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Patent Agent / Technical Specialist Location: Pittsburgh, PA Direct counsel is seeking a Patent Agent / Technical Specialist with 3+ years of patent prosecution experience to join a well-established ...
Experienced Patent Agent/Technical Specialist
Minneapolis, MN · On-site
$175K - $250K/yr
Barnes & Thornburg seeks an experienced Patent Agent or Technical Specialist with 3+ years of experience with deep AI concepts to support our growing needs across multiple practices. We offer the ...
Experienced Patent Agent/Technical Specialist
Minneapolis, MN · On-site
$175K - $250K/yr
Barnes & Thornburg seeks an experienced Patent Agent or Technical Specialist with 3+ years of experience with deep AI concepts to support our growing needs across multiple practices. We offer the ...
Barnes & Thornburg seeks an experienced Patent Agent or Technical Specialist with 3+ years of experience with deep AI concepts to support our growing needs across multiple practices. We offer the ...
Barnes & Thornburg seeks an experienced Patent Agent or Technical Specialist with 3+ years of experience with deep AI concepts to support our growing needs across multiple practices. We offer the ...
Experienced Patent Agent/Technical Specialist
Chicago, IL · On-site
$175K - $250K/yr
Barnes & Thornburg seeks an experienced Patent Agent or Technical Specialist with 3+ years of experience with deep AI concepts to support our growing needs across multiple practices. We offer the ...
Experienced Patent Agent/Technical Specialist
Chicago, IL · On-site
$175K - $250K/yr
Barnes & Thornburg seeks an experienced Patent Agent or Technical Specialist with 3+ years of experience with deep AI concepts to support our growing needs across multiple practices. We offer the ...
Barnes & Thornburg seeks a Patent Agent or Technical Specialist with a strong background in deep AI concepts to support our growing needs across multiple practices. We offer the opportunity to work ...
Barnes & Thornburg seeks a Patent Agent or Technical Specialist with a strong background in deep AI concepts to support our growing needs across multiple practices. We offer the opportunity to work ...
Entry Level Patent Agent/Technical Specialist
Chicago, IL · On-site
$100K - $175K/yr
Barnes & Thornburg seeks a Patent Agent or Technical Specialist with a strong background in deep AI concepts to support our growing needs across multiple practices. We offer the opportunity to work ...
Entry Level Patent Agent/Technical Specialist
Chicago, IL · On-site
$100K - $175K/yr
Barnes & Thornburg seeks a Patent Agent or Technical Specialist with a strong background in deep AI concepts to support our growing needs across multiple practices. We offer the opportunity to work ...
Entry Level Patent Agent/Technical Specialist
Minneapolis, MN · On-site
$100K - $175K/yr
Barnes & Thornburg seeks a Patent Agent or Technical Specialist with a strong background in deep AI concepts to support our growing needs across multiple practices. We offer the opportunity to work ...
Entry Level Patent Agent/Technical Specialist
Minneapolis, MN · On-site
$100K - $175K/yr
Barnes & Thornburg seeks a Patent Agent or Technical Specialist with a strong background in deep AI concepts to support our growing needs across multiple practices. We offer the opportunity to work ...
Technical Specialist
Washington, DC · Hybrid
Upon passing the US patent exam, Technical Specialists become practicing Patent Agents. Role location: This role is based in our Washington, D.C. office on a hybrid basis, with regular in-office days.
Technical Specialist
Washington, DC · Hybrid
Upon passing the US patent exam, Technical Specialists become practicing Patent Agents. Role location: This role is based in our Washington, D.C. office on a hybrid basis, with regular in-office days.
Technical Specialist
Washington, DC · On-site
$110K - $155K/yr
Upon passing the US patent exam, Technical Specialists become practicing Patent Agents. Role location: This role is based in our Washington, D.C. office on a hybrid basis, with regular in-office days.
Technical Specialist
Washington, DC · On-site
$110K - $155K/yr
Upon passing the US patent exam, Technical Specialists become practicing Patent Agents. Role location: This role is based in our Washington, D.C. office on a hybrid basis, with regular in-office days.
The position is open to registered Patent Attorneys/Agents as well as Technical Specialists with at least a bachelor's degree; and at least two years of experience in patent prosecution including ...
The position is open to registered Patent Attorneys/Agents as well as Technical Specialists with at least a bachelor's degree; and at least two years of experience in patent prosecution including ...
The position is open to registered Patent Attorneys/Agents as well as Technical Specialists with at least a bachelor's degree; and at least two years of experience in patent prosecution including ...
The position is open to registered Patent Attorneys/Agents as well as Technical Specialists with at least a bachelor's degree; and at least two years of experience in patent prosecution including ...
The position is open to registered Patent Attorneys/Agents as well as Technical Specialists with at least a bachelor's degree; and at least two years of experience in patent prosecution including ...
The position is open to registered Patent Attorneys/Agents as well as Technical Specialists with at least a bachelor's degree; and at least two years of experience in patent prosecution including ...
Upon passing the US patent exam, Technical Specialists earn a bonus and become practicing Patent Agents. Role location: This role is based in our Washington, D.C. office on a hybrid basis, with ...
Upon passing the US patent exam, Technical Specialists earn a bonus and become practicing Patent Agents. Role location: This role is based in our Washington, D.C. office on a hybrid basis, with ...
Associate (Technical Specialist, Patent Agent or Patent Attorney)
Alexandria, VA · On-site
$80 - $120/hr
The position is open to registered Patent Attorneys/Agents as well as Technical Specialists with at least a bachelor's degree; and at least two years of experience in patent prosecution including ...
Associate (Technical Specialist, Patent Agent or Patent Attorney)
Alexandria, VA · On-site
$80 - $120/hr
The position is open to registered Patent Attorneys/Agents as well as Technical Specialists with at least a bachelor's degree; and at least two years of experience in patent prosecution including ...
Upon passing the US patent exam, Technical Specialists become practicing Patent Agents. Role location: This role is based in our Washington, D.C. office on a hybrid basis, with regular in-office days.
Upon passing the US patent exam, Technical Specialists become practicing Patent Agents. Role location: This role is based in our Washington, D.C. office on a hybrid basis, with regular in-office days.
Technical Specialist - Semiconductors
Washington, DC · On-site
$110K - $155K/yr
Upon passing the US patent exam, Technical Specialists become practicing Patent Agents. Role location: This role is based in our Washington, D.C. office on a hybrid basis, with regular in-office days.
Technical Specialist - Semiconductors
Washington, DC · On-site
$110K - $155K/yr
Upon passing the US patent exam, Technical Specialists become practicing Patent Agents. Role location: This role is based in our Washington, D.C. office on a hybrid basis, with regular in-office days.
Technical Specialist - Wireless
Washington, DC · On-site
$110K - $155K/yr
Upon passing the US patent exam, Technical Specialists earn a bonus and become practicing Patent Agents. Role location: This role is based in our Washington, D.C. office on a hybrid basis, with ...
Technical Specialist - Wireless
Washington, DC · On-site
$110K - $155K/yr
Upon passing the US patent exam, Technical Specialists earn a bonus and become practicing Patent Agents. Role location: This role is based in our Washington, D.C. office on a hybrid basis, with ...
Intellectual Property Technology Specialist
Cambridge, MA · On-site
$88K - $132K/yr
Working closely with patent counsel, medicinal chemists, biologists, and external patent attorneys, the Technical Specialist will assist with invention harvesting, patent drafting, prior art analyses ...
Intellectual Property Technology Specialist
Cambridge, MA · On-site
$88K - $132K/yr
Working closely with patent counsel, medicinal chemists, biologists, and external patent attorneys, the Technical Specialist will assist with invention harvesting, patent drafting, prior art analyses ...
Intellectual Property Technology Specialist
Cambridge, MA · On-site
$88K - $132K/yr
Working closely with patent counsel, medicinal chemists, biologists, and external patent attorneys, the Technical Specialist will assist with invention harvesting, patent drafting, prior art analyses ...
Intellectual Property Technology Specialist
Cambridge, MA · On-site
$88K - $132K/yr
Working closely with patent counsel, medicinal chemists, biologists, and external patent attorneys, the Technical Specialist will assist with invention harvesting, patent drafting, prior art analyses ...
Intellectual Property Technology Specialist
Cambridge, MA · On-site
$88K - $132K/yr
Working closely with patent counsel, medicinal chemists, biologists, and external patent attorneys, the Technical Specialist will assist with invention harvesting, patent drafting, prior art analyses ...
Intellectual Property Technology Specialist
Cambridge, MA · On-site
$88K - $132K/yr
Working closely with patent counsel, medicinal chemists, biologists, and external patent attorneys, the Technical Specialist will assist with invention harvesting, patent drafting, prior art analyses ...
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$13.94 - $16.67
6% of jobs
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14% of jobs
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14% of jobs
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Job description
Patent Agent / Technical Specialist
Location: Pittsburgh, PA
Direct counsel is seeking a Patent Agent / Technical Specialist with 3+ years of patent prosecution experience to join a well-established national law firm. This role involves supporting the firm’s legal team on a wide variety of technical innovations, working with clients from start-ups to major corporations, and contributing to intellectual property strategy and patent portfolio management. Hybrid work options are available for qualified candidates.
ResponsibilitiesDraft comprehensive and accurate patent applications to protect client inventions.
Manage patent prosecution processes, including responding to office actions and obtaining patent allowances.
Conduct prior art searches, assess patentability, and advise clients on patent strategy.
Review invention disclosures and support freedom-to-operate analyses and IP due diligence.
Develop strategies to address challenges in patent law, including subject matter eligibility issues.
Collaborate with clients to align IP strategies with business objectives.
Participate in team training and maintain high-quality work while meeting deadlines.
3+ years of hands-on experience drafting and prosecuting patent applications.
Bachelor’s or advanced degree in a life sciences discipline (molecular biology, biochemistry, microbiology, genetics, immunology, or related field).
Active registration with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) in good standing.
Expertise in CRISPR, antibody therapeutics, cell and gene therapy, recombinant DNA, or bioinformatics is highly desirable.
Strong writing, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team-oriented environment.
This position offers meaningful professional growth within a national law firm platform, providing exposure to sophisticated patent prosecution and IP strategy matters.