Patent Engineer/Scientist

Reports To: Agent Group Leader

Summary Description: The Patent Engineer assists patent attorneys with all aspects of patent prosecution, including patentability searches, preparation and prosecution of patent applications, clearance searches, and invalidity searches. This role has a strong emphasis on managing PCT national phase entries under 35 U.S.C. § 371, particularly for matters originating from Japan, and involves working closely with clients who require Japanese language fluency.

Essential Functions: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Conducts patentability searches and analyses, and assists in the identification of patentable inventions
• Prepares Information Disclosure Statements for submission to the US Patent and Trademark Office
• Assists with invalidity and clearance searches
• Drafts patent applications with the assistance of the patent team
• Assists with developing response strategies to office actions
• Solves client challenges and respond to client needs
• Works hand-in-hand with inventors on newly created products

Competencies:

• Decision Making - Identifies issues and provides suggestions to day-to-day problems; prioritizes and effectively completes daily tasks
• Communication - Shares information by using data and information to support an argument or point of view; keeps team informed about progress and problems; avoids surprises; and understands the appropriate level of confidentiality required
• Leadership - Gives positive and constructive feedback to peers; trains new employees; finds solutions to a problem; works autonomously; and is motivated to anticipate future business needs
• Continuous Learning - Attends required training; accepts planned change willingly
• Teamwork - Works as a member of the team, and understands the goals of the team; understands that team members' needs, ideas and solutions vary
• Alignment to Values - Is aware of the Firm's values and consistently demonstrates them; is aware of the meaning/strategic goal of the Firm's Diversity & Inclusion values; has a deep understanding of one's own core functions

Required Education: Bachelor’s degree in science, engineering, or math

Preferred Education: N/A

Required Licenses and/or Certifications: N/A

Required Experience: Full professional proficiency in Japanese

Preferred Experience: 1-2 years of experience

Supervisory Responsibilities:N/A

Physical Activity: The employee will be required to sit for prolonged periods and work on a computer.

Travel Required: N/A

Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

EEO Statement: Armstrong Teasdale is an equal opportunity employer and will make all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, veteran status or other protected status, in accordance with federal, state and local laws. At Armstrong Teasdale, we define diversity and inclusion broadly and focus on helping professionals of all races, religions, national origins, gender identities, ethnicities, sexual orientations and physical abilities feel a sense of belonging. Diversity and inclusion are core values of the firm, and we recognize the richness they bring to our workplace.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $80,000.00 per year

Work Location: Hybrid remote in St. Louis, MO 63105