Patent Agent Biomedical Device

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks a patent agent specializing in biomedical devices for its Austin, TX office. The ideal candidate will have over three years of experience in intellectual property, particularly in patent prosecution, with a background in biomedical engineering, mechanical engineering, physics, material science, or related medical device technology.

Duties

• Prepare draft patent applications and incorporate scientific aspects of inventions.
• Draft responses to communications from U.S. and foreign patent offices.
• Evaluate and report on technological aspects of inventions.
• Investigate general and specific technologies as needed.
• Discuss scientific aspects of inventions with clients and inventors.
• Identify and analyze complex patent issues and implement solutions.
• Communicate with inventors and the Patent & Trademark Office regarding patent applications.
• Interact professionally with clients, lawyers, and employees at all levels.
• Organize and prioritize tasks efficiently under time constraints.
• Stay updated on technology trends and make recommendations.
• Undertake continuing education to maintain accreditation.
• Enter, maintain, and analyze data for reports.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in biomedical engineering, mechanical engineering, physics, material science, or related field preferred; Master's or PhD in a related field is advantageous.
• Qualified to sit for the patent bar; preferably licensed to practice before the USPTO.
• Strong investigative and problem resolution skills.
• Knowledge of drafting complex patent documentation.
• Advanced working knowledge of research principles and methods.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to organize and prioritize tasks under time constraints.
• Familiarity with prosecution docketing systems.
• Understanding of confidentiality issues and ethical responsibilities.
• Flexibility to work additional hours as needed.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field preferred; advanced degrees are advantageous.

Certifications

• Registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.

Skills

• Advanced oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Knowledge of time management software.

Benefits

• Hybrid work model with a minimum of three days per week in the office.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
10777 Westheimer, Suite 1100
Houston
Texas
United States 77042
Phone : (713) 270-1199
Fax : (213) 895-7306