Patent Agent

Blackrock Neurotech LLC • Salt Lake City, UT

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About The Position

In this role, you will help drive the Company's Intellectual Property (IP) initiatives by collaborating with engineers and scientists to develop and draft patent disclosures. You will support the growth and management of the Company's patent portfolio, including docketing and tracking key deadlines, and assist in the prosecution of patent applications as well as the management of trade secrets. This position reports to the Head of IP.

Requirements

• A degree in neuroscience, biomedical engineering, electrical engineering or related field
• 4+ years of experience preparing and prosecuting patent applications with success at the USPTO. Must have detailed knowledge of USPTO procedures.
• 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 and
• Analytical and organization skills - strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects
• Registered US Patent Agent

Nice To Haves

• Experience with patent application drafting and prosecution
• MS or PhD in neuroscience, biomedical engineering, electrical engineering or related field

Responsibilities

• Lead IP generation sessions with Engineers and Scientists of the Company to draft patent applications and other IP documents and IP processing.
• Conduct prior art, patentability and freedom to operate searches to counsel R&D and business colleagues.
• Prepare, file, and prosecute patent applications across various jurisdictions in collaboration with external law firms.
• Maintain patent dockets and handle internal reporting.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Publishing Industries
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees