Patent Agent​/Advisor Medtech

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a highly motivated Patent Agent/Advisor to join its patent counseling and prosecution practice in Palo Alto. The ideal candidate will possess industry experience and a degree in material, chemical, mechanical, or biomedical engineering. This role requires a broad understanding of various disciplines and technologies within chemical engineering or material science.

• 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.

• At least one year of law firm experience.
• Superb technical, written, and verbal communication skills in English.
• Broad scientific knowledge in mechanical and/or biomedical engineering.
• Initiative, fast learning ability, and teamwork skills.

• Degree in material, chemical, mechanical, or biomedical engineering (or related field). Advanced degree is a plus.

• Registered US patent agent or eligible for USPTO registration exam.

• Strong analytical and research skills.
• Excellent communication and drafting abilities.

• 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.
• Ten paid holidays annually.