Patent Agent
Alpharetta, GA · On-site
You will support the growth and management of the company's patent portfolio, including docketing and tracking key deadlines, drafting and prosecution of patent applications. This position reports to ...
Patent Agent
Alpharetta, GA · On-site
You will support the growth and management of the company's patent portfolio, including docketing and tracking key deadlines, drafting and prosecution of patent applications. This position reports to ...
Patent Agent
Springfield, MO · Remote
$100K - $170K/yr
Medical
Dental
Life
Retirement
PTO
The program manager focuses on the professional development of patents agents and engineers and assists with workload management. This role focuses on preparing and prosecuting patent applications.
Patent Agent
Springfield, MO · Remote
$100K - $170K/yr
Medical
Dental
Life
Retirement
PTO
The program manager focuses on the professional development of patents agents and engineers and assists with workload management. This role focuses on preparing and prosecuting patent applications.
Patent Agent
Omaha, NE · Remote
$100K - $170K/yr
Medical
Dental
Life
Retirement
PTO
The program manager focuses on the professional development of patents agents and engineers and assists with workload management. This role focuses on preparing and prosecuting patent applications.
Patent Agent
Omaha, NE · Remote
$100K - $170K/yr
Medical
Dental
Life
Retirement
PTO
The program manager focuses on the professional development of patents agents and engineers and assists with workload management. This role focuses on preparing and prosecuting patent applications.
Patent Agent
Los Angeles, CA · Remote
$100K - $170K/yr
Medical
Dental
Life
Retirement
PTO
The program manager focuses on the professional development of patents agents and engineers and assists with workload management. This role focuses on preparing and prosecuting patent applications.
Patent Agent
Los Angeles, CA · Remote
$100K - $170K/yr
Medical
Dental
Life
Retirement
PTO
The program manager focuses on the professional development of patents agents and engineers and assists with workload management. This role focuses on preparing and prosecuting patent applications.
Patent Agent
Houston, TX · Remote
$100K - $170K/yr
Medical
Dental
Life
Retirement
PTO
The program manager focuses on the professional development of patents agents and engineers and assists with workload management. This role focuses on preparing and prosecuting patent applications.
Patent Agent
Houston, TX · Remote
$100K - $170K/yr
Medical
Dental
Life
Retirement
PTO
The program manager focuses on the professional development of patents agents and engineers and assists with workload management. This role focuses on preparing and prosecuting patent applications.
Patent Agent
Washington, DC · Remote
$100K - $170K/yr
Medical
Dental
Life
Retirement
PTO
The program manager focuses on the professional development of patents agents and engineers and assists with workload management. This role focuses on preparing and prosecuting patent applications.
Patent Agent
Washington, DC · Remote
$100K - $170K/yr
Medical
Dental
Life
Retirement
PTO
The program manager focuses on the professional development of patents agents and engineers and assists with workload management. This role focuses on preparing and prosecuting patent applications.
Manage patent prosecution, IP strategy, and portfolio development for clients across diverse sectors, including automotive, healthcare, and manufacturing. * Develop and maintain strong relationships ...
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Manage patent prosecution, IP strategy, and portfolio development for clients across diverse sectors, including automotive, healthcare, and manufacturing. * Develop and maintain strong relationships ...
Patent Agent
Phoenix, AZ · Remote
$100K - $170K/yr
The program manager focuses on the professional development of patents agents and engineers and assists with workload management. This role focuses on preparing and prosecuting patent applications.
Patent Agent
Phoenix, AZ · Remote
$100K - $170K/yr
The program manager focuses on the professional development of patents agents and engineers and assists with workload management. This role focuses on preparing and prosecuting patent applications.
Patent Agent
Providence, RI · Remote
$100K - $170K/yr
The program manager focuses on the professional development of patents agents and engineers and assists with workload management. This role focuses on preparing and prosecuting patent applications.
Patent Agent
Providence, RI · Remote
$100K - $170K/yr
The program manager focuses on the professional development of patents agents and engineers and assists with workload management. This role focuses on preparing and prosecuting patent applications.
Patent Agent
Los Angeles, CA · Remote
$100K - $170K/yr
The program manager focuses on the professional development of patents agents and engineers and assists with workload management. This role focuses on preparing and prosecuting patent applications.
Patent Agent
Los Angeles, CA · Remote
$100K - $170K/yr
The program manager focuses on the professional development of patents agents and engineers and assists with workload management. This role focuses on preparing and prosecuting patent applications.
Patent Agent
Madison, WI · Remote
$100K - $170K/yr
Medical
Dental
Life
Retirement
PTO
The program manager focuses on the professional development of patents agents and engineers and assists with workload management. This role focuses on preparing and prosecuting patent applications.
Patent Agent
Madison, WI · Remote
$100K - $170K/yr
Medical
Dental
Life
Retirement
PTO
The program manager focuses on the professional development of patents agents and engineers and assists with workload management. This role focuses on preparing and prosecuting patent applications.
Patent Agent
Milwaukee, WI · Remote
$100K - $170K/yr
Medical
Dental
Life
Retirement
PTO
The program manager focuses on the professional development of patents agents and engineers and assists with workload management. This role focuses on preparing and prosecuting patent applications.
Patent Agent
Milwaukee, WI · Remote
$100K - $170K/yr
Medical
Dental
Life
Retirement
PTO
The program manager focuses on the professional development of patents agents and engineers and assists with workload management. This role focuses on preparing and prosecuting patent applications.
Patent Agent
Boston, MA · Remote
$100K - $170K/yr
Medical
Dental
Life
Retirement
PTO
The program manager focuses on the professional development of patents agents and engineers and assists with workload management. This role focuses on preparing and prosecuting patent applications.
Patent Agent
Boston, MA · Remote
$100K - $170K/yr
Medical
Dental
Life
Retirement
PTO
The program manager focuses on the professional development of patents agents and engineers and assists with workload management. This role focuses on preparing and prosecuting patent applications.
Patent Agent
Mountain View, CA · On-site
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Coordinate and manage client management and outside counsel with regards to patent applications and issues; * Educate client management and inventors on patent systems and procedures; * Review ...
Patent Agent
Mountain View, CA · On-site
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Coordinate and manage client management and outside counsel with regards to patent applications and issues; * Educate client management and inventors on patent systems and procedures; * Review ...
Patent Agent
Oakland, CA · Remote
$100K - $170K/yr
The program manager focuses on the professional development of patents agents and engineers and assists with workload management. This role focuses on preparing and prosecuting patent applications.
Patent Agent
Oakland, CA · Remote
$100K - $170K/yr
The program manager focuses on the professional development of patents agents and engineers and assists with workload management. This role focuses on preparing and prosecuting patent applications.
Patent Agent
Nashville, TN · Remote
$100K - $170K/yr
Medical
Dental
Life
Retirement
PTO
The program manager focuses on the professional development of patents agents and engineers and assists with workload management. This role focuses on preparing and prosecuting patent applications.
Patent Agent
Nashville, TN · Remote
$100K - $170K/yr
Medical
Dental
Life
Retirement
PTO
The program manager focuses on the professional development of patents agents and engineers and assists with workload management. This role focuses on preparing and prosecuting patent applications.
Patent Agent
Chattanooga, TN · Remote
$100K - $170K/yr
Medical
Dental
Life
Retirement
PTO
The program manager focuses on the professional development of patents agents and engineers and assists with workload management. This role focuses on preparing and prosecuting patent applications.
Patent Agent
Chattanooga, TN · Remote
$100K - $170K/yr
Medical
Dental
Life
Retirement
PTO
The program manager focuses on the professional development of patents agents and engineers and assists with workload management. This role focuses on preparing and prosecuting patent applications.
Patent Agent
Austin, TX · Remote
$100K - $170K/yr
The program manager focuses on the professional development of patents agents and engineers and assists with workload management. This role focuses on preparing and prosecuting patent applications.
Patent Agent
Austin, TX · Remote
$100K - $170K/yr
The program manager focuses on the professional development of patents agents and engineers and assists with workload management. This role focuses on preparing and prosecuting patent applications.
Patent Scientist
Dallas, TX · On-site
$70K - $75K/yr
The Patent Scientist will work with attorneys, inventors, and clients to evaluate innovative ... Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and exercise sound judgment. * Strong ...
Patent Scientist
Dallas, TX · On-site
$70K - $75K/yr
The Patent Scientist will work with attorneys, inventors, and clients to evaluate innovative ... Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and exercise sound judgment. * Strong ...
Patent Agent
Dallas, TX · Remote
$100K - $170K/yr
The program manager focuses on the professional development of patents agents and engineers and assists with workload management. This role focuses on preparing and prosecuting patent applications.
Patent Agent
Dallas, TX · Remote
$100K - $170K/yr
The program manager focuses on the professional development of patents agents and engineers and assists with workload management. This role focuses on preparing and prosecuting patent applications.
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How much do patent manager jobs pay per year?
As of Aug 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for patent manager in the United States is $119,876.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $95,500.00 and $140,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.
What does a patent manager do?
A Patent Manager oversees the patent process within an organization, ensuring that intellectual property is properly protected. They coordinate with inventors, legal teams, and patent offices to file, review, and manage patent applications. Their role includes conducting patent searches, ensuring compliance with regulations, and strategizing to safeguard the company's innovations. Additionally, they may handle licensing agreements and infringement issues to maximize the value of intellectual property.
What are the common daily responsibilities of a patent manager?
As a Patent Manager, your daily tasks typically include overseeing the filing and prosecution of patent applications, managing patent portfolios, and working closely with inventors to identify protectable innovations. You will also liaise with external counsel, coordinate responses to office actions, and develop intellectual property strategies that align with business objectives. Another crucial aspect involves conducting patent landscape analyses and monitoring competitor activity. This role often requires balancing strategic oversight with hands-on administrative tasks, making it both dynamic and integral to a company’s innovation efforts.
What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a patent manager?
To thrive as a Patent Manager, you need a solid background in patent law, intellectual property management, and often a technical degree in engineering or science. Familiarity with patent management software, databases like USPTO/EPO, and professional certifications such as Registered Patent Agent or Attorney are highly valuable. Strong leadership, negotiation skills, and the ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly are important soft skills. These competencies enable effective oversight of patent portfolios, strategic decision-making, and successful collaboration with inventors, attorneys, and business leaders.
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Job description
Arclin
You can find Arclin everywhere. Our technologies make homes and transportation safer, help crops flourish, keep water clean, protect first responders and members of the military, and preserve the purity of essential pharmaceuticals. These vital, everyday products can't fail, and we're here to give the world an extra layer of performance and peace of mind.
With ~4,000 team members across more than 30 global manufacturing facilities, we operate with the scale to make a global impact and the agility to solve complex challenges at the molecular level. Rooted in scientific discovery and innovation, Arclin's materials redefine performance across industries - from Firepoint®'s patented intumescent technology that helps stall flames and save lives to the iconic Kevlar® and Nomex® brands trusted to protect those who serve, strengthen aerospace and industrial systems, and perform where reliability and safety are top of mind.
As we expand our mission-critical materials portfolio and shape the next era of performance technologies, we're looking for people who want to grow, lead, and solve the challenges others can't. Together, we'll advance the innovations that keep the world moving. Because at Arclin, our people are truly Vital Beyond Measure.
In this role, you will help drive the company's Intellectual Property (IP) initiatives by collaborating across various functions to develop and draft patent disclosures. We seek someone who will play a crucial role in evaluating new inventions, formulating patent strategy, and securing intellectual property rights for novel technologies. You will support the growth and management of the company's patent portfolio, including docketing and tracking key deadlines, drafting and prosecution of patent applications. This position reports to the Intellectual Property Manager.
Patent Agent / Scientific Advisor
What you'll do:
• Analyze invention disclosures, scientific publications, and technical data, communicate complex scientific concepts clearly and effectively in written and verbal form.
• Conduct prior art, patentability and freedom to operate searches to counsel R&D and business colleagues.
• Work closely with patent practitioners and inventors to draft patent applications and other IP documents.
• Respond to office actions and all other correspondence related to patents.
• Maintain patent dockets and handle internal reporting.
• Monitor developments in relevant scientific and patent literature.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, polymer chemistry, material science, or a closely related discipline; advanced degree preferred.
• Recently passed the USPTO Patent Bar Examination; or currently studying for or planning to take the Patent Bar Examination.
• Communication skills to act as a facilitator in IP brainstorming session and patent application drafting.
• Technical writing skills - ability to draft clear, concise technical documents including invention summaries.
• Proven ability to perform complex IP analyses including product clearances, technology landscapes and prior art searches. Familiarity with patent searching databases and AI search tools desired.
• Analytical and organization skills - strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Train scientists/engineers and business personnel on intellectual property matters.
• Actively prioritize work responding to deadlines and changing critical needs.
• Registered US Patent Agent preferred.
This position is being managed exclusively through our internal Talent Acquisition team. We are not engaging external search firms or staffing agencies for this opportunity.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
You can find Arclin everywhere. Our technologies make homes and transportation safer, help crops flourish, keep water clean, protect first responders and members of the military, and preserve the purity of essential pharmaceuticals. These vital, everyday products can't fail, and we're here to give the world an extra layer of performance and peace of mind.
With ~4,000 team members across more than 30 global manufacturing facilities, we operate with the scale to make a global impact and the agility to solve complex challenges at the molecular level. Rooted in scientific discovery and innovation, Arclin's materials redefine performance across industries - from Firepoint®'s patented intumescent technology that helps stall flames and save lives to the iconic Kevlar® and Nomex® brands trusted to protect those who serve, strengthen aerospace and industrial systems, and perform where reliability and safety are top of mind.
As we expand our mission-critical materials portfolio and shape the next era of performance technologies, we're looking for people who want to grow, lead, and solve the challenges others can't. Together, we'll advance the innovations that keep the world moving. Because at Arclin, our people are truly Vital Beyond Measure.
In this role, you will help drive the company's Intellectual Property (IP) initiatives by collaborating across various functions to develop and draft patent disclosures. We seek someone who will play a crucial role in evaluating new inventions, formulating patent strategy, and securing intellectual property rights for novel technologies. You will support the growth and management of the company's patent portfolio, including docketing and tracking key deadlines, drafting and prosecution of patent applications. This position reports to the Intellectual Property Manager.
Patent Agent / Scientific Advisor
What you'll do:
• Analyze invention disclosures, scientific publications, and technical data, communicate complex scientific concepts clearly and effectively in written and verbal form.
• Conduct prior art, patentability and freedom to operate searches to counsel R&D and business colleagues.
• Work closely with patent practitioners and inventors to draft patent applications and other IP documents.
• Respond to office actions and all other correspondence related to patents.
• Maintain patent dockets and handle internal reporting.
• Monitor developments in relevant scientific and patent literature.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, polymer chemistry, material science, or a closely related discipline; advanced degree preferred.
• Recently passed the USPTO Patent Bar Examination; or currently studying for or planning to take the Patent Bar Examination.
• Communication skills to act as a facilitator in IP brainstorming session and patent application drafting.
• Technical writing skills - ability to draft clear, concise technical documents including invention summaries.
• Proven ability to perform complex IP analyses including product clearances, technology landscapes and prior art searches. Familiarity with patent searching databases and AI search tools desired.
• Analytical and organization skills - strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Train scientists/engineers and business personnel on intellectual property matters.
• Actively prioritize work responding to deadlines and changing critical needs.
• Registered US Patent Agent preferred.
This position is being managed exclusively through our internal Talent Acquisition team. We are not engaging external search firms or staffing agencies for this opportunity.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
About Arclin
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Industry
Chemical manufacturing
Company size
201 - 500 Employees
Headquarters location
Roswell, GA, US
Year founded
1992