Patent Attorney (Chemistry) – Law Firm – New Zealand

Fellows and Associates (on behalf of a leading NZ private practice), is seeking a chemistry patent attorney to work in New Zealand.

We know, you want to work with cutting edge innovative companies, research institutions and leading universities and employ your technical background in chemistry. Well, you can! And you can do so from New Zealand. Not only that, you can slot right into a career in a new jurisdiction that builds on your existing knowledge and values your qualifications.

For patent attorneys qualified in Europe, the UK and/or the USA (other jurisdictions may be considered) here is a fantastic chance to move somewhere new and be supported to do so. This isn’t a stop gap solution for the firm either, you can cross-qualify and build a long-term career with them.

This is a role that will likely suit someone who enjoys speaking to people, from a plentiful assortment of impressive existing clients to new relationships that you will build yourself. In addition to preparation and prosecution you will provide strategic IP advice, manage patent portfolios and be involved in contentious matters.

Moving internationally can be daunting. It can be the idea that you fantasize about but never get as far as realisation. This may be your best chance – the firm are highly supportive in making the process work and as recruiters for them we have great deal of experience helping attorneys move jurisdictions.

Apply online at:
https://fellowsandassociates.com/job-information?linkid=231

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Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: New Zealand

Patent Agent or Associate (High Tech) – Law Firm – Boston, New York, Washington DC, Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco

Mintz is looking for a patent agent or associate with at least two years of patent prosecution experience and a technology background in computer science, computer engineering, and/or electrical engineering. Candidates should have experience in one or more of the following technologies: machine learning, artificial intelligence, and image & signal processing. Specific duties include:

  • Reviewing invention disclosure documents and conducting invention disclosure meetings
  • Conducting prior searches, reviewing references and analyzing patentability
  • Drafting patent applications
  • Reviewing USPTO office actions, formulating response strategies, conducting examiner interviews, and drafting and filing responses
  • Managing U.S. and foreign dockets
  • Analyzing patents in connection with due diligence and/or freedom to operate analyses

Collaboration with team members is an important component of any role at Mintz. Therefore, the firm encourages working from the office approximately 60% of the time in accordance with the firm’s published guidelines.

Apply online at:
https://careers.mintz.com/viRecruitSelfApply/ReDefault.aspx?FilterREID=4&FilterJobCategoryID=1&FilterJobID=1416

Please include cover letter and resume/SV with your submission.

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Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Boston, New York, Washington DC, Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco

Computer & Electrical Patent Attorney/Agent – Law Firm – Fairfax, VA / Remote

Mannava & Kang, P.C. LLP is boutique intellectual property firm in Fairfax, VA, looking for a patent attorney/agent to prepare and prosecute patent applications for leading global technology companies, including several Fortune 500 companies. It is preferred that applicants have at least a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, physics or equivalent fields, and at least 2 years of patent prosecution experience. Patent examining experience at the USPTO and/or experience in optical/AR/VR technologies is a plus.

We offer a casual office environment with excellent work/life balance, salary, and benefits package. Some candidates may also qualify for full or partial remote/work-from-home options. There will also be ample opportunities for training, professional growth, and business development, if desired.

If you have excellent writing and communication skills, and love working in an innovative and collaborative work environment with top tier IP professionals, please submit your resume. If your experiences match what we are looking for, we will contact you for a personal interview.

Apply online at:
judyc@mannavakang.com

Include resume & cover letter with your submission.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Fairfax, VA / Remote

Counsel – Patent – Corporation – Remote Hybrid, CA or Ohio

American Honda Motor Company, Inc. The patent attorney has a high level of technical expertise in the fields of electrical/computer engineering and software to be able to properly support the engineers discovering and implementing features for Honda products and in clearing proposed technology being considered for Honda products to make sure that it is not infringing on third party patents. This attorney also prepares and negotiates intellectual property provisions and contracts with suppliers and universities on behalf of Honda.
At Honda, our associates take pride in their responsibilities. A typical day will include:

  • Collaborate with inventors to create and align patent strategy toward future technologies including for example connectivity/autonomous technologies, advanced materials, energy systems, or robotics; expand or adapt inventor ideas to the broadest extent possible and evaluate inventions for patentability, perform and review patent searches and prepare opinion reports, including patentability analyses, infringement analyses, invalidity analyses and litigation support
  • Work with engineers in developing a robust strategy that ensures the appropriate technology for incorporating electric motors to generate movement instead of internal combustion engines and focusing on the major components found in electric cars together with their function within the system; provide advice as to what extent Honda’s new advanced technologies will rely on patented technology standards
  • Research forward-looking technology to identify innovation whitespace, scout for innovations, and benchmark the R&D strategies of competitors in both traditional Honda-related fields as well as new competitors from new business areas; Perform IP analyses such as IP landscape studies, and make proposals for development and business groups; evaluate patents in new fields that may be worthwhile commercializing
  • Prepare and prosecute patent applications in advanced technologies, and perform all tasks related to managing the assigned portfolio of patent applications through the patent offices
  • Negotiate and draft contracts for AHM-IP clients; meet with engineers and other relevant associates to understand the project details, schedule and other requirements; report contract terms/negotiation status to management

We are looking for qualified people with diverse backgrounds and experiences, open minds, and a disciplined work ethic. To bring the future to Honda as a Counsel - Patent, you must have:

  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical/computer engineering, computer science, physics or other similar scientific discipline
  • JD from accredited law school and member in good standing of the bar of Ohio or California, or willing to arrange to become admitted in Ohio or California.
  • Must be a registered patent attorney in good standing with the USPTO
  • 10 years of patent prosecution or relevant experience in complex technologies including software, electrical, computer or advanced materials
  • Ability to understand technical information including drawings, schematics, and formulations, and to communicate effectively with engineers/scientists regarding complex matters
  • Knowledge of how to perform patentability, clearance and invalidity investigations and provide opinions in complex technology areas including software, electrical, computer, or advanced materials
  • Ability to manage outside counsel in complex matters
  • Ability to communicate effectively with management regarding activities involving complex technologies
  • Ability to understand and create IP landscape reports
  • Ability to negotiate and draft contracts

Apply online at:
http://www.honda.com/careers

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Remote Hybrid, CA or Ohio

Corporate IP Counsel – Large Corporation – Phoenix, Arizona; Remote Possibility

Onsemi, a large law firm is seeking a corporate IP counsel to work in Phoenix, Arizona.  This position is also open remote candidates that are willing to travel to Phoenix.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to:

  • Develop and implement evolving corporate intellectual property strategy
  • Actively manage the invention disclosure process for inventions from onsemi’s engineering community, including by participating in patent committees, supervising outside counsel in the drafting and prosecution of new patent filings, and so forth
  • Perform competitive analysis and landscape studies related to the company’s products
  • Conduct new product clearance activities including non-infringement and invalidity analyses
  • Assist with a wide variety of other intellectual property matters including IP litigation support, drafting and negotiating IP agreements, mergers and acquisition diligence, patent monetization, portfolio analytics, budgeting, and so forth

Qualifications - External

  • J.D. degree from an A.B.A. accredited law school, and membership with at least one state bar
  • Admission to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
    3+ years of experience as a patent attorney
  • Bachelor's (or higher) degree in Electrical Engineering or physics, preferably with a strong technical background involving integrated circuits, semiconductor device physics, and semiconductor manufacturing technologies
  • Fluency in written and spoken English
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with both technical and non-technical audiences

Apply online at:
www.onsemi.com/careers keyword: 2104970

 

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Phoenix, Arizona; open to remote candidates that are willing to travel to Phoenix

IP Life Sciences Associate – Law Firm – Flexible Location

Duane Morris LLP, a named Top 10 Law Firm for Pharma Work by BTI Consulting Group, has an opening for an intellectual property litigation associate with pharmaceutical/biopharmaceutical experience to join its Life Sciences practice. Candidate should have familiarity with intellectual property strategies, including trade secret, patent estate and lifecycle management strategies in protecting FDA-approved drug products, for both pre-litigation analysis and active litigation, including prior art searching. Our ideal candidate will hold a B.S. or advanced degree in the life sciences or related disciplines, will have 2-5 years’ IP-related experience in a relevant life science discipline, will be well-versed in pharmaceutical IP analysis and possess litigation skills, and who will thrive in our creative, entrepreneurial and collegial environment. Admission to the USPTO preferred and flexibility in office location with bar admission required in jurisdiction of practice or waiver eligible. EOE/AA/M/F/D/V.

Apply online at:

https://www.duanemorris.com/site/careers.html#tab_CurrentOpportunities

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Flexible Location

Patent practitioner – Law Firm – Remote

Cooper Legal Group, LLC is a growing IP firm seeking a patent attorney or patent agent to primarily handle patent preparation and prosecution in the semiconductor, electrical, and/or mechanical arts. Candidates will ideally have degrees in electrical engineering, computer science, mechanical engineering, and/or the like. Remote working arrangements and flexible hours are available. Exceptional compensation and benefits offered. Please send resumes to admin@cooperlegalgroup.com.

Apply online at:
admin@cooperlegalgroup.com.

Writing samples desired but not required

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Remote

Patent Attorney (2-8 years) – Law Firm – Denver, Boulder, Salt Lake City, Boise, or Remote

Holland & Hart is looking for experienced patent attorneys to join our dynamic, growing electronics and software focused patent practice.

Want to push the boundaries of patents and super-charge your practice?

Our team has the privilege of helping some of the world’s greatest technology companies create a smarter, better planet. Clients trust us to strategically protect and position their business-critical innovations using our unmatched expertise in wireless communications, memory technology, electronics, software (including AI and cloud computing), complex medical devices, and standards-essential patents. Our team of lawyers, patent agents, and patent engineers operates like a sophisticated technology team—we’re reinventing patent prosecution using AI and automation solutions created with our in-house developers.

Our relentless commitment to our clients is the hallmark of what we do. We intentionally cultivate a close-knit team culture that prioritizes people, client service, and technical excellence. Collaborative teamwork, innovation, diversity and inclusion, and maintaining a great work/life balance are core values and key to our success.

Tired of being bogged down in monotony and ready to focus on today’s and tomorrow’s most exciting technologies?

Want to leverage sophisticated patent drafting and prosecution tools to work faster and better?

Do you thrive in a supportive work environment where your ideas are encouraged, heard, and valued?

Then you’re a perfect fit for our cutting-edge team! Come reinvent your future with us.

Applicant Requirements:

  • Subject matter experience in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Computer Science/Engineering, Software, Mechanical Engineering, or comparable technologies.
  • Collaborative attitude and mindset—you will work daily with patent agents, patent engineers, IP specialists, software developers, and business professionals.
  • Top academic performance and aptitude to learn new technology required.
  • Wireless communications experience is a plus, but not required.

How do I apply? • Please be prepared to submit your resume, cover letter, brief writing sample (publicly available patent application, office action response, or other technical writing) and law school and undergrad transcripts via the online application portal. • To learn more about what makes our patent group unique and to apply please visit: https://hhpatentcareers.com/patent-attorneys-careers. • Contact Ceanne Price, Recruitment & Client Care Coordinator at CAPrice@hollandhart.com if you experience any issues or have questions.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Denver, Boulder, Salt Lake City, Boise, or Remote

Patent Scientist – Computer Science – Law Firm – Open to any office location (Irvine, Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco, Seattle, New York City, Dist. of Columbia)

Knobbe Martens provides an opportunity for engineers and scientists to further their professional growth and career development in exciting, challenging ways. Put your technical degree to work on issues involving science, technology, and the law. Candidates will assist with the successful procurement of patent protection for innovative technologies, evaluate with the designs of new products, and assist with the evaluation of competitor products.

Each client brings novel and diverse technologies to our firm. Therefore, the candidate will learn about a variety of new technologies, learn to identify inventive features, learn to describe the inventions, and work with the Patent Office to allow a patent for the technology. The position also requires a candidate to possess the ability to explain and describe new technologies in a way that is concise and descriptive.

Responsibilities and Duties:

  •  Reviewing new client technologies to determine potentially patentable features.
  •  Creating technical diagrams and drawings that describe the invention.
  •  Writing patent applications with clarity and technical accuracy.
  •  Reviewing issued patents.

To be successful in this position the candidate must be a strong communicator, both written and oral. The candidate must be able to work independently, with a large amount of working freedom. In addition, each candidate will eventually participate in a patent law course and become registered with the United States Patent Office.

Education and Experience:

  •  B.S. degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or other similar technical field is required.
  •  At least two years of patent prosecution experience.
  •  Must be independently motivated to succeed and measure success on a team level.
  •  Qualified candidates will possess strong academic credentials and communication skills.

EOE/Veterans/Disability. Knobbe Martens will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative Ordinance and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. If you experience technical difficulties submitting the application, please e-mail queries to: webmaster@knobbe.com.

Apply online at:
http://www.knobbelaw.com/viDesktop/viRecruitSelfApply/ReDefault.aspx?FilterREID=6&FilterJobCategoryID=3&FilterJobID=484

Please include a cover letter, resume, transcripts and writing sample with your submission.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Open to any office location (Irvine, Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco, Seattle, New York City, Dist. of Columbia)

Patent Counsel – Computer Science – Law Firm – Open to any office location (Irvine, Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco, Seattle, New York City, Dist. of Columbia)

Knobbe Martens is seeking motivated candidates to join our team. Applicants must have at least two years of experience in patent prosecution to assist in the drafting and prosecution of patent applications. Patent Counsel is a non-partnership track position. This position requires a B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or other similar technical field and a J.D. from an ABA accredited school with a GPA of 3.0 or above. Must be licensed to practice law in California, Washington State, or New York. Candidates must have strong communication skills, both written and oral.

EOE/Vet/Disability. Knobbe Martens will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative Ordinance and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. If you experience technical difficulties submitting the application, please e-mail queries to: webmaster@knobbe.com.

Apply online at:
http://www.knobbelaw.com/viDesktop/viRecruitSelfApply/ReDefault.aspx?FilterREID=6&FilterJobCategoryID=3&FilterJobID=485

Please include a cover letter, resume and transcripts.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Open to any office location (Irvine, Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco, Seattle, New York City, Dist. of Columbia)

Computer Science Patent Attorney/Agent – Law Firm – Portland, OR

Klarquist Sparkman, LLP, a mid-size law firm focusing exclusively on Intellectual Property law, is actively seeking lateral patent prosecution associates and patent agents with electrical engineering, computer science, or physics degrees for its office located in Portland, Oregon. Candidates should have excellent academic credentials and preferably 2 to 4 years of experience prosecuting patent applications relating to computer science. Excellent writing, interpersonal, and communication skills are required.

We are committed to promoting diversity within Klarquist, and strongly encourage candidates who come from backgrounds historically underrepresented in the patent legal profession (e.g., based on gender, race, ethnicity, culture, religion, sexual orientation, military service, and disability) to apply.

Located in one of the country’s most beautiful and livable cities, Klarquist Sparkman offers its professionals a challenging and rewarding career representing top-tier clients. The firm’s compensation and benefits package are highly competitive with other top-level firms in the Pacific Northwest. To learn more about the firm please visit our website at www.klarquist.com.

Apply online at:
https://klarquist.com/about/careers/cs-associate-or-agent/

Interested candidates should apply through our website with a cover letter, resume, transcripts (undergraduate and graduate (if applicable)) and writing sample.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Portland, OR

Mechanical Patent Attorney/Agent – Law Firm – Portland, OR

Klarquist, a mid-size IP-focused law firm, is actively seeking lateral patent attorneys or agents with strong expertise in mechanical engineering. Candidates should have excellent academic credentials and preferably 3-5 years of experience prosecuting patents in the medical device field. Excellent writing, interpersonal, and communication skills are required.

We are committed to promoting diversity within Klarquist, and strongly encourage candidates who come from backgrounds historically underrepresented in the patent legal profession (e.g., based on gender, race, ethnicity, culture, religion, sexual orientation, military service, and disability) to apply.

Located in one of the country’s most beautiful and livable cities, Klarquist Sparkman offers its professionals a challenging and rewarding career representing top-tier clients in patent, copyright, trademark, and other IP matters. The firm’s compensation and benefits package is highly competitive with other top-level firms in the Pacific Northwest.

To learn more about the firm please visit our website at www.klarquist.com.

Apply online at:
https://klarquist.com/about/careers/

Interested candidates should apply through our website with a resume, transcripts (for all degrees), writing sample, and a cover letter telling us why you want to join our team.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Portland, OR

Trademark Attorney – Law Firm – West Palm Beach, Florida

The West Palm Beach office of Akerman LLP seeks a Trademark Attorney with 12+ years of experience for its growing Intellectual Property Practice Group. Trademark prosecution and trademark portfolio management experience, as well as experience with USPTO Trademark Trial and Appeal Board proceedings, is required. Trademark litigation and/or copyright experience is considered a plus. Must possess a Juris Doctor degree from an ABA accredited law school and be a member of The Florida Bar. Part-time, flexible and remote hybrid work schedules are available.

Apply online at:
https://selfapply.akerman.com/viRecruitSelfApply/ReDefault.aspx?FilterREID=2&FilterJobCategoryID=20&FilterJobID=561

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: West Palm Beach, Florida

Patent Attorney for Preparation/Prosecution – Law Firm – Remote

Proactive Patents, LLC is seeking a patent attorney for preparation/prosecution. This is a part-time or full-time, remote position focused on handling patent preparation and prosecution in the software, telecom, networking and semiconductor fields (sorry but no chem/bio/mechanical). We provide production-based compensation with the potential for bonuses while providing the freedom to work when and where you please.

Qualifications Required:

  • 7+ years of recent preparation and/or prosecution experience
  • Registered Patent Attorney at the USPTO
  • Technical degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer -Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent fields
  • Self-motivated individual that can hit the ground running
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

Apply online at:
https://www.proactivepatents.com/careers/part-time-patent-attorney-prep/

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Remote

Qualified U.S. Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Paris (France)

Cabinet Beau de Loménie, a top-tier European patent law firm located in beautiful Paris, France, is seeking a qualified U.S. Patent Attorney possessing at least a Bachelor’s degree in computer science or telecommunications.

The position involves patent application preparation in English and prosecution (mainly before the EPO and USPTO), client counseling, opinion work, and other related IP work for some of the world’s leading technology companies and universities.  In addition to transactional IP work, the qualified applicant will have the opportunity to advise team members and clients on all aspects of U.S. patent law, as well as to be trained in procedures associated with the European patent system (e.g., prosecution, opposition, etc.) with the option of sitting the European Qualifying Examination before the EPO following the requisite training period.

The candidate should ideally possess 1-4 years of patent application preparation and prosecution experience, and be currently registered in good standing to practice before the USPTO.  Experience as a patent examiner is desirable.  English as a native language is a must, while French language skills are helpful but not mandatory.  Occasional travel to the U.S. for client development purposes is anticipated.

Salary commensurate with experience.

Apply online at:
https://www.bdl-ip.com/en/offre/bdl-paris-qualified-u-s-patent-attorney/

Include CV + Cover letter with your submission.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Paris (France)

Part-time Patent Billing Coordinator – Law Firm – Pittsburgh and/or Boston hybrid remote

GTC Law Group is seeking a Part-time Patent Billing Coordinator to work in Pittsburgh and/or Boston hybrid remote.

 

Roles and responsibilities:
Assist with legal billing process, including attorney time entry, reviewing billing reports and reviewing client invoices against client billing requirements (such as proper task codes, project-based billing and the like). 4+ years experience required.

Apply online at:
dspinale@gtclawgroup.com

Include resume with your submission.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Pittsburgh and/or Boston hybrid remote

Intellectual Property Associate – Life Sciences – Law Firm – Boston, MA

Are you looking to join an established team at an AmLaw100 firm? Nelson Mullins is seeking a mid-level Associate to join its Intellectual Property team. This is a nationwide search and the opportunity is open to multiple large markets.

You have meaningful experience with patentability and freedom-to-operate analysis, opinion work, due diligence projects, and client counseling. You will receive mentoring and training in the practice of intellectual property law.

As a Nelson Mullins Associate, you’ll be joining the ranks of over 800 attorneys and a firm culture that will offer you a broad practice platform that is also personal enough to provide individual client attention no matter your office location.

Drawing from more than 3 years’ experience working in IP law, you have meaningful patent prosecution experience with an immunology background preferred though not required. You will work directly with attorneys and patent agents on IP matters for leading pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies.

You have a PhD (or equivalent) in molecular cell biology, immunology, biochemistry or relevant biological science required. You have meaningful prior patent preparation and prosecution experience, preferably two to seven years’ experience. You have excelled academically with strong writing, analytical, and communications skills. You are admitted to the state Bar of a major metropolitan city where Nelson Mullins has an office.

At Nelson Mullins, we help advance our clients’ business goals through flexibility, business sense, and tireless advocacy based on a deep understanding of their business worlds. A team of more than 800 attorneys, policy advisors, e-discovery professionals, and other business professionals work side-by-side with you towards shared goals. With more than 100 diversified practice areas, including government relations, and policy services, as well as our Encompass e-discovery and information governance services, the Firm provides lateral attorneys joining us with a broad bench from which to pull in practitioners who can team with you to provide client services.

Apply online at:
https://careers-nelsonmullins.icims.com/jobs/2734/intellectual-property-associate---life-sciences/job?mode=view

Please submit a resume, cover letter, and a copy of law school transcript

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Boston, MA

Patent Scientist – Biotechnology – Law Firm – Open to any office location in CA, DC, NY, WA

Knobbe Martens provides an opportunity for engineers and scientists to further their professional growth and career development in exciting, challenging ways. Put your technical degree to work on issues involving science, technology, and the law. The candidate will assist with the successful procurement of patent protection for innovative technologies, evaluate the designs of new products, and assist with the evaluation of competitor products.

Each client brings novel and diverse technologies to our firm. Therefore, the candidate will learn about a variety of new technologies, learn to identify inventive features, learn to describe the inventions, and work with the Patent Office to allow a patent for the technology. The position also requires a candidate to possess the ability to explain and describe new technologies in a way that is concise and descriptive.

Responsibilities and Duties:

  •  Reviewing new client technologies to determine potentially patentable features.
  •  Writing patent applications with clarity and technical accuracy.
  •  Drafting persuasive responses to patent office rejections.
  •  Reviewing issued patents.

To be successful in this position the candidate must be a strong communicator, both written and oral. The candidate must be able to work independently, with a large amount of working freedom. In addition, each candidate will eventually participate in a patent law course and become registered with the United States Patent Office.

Education and Experience:

  •  Ph.D. in biological sciences is required.
  •  At least two years of biotechnology-related patent prosecution experience is preferred.
  •  Must be independently motivated to succeed and measure success on a team level.
  •  Qualified candidates will possess strong academic credentials and exceptional oral and written communication skills.

EOE/Females/Minorities/Veterans/Disability. Knobbe Martens will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative Ordinance and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Apply online at:
http://www.knobbelaw.com/viDesktop/viRecruitSelfApply/ReDefault.aspx?FilterREID=6&FilterJobCategoryID=3&FilterJobID=475

Please include a cover letter, resume, transcripts and writing sample with your submission.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Open to any office location in CA, DC, NY, WA

Patent Counsel – Biotechnology – Law Firm – Open to any office location in CA, DC, NY, WA

Knobbe Martens seeks motivated candidates to join our team. Patent Counsel applicants should have at least two years of biotechnology-related patent prosecution experience to assist in the drafting and prosecution of foreign patent applications. This is a non-partnership track position. This position requires a M.S. degree in biological sciences and a J.D. from an ABA accredited school with a GPA of 3.0 or above. Must be licensed to practice law. Candidates must have strong technical writing skills.

EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability. Knobbe Martens will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative Ordinance and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Apply online at:
http://www.knobbelaw.com/viDesktop/viRecruitSelfApply/ReDefault.aspx?FilterREID=6&FilterJobCategoryID=3&FilterJobID=476

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Open to any office location in CA, DC, NY, WA

Patent Scientist – Mechanical Engineering/Design Patent – Law Firm – Open to any office location in CA, DC, NY, WA

Knobbe Martens provides an opportunity for engineers and scientists to further their professional growth and career development in exciting, challenging ways. Put your technical degree to work on issues involving science, technology, and the law. The candidate will assist with the successful procurement of patent protection for innovative technologies, evaluate the designs of new products, and assist with the evaluation of competitor products.

Each client brings novel and diverse technologies to our firm. Therefore, the candidate will learn about a variety of new technologies, learn to identify inventive features, learn to describe the inventions, and work with the Patent Office to allow a patent for the technology. The position also requires a candidate to possess the ability to explain and describe new technologies in a way that is concise and descriptive.

Responsibilities and Duties:

  •  Reviewing new client technologies to determine potentially patentable features.
  •  Writing patent applications with clarity and technical accuracy.
  •  Drafting persuasive responses to patent office rejections.
  •  Reviewing issued patents.

To be successful in this position the candidate must be a strong communicator, both written and oral. The candidate must be able to work independently, with a large amount of working freedom. In addition, each candidate will eventually participate in a patent law course and become registered with the United States Patent Office.

Education and Experience:

  •  B.S. in in Mechanical Engineering is required. M.S. or Ph.D. is preferred.
  •  At least one to three years of experience in patent prosecution, including experience with design patent applications, is required.
  •  Must be independently motivated to succeed and measure success on a team level.
  •  Qualified candidates will possess strong academic credentials and written communication skills.

EOE/Females/Minorities/Veterans/Disability. Knobbe Martens will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative Ordinance and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Apply online at:
http://www.knobbelaw.com/viDesktop/viRecruitSelfApply/ReDefault.aspx?FilterREID=6&FilterJobCategoryID=3&FilterJobID=456

Please include a cover letter, resume, transcripts and writing sample with your submission.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Open to any office location in CA, DC, NY, WA