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Brookhaven Science Associates, LLC

Patent Agent

Upton, NY · On-site

$150 - $200/hr

Bachelor's degree or higher in a technical or scientific discipline (or equivalent foreign degree). * Current registration as a Patent Agent with the USPTO. * Minimum six years of experience in ...

Brookhaven National Laboratory

Patent Agent

Upton, NY · On-site

The objective is to provide world-class legal services to support the world-class science being ... The Patent Agent will be registered to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark ...

Brookhaven National Laboratory

Patent Agent

Upton, NY · On-site

The objective is to provide world-class legal services to support the world-class science being ... The Patent Agent will be registered to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark ...

Everforth, Cybercoders

Patent Agent

Washington, DC · On-site

D. in Engineering, Computer Science, Biotechnology, Life Sciences, or a related technical field. * Registered Patent Agent with the USPTO (or qualified to sit for the USPTO registration exam ...

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Brookhaven National Laboratory

Patent Agent

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$150 - $200/hr

The objective is to provide world-class legal services to support the world-class science being ... The position of Patent Agent will be responsible for managing an active patent docket for BNL ...

Capstone Search Partners

Patent Agent

Aurora, CO · On-site

$110K - $210K/yr

The Opportunity: Patent Agent Job Summary A nationally recognized law firm is seeking an ... The ideal candidate will have a strong background in life sciences, possess a Ph.D. in a related ...

Capstone Search Partners

Patent Agent

Houston, TX · On-site

$110K - $210K/yr

The Opportunity: Patent Agent Job Summary A nationally recognized law firm is seeking an ... The ideal candidate will have a strong background in life sciences, possess a Ph.D. in a related ...

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

Denver, CO • On-site

Direct Counsel
Recruiting and Staffing Services • 1 - 10 employees
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$140K - $260K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 16 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).