Patent Associate

Join a team where your legal expertise fuels innovation. We’re looking for a sharp, strategic Patent Associate to support intellectual property related activities under the supervision of the Patent Attorney. Work as part of a closely integrated IP team advising scientists, other company counsel, vice-presidents, and the president, on IP matters.

• Shape IP Strategy: Identify inventions, draft and prosecute patents (U.S. & international), and manage a global portfolio.
• Analyze & Advise: Conduct FTO and prior art searches; deliver legal opinions on infringement and validity.
• Negotiate & Protect: Draft IP agreements and assess export control risks (training provided).
• Collaborate & Lead: Guide internal teams and manage outside counsel on complex filings and disputes.

• Identify inventions, draft and prosecute patents (U.S. & international), and manage a global portfolio.
• Conduct FTO and prior art searches; deliver legal opinions on infringement and validity.
• Draft IP agreements and assess export control risks (training provided).
• Guide internal teams and manage outside counsel on complex filings and disputes.

• B.S. in science/tech (required); M.S. preferred
• Preferred to have taken Intellectual Property, Patent Law, Patent Prosecution, or related course in law school with a passing score.
• Preferred admission as a patent attorney or patent agent before the United States Patent and Trademark Office.
• California Bar passage or accreditation (Preferred)

• 2+ years in patent drafting/prosecution
• Strong technical foundation (engineering, materials, biology, chemistry, etc.)
• Detail-oriented, analytical, and a great communicator

• Experience in patent drafting/prosecution
• Strong technical foundation in relevant fields

Salary: $155,000-$180,000 annually. Compensation will be determined based on experience, skills, education, and internal equity. This is an onsite role in Oceanside, CA.

Why Join Us? You’ll be at the heart of innovation, helping shape the future of technology while protecting what makes us unique. If you're ready to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you.