Patent Agent/Advisor (Medtech)
$125k - $205kDirect Counsel
Job Description
Job Description
Patent Agent/Advisor (Medtech)
Locations: Boston, MA | Chicago, IL | Washington, DC | New York, NY | Reston, VA
Job Description:
Direct Counsel is seeking a Patent Agent or Advisor to join a leading intellectual property law firm with a strong focus on medtech innovations. The ideal candidate will have a degree in mechanical, chemical, or biomedical engineering (or a related discipline), at least one year of experience in a law firm setting, and a demonstrated ability to support patent prosecution and counseling in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities include:
Conducting prior art searches for patentability and freedom-to-operate analyses
Analyzing patents, scientific literature, and technical documents
Drafting patent applications and responding to USPTO Office Actions
Collaborating closely with attorneys on strategic patent counseling
Qualifications:
Degree in mechanical, chemical, or biomedical engineering (or related field); advanced degree preferred
Broad scientific knowledge, particularly in mechanical and/or biomedical engineering
At least one year of law firm experience in patent prosecution
Exceptional technical, writing, and verbal communication skills
Registered U.S. Patent Agent or eligible to sit for the USPTO registration exam
Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
Additional Details:
Law school tuition assistance is available for patent agent candidates
Equal Opportunity Employer
Compensation:
The expected annual salary range is $125,000 – $205,000 , based on experience, skills, and geographic location.
Benefits:
Comprehensive benefits package includes:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Accounts
Pre-tax commuter benefits
Firm-paid life insurance, AD&D, short- and long-term disability
Backup care for children/adults, fertility benefits, and parental support
Vacation (4 weeks annually), sick time (2 weeks annually), and 10 paid holidays
Generous parental leave policies
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