Patent Associate - Engineering

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Patent Associate in Boulder with 1-2 years of patent prosecution experience. The ideal candidate will have a background in physics, applied physics, engineering physics, physical chemistry, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, materials sciences, or related fields.

Duties

• Conduct patent prosecution and counseling.
• Collaborate with clients on patent strategy and innovation.
• Draft and file patent applications.
• Perform patentability and freedom-to-operate analyses.

Requirements

• 1-2 years of patent prosecution experience.
• Patent bar membership.
• Background in relevant engineering or science disciplines.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
• Superior academic credentials.

Education

• B.S./B.A. in relevant field; advanced degrees preferred.

Certifications

• Patent bar membership.

Skills

• Knowledge of AI/ML, solid state physics, quantum computing, nuclear physics, semiconductors, and optics preferred.

Benefits

• Monthly wellness reimbursements.
• 24/7 emotional and behavioral health support.
• Healthcare coverage for family.
• Family-building benefits.
• Paid parental leave.
• Career coaching for working parents.
• Back-up childcare options.
• Health Savings Accounts with firm contribution.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Pretax commuter and parking benefits.
• Life and disability insurance options.
• Voluntary insurance options.
• Medicare consulting.
• Firm-paid CLE, bar review fees, and bar dues.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
200 South Wacker Drive, 31st Floor
Chicago
Illinois
United States 60606
Phone : (312) 321-9411
Fax : (213) 895-7306