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Madison, WI, United States

Patent Agent or Engineer

Attorney

1-8 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm in Madison is seeking a Patent Agent or Engineer. The Patent Agent or Engineer will be responsible for patent drafting and prosecution, with a focus on electrical engineering, computer science, artificial intelligence, data science, machine learning, or robotics. Experience in AI-related fields, such as machine learning and data analytics, is preferred. Additionally, involvement with patent analysis/opinions of counsel and IPRs is advantageous. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are essential for collaborating with clients, attorneys, and staff.

Duties:

• Draft patent applications in the fields of electrical engineering, computer science, AI, data science, machine learning, or robotics
• Prosecute patent applications before the USPTO
• Conduct patent analysis and provide opinions of counsel
• Manage patent portfolios
• Collaborate with internal and external clients, attorneys, and staff
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information

Requirements:

• Bachelor's or advanced degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Machine Learning, or Robotics
• 2+ years of patent drafting and prosecution experience at a firm or in-house
• Experience with patent portfolio management
• Admission to the USPTO (preferred)
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to manage confidential information with discretion

Skills:

• Patent drafting and prosecution
• Knowledge of electrical engineering, computer science, AI, data science, machine learning, or robotics
• Experience with patent portfolio management
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a diverse team environment

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