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Assistant Life Science Patent Agent Jobs in Virginia

McGuireWoods LLP

Patent Agent

Richmond, VA · Hybrid

  • PTO

... and work-life balance. Our Applicant Disclosures describe your rights. Our Privacy Statement ... Requires Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science and a minimum of three years of experience ...

McGuireWoods LLP

Patent Agent

Richmond, VA · Hybrid

  • PTO

... and work-life balance. Our Applicant Disclosures describe your rights. Our Privacy Statement ... Requires Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science and a minimum of three years of experience ...

McGuireWoods LLP

Patent Agent

Richmond, VA · On-site

$156K - $197K/yr

  • PTO

... and work-life balance. Our Applicant Disclosures describe your rights. Our Privacy Statement ... Requires Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science and a minimum of three years of experience ...

Direct Counsel

Patent Agent/Advisor (Software/AI)

Reston, VA

$125K - $228K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • PTO

Reviewing and analyzing patents, scientific literature, and technical documents * Drafting patent ... commuter benefits, life and disability insurance, long-term care coverage, backup care, and ...

NetApp

IP Agent

Mclean, VA · Hybrid

  • Medical

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This patent professional will work closely with NetApp's engineering, technical, and business ... This may cover Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Retirement or Pension Plans, Paid Time Off ...

Ofinno

Senior Patent Attorney, Video Compression

Reston, VA · On-site

$120 - $160/hr

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... Agent. Key Responsibilities As a Senior Patent Attorney, you will: * Draft and prosecute patent ... Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field. * License to practice before ...

Ofinno

Senior Patent Attorney, Video Compression

Reston, VA · On-site

$130K - $307K/yr

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... Patent Agent. This position may be filled at different career levels based on a candidate ... Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field * License to practice before a ...

Ofinno

Patent Engineer

Reston, VA · On-site

$117K - $216K/yr

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Ensure the integrity of patent files, assist in workload prioritization, and monitor compliance with deadlines * Provide patent landscaping and prior-art searches Qualifications: * Bachelor's degree ...

Ofinno

Senior Patent Attorney, Video Compression

Reston, VA · On-site

$130K - $307K/yr

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... Patent Agent. This position may be filled at different career levels based on a candidate ... Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field * License to practice before a ...

Ofinno

Senior Patent Attorney, Wi-Fi Technologies

Reston, VA · On-site

$130K - $307K/yr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Ofinno is seeking a technically skilled and detail-oriented Senior Patent Attorney or Agent to ... Prosecute patent applications globally, with a focus on the USPTO and the EPO * Assist in preparing ...

Ofinno

Senior Patent Attorney, Wi-Fi Technologies

Reston, VA · On-site

$130K - $307K/yr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Ofinno is seeking a technically skilled and detail-oriented Senior Patent Attorney or Agent to ... Prosecute patent applications globally, with a focus on the USPTO and the EPO * Assist in preparing ...

JBT Marel Corporation

Patent Attorney

Richmond, VA · Hybrid

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Profound understanding of scientific and technological principles and processes * Excellent written ... Excellent work life balance , including 42 vacation days , flexible working hours, and hybrid ...

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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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Patent Agent

McGuireWoods LLP

Richmond, VA • Hybrid

Full-time

PTO

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Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

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Job description

Overview

McGuireWoods LLP is seeking a Patent Agent to join our team. The Patent Agent will prepare original patent applications, prepare responses to office actions received from the USPTO, and handle routine correspondence with the USPTO. The ideal candidate must be registered with the USPTO, have a degree in Software Engineering, Chemical Engineering or Chemistry, and experience and interest preparing patent applications.

McGuireWoods, one of the world's leading law firms, has provided legal solutions to corporate, individual and nonprofit clients since 1834. Along with excellent benefits, McGuireWoods offers most employees a hybrid remote option allowing flexibility and work-life balance. Our Applicant Disclosures describe your rights. Our Privacy Statement describes how we will process and safeguard your personal data.

Responsibilities
  • Writes new patent applications for filing at USPTO.
  • Analyzes and revises patent agreements and assists with appeals, inferences, reexaminations, interviews and reissues.
  • Negotiates and drafts patent agreements; prepares documents for filing and processing.
  • Drafts responses to USPTO office actions.
  • Performs patentability and freedom-to-operate searches, publication clearance reviews and assists in maintaining an active prosecution docket.
Qualifications
  • Requires Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science and a minimum of three years of experience drafting, filing and prosecuting patent applications in the USPTO for an intellectual property law firm. 
  • Must be registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (PTO).
  • Must have excellent communication and organizational skills.
  • Ability to respond effectively to clients, employees and management and handle sensitive and/or confidential communications.
  • Must be self-motivated and have the ability to work under time restraints and deadlines.
  • Interest in using innovative AI technology, including Harvey and Copilot, to support efficient high-impact work.

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