Our client is seeking a Patent Associate with 1–2 years of law-firm patent prosecution experience to join its San Diego team. The opportunity is suited to an attorney with a strong technical foundation in engineering or a related physical-sciences discipline and an interest in working with advanced technologies.
The Work
- Contribute to patent prosecution matters in a law-firm practice, applying prior prosecution experience to technically complex subject matter.
- Bring technical fluency to patent work involving areas such as artificial intelligence and machine learning applications, semiconductors, or optics, depending on experience and matter needs.
- Apply a background in physics, applied physics, engineering physics, physical chemistry, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, or materials science to patent matters.
- Work with subject matter in fields that may include solid-state physics, quantum computing, nuclear physics, and other related disciplines.
What You Bring
- 1–2 years of patent prosecution experience in a law firm.
- Membership in the patent bar.
- A technical background in physics, applied physics, engineering physics, physical chemistry, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, materials science, or a related discipline.
- Working knowledge or practical experience in AI or machine learning and its applications, solid-state physics, quantum computing, nuclear physics, semiconductors, or optics is strongly preferred.
- An advanced degree and prior patent agent experience are preferred; candidates with a B.S. or B.A. and relevant experience will also be considered.
- Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
- Superior academic credentials.
Why Consider It
The position offers a patent prosecution focus supported by a broad range of technical disciplines and advanced-technology subject matter.
Compensation & Benefits
The stated salary range is $225,000–$310,000, based on year classification, and discretionary merit bonuses may be awarded.
Benefits include healthcare coverage, paid parental leave, family-building support, wellness and behavioral-health resources, a 401(k), and firm-paid CLE, bar review fees, and bar dues.
Confidentiality
This is a confidential opportunity. Contact Advocates Legal Recruiting to discuss the role and receive additional details about the client and team. All inquiries will be handled confidentially.