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Madison, WI, United States

Patent Engineer, Scientist, Or Agent

Attorney

1-8 yrs required

Full-time

No

Job Overview

A law firm in Madison, WI, is seeking a Patent Engineer, Scientist, or Agent with a strong patent drafting and prosecution background. The ideal candidate will have expertise in optics, acoustics, video and audio signal processing and codecs, virtual/augmented reality, and microscopy systems and imaging techniques. This role offers a dynamic and challenging environment with opportunities for professional growth and development within a collaborative team.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Draft and prosecute patent applications, ensuring high-quality and timely submissions.
• Manage patent portfolios, including strategic planning and execution.
• Conduct patent analysis and provide opinions of counsel.
• Assist in Inter Partes Reviews (IPRs) and other patent litigation support as needed.
• Collaborate with internal and external clients, attorneys, and staff to develop strong working relationships.
• Stay current with changes in patent law and best practices, adapting to evolving firm needs.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with diverse stakeholders.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring deadlines are met.
• Handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Demonstrate adaptability and flexibility in a dynamic work environment.

Requirements

• 2+ years of patent drafting and prosecution experience at a firm or in-house.
• Demonstrated experience with optics, acoustics, video and audio signal processing and codecs, virtual/augmented reality, and microscopy systems and imaging techniques.
• Undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Optics, Physics, or Biomedical Engineering (with an electrical or software focus).
• Admission to the USPTO is a plus.
• Involvement with patent analysis/opinions of counsel and IPRs is a plus.
• Experience in software and AI is a plus.
• Graduate-level experience or an advanced technical degree is a plus.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong ability to learn and embrace new skills and best practices.
• Effective time management and deadline adherence for various ongoing projects.
• Capability to work independently as well as within a team.
• Excellent interpersonal skills for developing relationships and fostering teamwork.
• Superior oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in managing confidential information and handling sensitive situations.
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills with the confidence to initiate actions/solutions.
• Adaptability and flexibility in the face of unexpected changes.
• Ability to maintain composure and exercise good judgment in challenging situations.

Education and Certifications

• Undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Optics, Physics, and Biomedical Engineering (with an electrical or software focus).
• Admission to the USPTO is a plus.
• Graduate-level experience or an advanced technical degree is a plus.

Benefits

• A challenging and dynamic role with career development planning.
• Professional growth opportunities and performance management coaching.
• Specialized training programs and mentorship opportunities.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision care.
• Health savings accounts and flexible spending accounts.
• Wellness and employee/family assistance programs.
• Competitive base pay with performance recognition.
• Unlimited PTO plus ten paid holidays.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Short-term and long-term disability plans.
• Life insurance and critical illness insurance.
• Parental/family leave.
• Flexible remote work policy (up to days per week).
• Contemporary work environment and positive, respectful work climate.

Job Location

• Madison, WI

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