Patent Agent

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Patent Agent in Boston, Massachusetts, to perform patent-related activities within the life sciences field. The role involves preparing, drafting, and filing patent applications, evaluating patentability, and advising on inventorship issues.

Duties

• Prepare, draft, and file patent applications with the USPTO.
• Draft and file responses to USPTO Actions.
• Evaluate the patentability of inventions and construe patent claims.
• Advise inventors, researchers, and attorneys on patentability and inventorship issues.
• Analyze technical documents and prepare legal analyses.
• Coordinate filing and prosecution of foreign patent applications.
• Prepare information disclosure statements and manage docketed deadlines.
• Conduct telephonic interviews with patent examiners.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Neurobiology, Neuroscience, or related life science field.
• Two years of patent-related activities in life sciences.
• Experience in preparing, filing, and prosecuting patent applications.
• Ability to identify potential patent infringements.
• Experience supporting patent agents/attorneys in life sciences.
• Experience with U.S. and foreign patent applications in biotechnology and pharmaceuticals.

Education

• Ph.D. in Neurobiology, Neuroscience, or related field.

Certifications

• USPTO registration exam (if not already registered).

Skills

• Strong analytical and technical research skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency in preparing legal documents and summaries.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
225 Franklin Street, 26th floor
Boston
Massachusetts
United States 02110
Phone : (857) 277-7381
Fax : (213) 895-7306