The Patent Technical Specialist assists with patent research, patent application preparation and submission, and patent prosecution activities, as well as searching literature and patent databases to develop and recommend patent strategies, leveraging a strong scientific background. This position will interface with firm attorneys and staff, administrative departments, and other entities where necessary. A hybrid work schedule is available for this position.

A career at Nixon Peabody is the opportunity to do work that matters. It’s the chance to use your knowledge to shape what’s ahead. To share, to innovate, to learn at a firm that taps the power of collective thinking.

We’ve created a dynamic, energizing environment that promotes success for our clients and each other. We offer fast growth, connectedness and training in business as well as law. And our rigorous standards assure you are part of a diverse team of top talent at every turn.

If you’re someone who’s looking toward the future, we’d love to hear from you.

Location: Boston, MA; Chicago, IL; Los Angeles, CA; San Francisco, CA; Washington, DC

• Assist attorneys in conducting literature and patent searching.
• Assist attorneys in reviewing file histories of patents.
• Analyze literature and patent databases to assess the patentability of inventions.
• Assist with prosecution of patent applications under close attorney supervision.
• Prepare patent applications under close attorney supervision.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

To perform this job successfully, you must be able to perform each essential job responsibility listed above, satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation. Nixon Peabody retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position. The requirements listed below are representative of the skills and abilities required.

Job Requirements:

• 0-3 years of patent experience; Post-doctoral or other related experience preferred.
• Advanced scientific degree (M.S., Ph.D.); or Bachelor’s Degree in technical discipline with relevant experience.
• Clear, concise, and accurate communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong technical writing skills.
• Effectively maintain working relationships with others involved in a legal matter.
• Sound judgement and inquiring disposition.
• Ability to maintain multiple responsibilities.
• Ability to manage deadlines, monitor prosecution docket, and comply with practice group procedures.
• Sound scientific and technical knowledge.
• Awareness of key sources for case law and preparing arguments.
• Awareness of patent prosecution procedures.
• Awareness of leading cases affecting patent law.
• Basic understanding of requirements for patentability.
• Basic understanding of validity and infringement concepts.
• Awareness of procedural requirements and stages of patent lifecycle.
• Basic understanding of patent application structure.
• Basic ability to apply rules and guidelines within the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure.
• Ability to conduct and evaluate basic patent and literature searched effectively.
• Ability to prepare key facts and observations for responses and opinions.

In accordance with applicable Federal and State laws, the anticipated annual salary range for this position, depending on location, is as follows:

• Chicago, IL: $98,949 to $150,943
• Washington, DC: $103,252 to $157,505
• Boston, MA: $103,252 to $157,505
• Los Angeles, CA: $103,252 to $157,505
• San Francisco, CA: $107,554 to $164,068

In addition to a standard benefits package, this role may be eligible for additional contingent compensation based on an array of factors, including but not limited to: work performance, geographic location, work experience, education, and qualifications. Because such contingent compensation is not yet calculable or may be zero ($0) in some circumstances, the above-listed salary range(s) are Nixon Peabody’s good faith estimate of the annual salary(ies) it reasonably expects to pay for the position at the time of this posting.

Nixon Peabody LLP is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer: Disability / Female / Gender Identity / Minority / Sexual Orientation / Veteran. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

To comply with Federal law, Nixon Peabody participates in E-Verify. All newly-hired employees are verified through this electronic system established by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Social Security Administration (SSA) to confirm their identity and employment eligibility. Please refer to the Notice of E-Verify Participation and the Right to Work posters on the Nixon Peabody Careers page for more information.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Los Angeles, CA: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Los Angeles, CA