Closing Date: 22nd September, 2027
Description:
The Technical Advisor/Patent Agent will join Patent Prosecution Group and be trained in the art of patent application drafting and prosecution. No previous intellectual property experience is necessary. As a member of the Patent Prosecution Group, you will assist in the drafting and prosecution of patent applications for technical innovations. This is a unique position that will allow you to leverage your technical skills while developing new writing and client interaction skills. An advanced university degree in a technical field is not required but strongly preferred. Junior patent agents (1-2 years of experience) or those who have passed the registration exam but do not yet have any experience are also invited to apply for this position.As part of the Patent Prosecution Group, you will routinely learn about cutting-edge technological innovations and utilize your technical acumen to assist in preparation of descriptions, figures, analyses, and other materials regarding these innovations. We routinely work with some of the largest and most innovative technology companies in the world.
We provide our group with on-the-job training and mentoring to grow their skills. As a team member of the group, you will work with patent attorneys and agents to help secure patents for innovations.
This position is subject to export control laws.
Womble Bond Dickinson is committed to leadership in attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse workforce of highly talented professionals. Please apply through our online portal and submit your resume, a cover letter, and a writing sample (e.g., scientific paper, a published patent application, or issued patent). We will review applications on a rolling basis and will contact you if there is interest in moving forward with your candidacy. Direct inquiries regarding this opportunity to Christy Hunter, Recruiting Manager (Christy.Hunter@wbd-us.com).
The national average salary range for this role is $90,000 - $110,000. Starting salary will be determined based on location, qualifications, and experience.
Womble Bond Dickinson offers competitive compensation, and, in addition, we offer a range of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), and Paid Time Off “PTO”/Vacation. A discretionary bonus may be available based on performance.
Candidates are not required to submit age-related information and may redact any personally identifiable information on their application materials including but are not limited to age, date of birth, and dates of attendance and date of graduation for educational institutions. This position does not have a fixed deadline. The posting will remain open until the position is filled and all necessary due diligence has been completed for the selected candidate.
Womble Bond Dickinson (US) LLP will consider all qualified applicants for employment, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Los Angeles County applicants: Material job duties for this position are listed above. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to firm policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness, and safeguard business operations.