Science Advisor/Patent Agent
- Technology Goodwin Procter LLP
- 3.8 San Francisco, CA Job Details $145,000
- $155,000 a year 8 hours ago Qualifications Content creation for technical audiences Computer Science Software Engineering Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering Legal writing Technical documentation Competitive analysis Legal risk management Mid-level U.
S. Patent and Trademark Office experience Patent Bar License Client management Computer Engineering Law office Managing projects Due diligence Intellectual property investigations Collaboration with legal team Electrical Engineering Intellectual Property (IP) due diligence Bachelor's degree in software engineering Technical writing within technology Bar Bachelor's degree in computer science Legal due diligence Communication skills Legal client consultation experience Full Job Description Job Details Goodwin Procter seeks a Science Advisor/Patent Agent to join our Technology business unit and Intellectual Property Transactions & Strategies group. This is an exciting opportunity for candidates who are looking to apply their expertise in a dynamic legal environment. Preferred candidates will have demonstrated interest and/or experience in the following: Drafting patent applications, including preparing detailed specifications and claims in coordination with inventors and in-house counsel. Performing comprehensive prior art searches and freedom-to-operate (FTO) analyses to support product development and risk mitigation strategies. Assessing scientific inventions and complex technologies to evaluate patentability, validity, and potential infringement risks. Supporting IP due diligence efforts in connection with mergers, acquisitions, investments, and licensing transactions. Conducting IP landscape and competitive intelligence analyses to inform client R D, IP strategy, and business planning. Advising clients on patent portfolio development and management, including prosecution strategies and global filing approaches. Managing the day-to-day needs of a client's patent portfolio, including preparing responses to offices' actions under the supervision of senior science advisors/associates in coordination with in-house counsel. Collaborating closely with attorneys and clients to align IP strategies with business objectives. Candidates applying for this position should have: Strong academic credentials and demonstrated technical writing and communication skills. Familiarity with US and international patent law principles, particularly in the life sciences and biotech domains. Eligibility to sit for the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) registration examination if not already registered.
Preferred qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in one of the following fields: computer science, computer engineering, software engineering, or electrical engineering. Prior law firm or in-house IP experience, particularly involving patent preparation and prosecution. Admission to practice before the USPTO is strongly preferred. A proactive, detail-oriented approach with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Target Salary Range:
$145,000
