant fields.

• Admission to the USPTO is required.

• Superb writing and communication skills.
• High level of academic achievement.
• Solid law firm, engineering, or industry experience.

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Voluntary insurance including vision
• 401(k) plan
• Paid time off