Patent Agent/Advisor (Medtech)
$125k - $228kDirect Counsel
Patent Agent Or Patent Advisor (Medtech)
Direct Counsel is seeking a Patent Agent or Patent Advisor (MedTech) to join a leading national law firm's patent counseling and prosecution practice.
This position is available in Palo Alto or San Diego.
About the Role
The firm is looking for a highly motivated candidate with substantive industry experience, at least one year of law firm experience, and a degree in materials, chemical, mechanical, or biomedical engineering (or a related field). The ideal candidate will bring a strong technical foundation and broad exposure to disciplines within chemical engineering and materials science, supporting a robust medtech-focused IP practice.
Key responsibilities include:
- Conducting prior art database searches for patentability and freedom-to-operate analyses
- Reviewing and analyzing technical literature, patents, and scientific documents
- Drafting patent applications and responses to USPTO office actions
- Assisting attorneys with patent prosecution, counseling, and litigation support
- Collaborating with attorneys on a range of patent matters involving complex technologies
Qualifications
- Degree in materials, chemical, mechanical, or biomedical engineering (or related field)
- Broad scientific knowledge in mechanical and/or biomedical engineering
- Advanced degree preferred
- At least one year of experience in a law firm environment
- Strong technical, written, and verbal communication skills
- Must be a registered U.S. patent agent or eligible for the USPTO registration exam
- Ability to take initiative, learn quickly, and work effectively in a team setting
- Law school tuition assistance available for patent agent candidates
Compensation & Benefits
- Expected annual salary: $125,000–$228,000 (final compensation dependent on location, experience, and skillset.)
- Full range of elective benefits including medical, dental, vision, HSA/FSA options, commuter benefits, life insurance, long-term care coverage, backup care, and parental support resources
- Firm-paid life insurance, AD&D, LTD, short-term medical benefits
- Generous parental leave and fertility benefits
- Vacation accrual at four weeks per year, sick time at two weeks per year, and 10 paid holidays annually
Vacancy posted 2 days ago
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