We are looking for a skilled Patent Agent to join our team in Hayward, California. In this role, you will play a key part in managing and expanding our intellectual property portfolio while collaborating with legal counsel, engineers, and leadership. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to innovative projects in a fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Draft and review patent applications while coordinating with outside counsel to ensure accuracy and quality.<br>• Oversee the management of the company's patent and trademark portfolio, working closely with teams such as R&D, marketing, and business development.<br>• Maintain and update the internal patent database and docket, including performing related administrative tasks.<br>• Evaluate invention disclosures, collaborate with inventors, conduct patentability searches, and formulate effective search strategies.<br>• Conduct analysis of patents for due diligence, freedom to operate assessments, and patentability evaluations.<br>• Monitor patent alerts and watches using tools like PatBase or PatDoc to stay informed on relevant developments.
<p>We are in search of a skilled Patent Agent to become a part of our team. The role will be based in our San Francisco office, and will involve working with a range of patent prosecution activities within the biotech and pharmaceutical industries. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities</p><p><br></p><p>• Handle patent prosecution tasks with a focus on maintaining accurate records and processing applications</p><p>• Utilize technical knowledge in cellular biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, genetics, immunology, virology, chemistry, organic chemistry, and pharmacy to enhance job functions</p><p>• Conduct detailed prior art searches for patentability and freedom to operate analyses</p><p>• Analyze patents and scientific papers to support patent preparation, prosecution, and counseling </p><p>• Ensure excellent written and verbal communication in English during all interactions</p><p>• Monitor customer accounts and take appropriate action when necessary</p><p>• Maintain a broad technical knowledge to aid in job functions</p><p>• Maintain a focus on customer inquiries, resolving them efficiently and effectively</p><p>• Ensure all customer credit applications are processed accurately and efficiently</p><p>• Uphold a high standard of service, maintaining accurate customer credit records.</p>