Chemistry Patent Agent

M&C Recruiting & Consulting • Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States • $46.44k - $72.22k / year • 3d ago

At its core, our organization is bold, exceptional, collaborative, and supportive. Our people are the backbone, heart, and soul of our firm. Wherever you are in your professional journey, this is a place where you can engage in meaningful work and grow your career. Let’s see what we can achieve together.

Summary

We are seeking a patent agent to join our Patent Development & Strategy group.

Education

Undergraduate or graduate degree in chemical engineering or chemistry

Certificates

Registration with the USPTO

Experience

Minimum of 2+ years of experience with patent prosecution, drafting patent applications, and due diligence
Direct and applicable experience in a large or mid-sized law firm

Job Competencies & Desired Skills

Strong analytical and writing skills
Attention to detail
Good business judgment
Excellent organizational skills
Ability to work collaboratively and independently
Demonstrated oral and written communication skills
Research and problem-solving skills
Conceptual thinking
Ability to influence others
Persuasive communication
Management skills

General & Essential Job Expectations

While the specific job requirements may vary depending on the scope of the position and area of specialty, certain universal expectations include:

Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, colleagues, business professionals, and third parties
Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and respond to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner
Provide timely, accurate, and quality work
Successfully meet deadlines and expectations and perform job duties as required
Foster positive work relationships
Comply with all firm policies and practices
Engage in both physical and sedentary activities, such as working at a computer for extended periods, participating in digital/virtual conference calls, and attending meetings as needed
Perform all other duties, tasks, or projects as assigned

Employees are expected to embrace and uphold firm values as part of our culture. We are committed to excellence in how we represent our clients and develop our people.

Physical Demands, Work Environment, and Other Requirements

Sedentary work: Involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work typically involves sitting most of the time, with walking and standing required only occasionally.

Work Environment