Technical Specialist - Semiconductor
Sterne, Kessler, Goldstein & Fox P.L.L.C. is a highly regarded intellectual property specialty law firm located in Washington, D.C. They are seeking a Technical Specialist to join their Electronics Group, where the individual will perform research, assist with patent applications, and interact with inventors. The role offers mentorship and the opportunity to pursue a career in intellectual property law by sitting for the Patent Bar.
Responsibilities
- Perform research into developing and emerging technologies
- Prepare written and oral reports to attorneys and/or patent agents
- Assist and prepare patent applications and other Patent Office filings, such as Information Disclosure Statements, replies to Notice to File Missing Parts, responses to Office Actions and Appeal Briefs for signature by attorneys and/or patent agents
- Interact with inventors to obtain disclosures
- Maintain and organize prosecution files
- Assist with prosecution of foreign patent applications by preparing letters of instruction to foreign associates for signature by attorneys and patent agents
- Maintain and monitor docket of work due dates
Skills
- Master's in electrical engineering and/or computer engineering
- Expertise in one or more of the following: Knowledge of 5G/LTE/wireless communications standards preferred, or 3G or 4G standards knowledge, Radiofrequency (RF) circuit design and communications knowledge, Internet of Things (IoT) Bluetooth communications design knowledge, Semiconductors
- Genuine and demonstrated interest in applying your scientific and research experience to the IP and patent law field
- A GEEKy hobby! Really! Ask about our GEEK WEEK gatherings
- PhD in electrical engineering and/or computer engineering
- An enterprising spirit to build on the comprehensive formal and informal training you will receive
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans in addition to virtual care services through CloseKnit
- On-site Wellness Center in our Washington, D.C. office
- Relocation expense reimbursement (up to an approved amount) for moving to the DC metro area
- Flexible spending accounts for healthcare, dependent care
- Wellness program
- Firm-paid life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) coverage
- Firm-paid short and long term disability insurance
- Supplemental life insurance and supplemental AD&D coverage, supplemental long term disability insurance, long term care insurance options
- 401(k) retirement savings plan
- Transportation commuter benefit program
- Back-up childcare and family support
- Pet insurance discount
- Employee Assistance Program services
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