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Job description

Eckert Seamans, a national, full-service AmLaw 200 firm, seeks a motivated Patent Agent or Attorney with an electrical engineering background in our Pittsburgh, PA office. The firm would also consider hiring the right candidate in any of our offices or remote work-from-home options. This position will work with and support patent attorneys with patent preparation and prosecution matters.

Qualifications:

Patent Agent or Patent Attorney with a degree in electrical engineering or a related field of study
A minimum of 2 years of patent preparation and prosecution experience
Strong written and verbal communication skills
USPTO registration required

We invite you to apply if you have substantive patent preparation and prosecution experience with an electrical engineering background and are looking for an exciting opportunity in a growing, collaborative firm where your contributions are valued and integral to our continued success. Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and writing sample.

Benefits:

Generous PTO and holiday schedule
Medical/Vision/Dental insurance
Hybrid work schedule
Commuter Benefits
Paid parental leave
401k plan

Eckert Seamans is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, age, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, disability or any protected military or veteran status.

Eckert Seamans will not consider resumes submitted by external agencies or recruiters unless specifically requested and approved by an HR/Recruiting representative for this position. Prior approval is required even if the agency or recruiter has an agreement in place with Eckert Seamans Cherin & Mellott, LLC. An external agency or recruiter will not be compensated in any way for the submission of a candidate for this position if prior approval is not obtained.

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