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Assistant Life Science Patent Agent Jobs in Arizona

MNF Global

EE/CS Patent Agent

Phoenix, AZ

$150K - $200K/yr

EE/CS Patent Agent - Phoenix/Other Locations Join a Top Intellectual Property Law Firm Group: A ... Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or related ...

Stinson's

Patent Agent - Mechanical (PHX)

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

Delegate effectively and as appropriate with Paralegals or Legal Administrative Assistants. * Meet ... Employer-paid life insurance and AD&D * Short- and long-term disability benefits * Generous paid ...

Stinson's

Patent Agent - Mechanical (PHX)

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

Delegate effectively and as appropriate with Paralegals or Legal Administrative Assistants. * Meet ... Employer-paid life insurance and AD&D * Short- and long-term disability benefits * Generous paid ...

Stinson

Patent Agent - Mechanical (PHX)

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

Delegate effectively and as appropriate with Paralegals or Legal Administrative Assistants. * Meet ... Employer-paid life insurance and AD&D * Short- and long-term disability benefits * Generous paid ...

Stinson LLP

Patent Agent - Mechanical (PHX)

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$120 - $180/hr

Delegate effectively and as appropriate with Paralegals or Legal Administrative Assistants. * Meet ... Employer-paid life insurance and AD&D * Short- and long-term disability benefits * Generous paid ...

LPM Institute

Patent Agent - Mechanical (PHX)

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$100 - $150/hr

Delegate effectively and as appropriate with Paralegals or Legal Administrative Assistants. * Meet ... Employer-paid life insurance and AD&D * Short- and long-term disability benefits * Generous paid ...

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What is the difference between Assistant Life Science Patent Agent vs Patent Paralegal?

AspectAssistant Life Science Patent AgentPatent Paralegal
Required CredentialsTypically has a science degree, patent bar exam eligibility, and may pursue patent agent registrationNo specific credentials required, often has paralegal certification or experience
Work EnvironmentLaw firms, corporate IP departments, patent agencies focusing on patent prosecutionLaw firms, corporate legal departments supporting patent filing and management
Industry UsageCommonly employed in patent prosecution for life sciences inventionsSupports patent processes across various industries, including life sciences

The Assistant Life Science Patent Agent and Patent Paralegal roles both support patent prosecution but differ mainly in credentials and scope. The patent agent has specialized scientific knowledge and may be licensed to file patents, while the paralegal provides administrative and procedural support without licensing requirements.

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E.E & Computer Science Patent Prosecution Associate or Agent Phoenix

Direct Counsel

Phoenix, AZ

$240K - $365K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 11 days ago

Job description

Electrical Engineering & Computer Science Patent Prosecution

Patent Agent or Associate
Multiple U.S. Offices

Locations: Atlanta, GA | Denver, CO | Houston, TX | Kansas City, MO | Phoenix, AZ | San Francisco, CA | Seattle, WA | St. Louis, MO | Washington, DC
Preference for Washington, DC or San Francisco.

Salary: $140,000–$260,000 + Bonus + Comprehensive Benefits

Direct Counsel represents an AmLaw 100 firm seeking an experienced Patent Agent or Patent Associate to join its nationally recognized Electrical Engineering & Computer Science Patent Prosecution practice.

This is an outstanding opportunity for professionals with 3+ years of patent prosecution experience who are passionate about protecting cutting-edge technologies in artificial intelligence, semiconductors, robotics, and advanced computing.

Key Responsibilities
  • Draft, file, and prosecute U.S. and international patent applications.
  • Manage patent portfolios for innovative technology companies across a diverse client base.
  • Prepare high-quality patent applications involving:
    • Graphics Processing Units (GPUs)
    • Tensor Processing Units (TPUs)
    • AI accelerators and neural engines
    • Robotics circuitry and actuators
    • Electrical engineering and software technologies
  • Work closely with inventors and in-house counsel to develop strategic patent protection.
Qualifications
  • 3+ years of patent preparation and prosecution experience.
  • Bachelor's or advanced degree in:
    • Electrical Engineering
    • Computer Engineering
    • Software Engineering
    • Computer Science
    • Physics
    • Mathematics
  • Strong academic credentials with excellent technical, writing, and communication skills.
  • Prior law firm, engineering, or industry experience preferred.
  • USPTO registration required for all candidates.
  • JD and active state bar admission required for Patent Associate candidates.
Compensation & Benefits
  • Salary: $140,000–$260,000, depending on experience.
  • Discretionary performance bonus.
  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401(k), and paid time off.
Application Requirements

Qualified candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, undergraduate transcript, law school or graduate transcript (if applicable), and a writing sample (preferably a patent application).