A highly regarded, globally recognized law firm is seeking a motivated patent professional to join its busy patent counseling and prosecution practice. The role involves working across a broad range of technologies within chemical engineering and materials science, collaborating closely with patent attorneys on prosecution, counseling and litigation matters.

Responsibilities include conducting prior art database searches for patentability and freedom-to-operate analyses, analyzing patents and scientific literature to support attorneys, and drafting patent applications and responses to office actions. The position offers substantive responsibility and exposure to diverse technical subject matter.

The firm provides a full benefits package, generous parental leave and fertility benefits, and law school tuition assistance for patent agent candidates.

Degree in materials, chemical, mechanical or biomedical engineering, or a related field
At least one year of law firm experience
Substantive industry experience with broad scientific knowledge in mechanical and/or biomedical engineering
Advanced degree is a plus
Registered US patent agent, or eligible to sit for the USPTO registration exam and meet registration requirements
Superb technical, written and verbal communication skills in English
Initiative, fast learning ability, and strong collaboration skills

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