Overview
Lead Associate – Patent Drafting Jobs in Bangalore, Karnataka, India at Hourglass Research
Company Profile:
Hourglass Research is a leading Intellectual Property services firm with offices in San Jose, California and Bangalore, India. The company provides US Patent Drafting & Prosecution, Patent Analytics & Licensing services to multinational companies and startups. Over the past 14 years, Hourglass Research has been consistently chosen by Fortune 500 firms for their US patent drafting and analytics assignments.
Role Overview:
You will play a pivotal role in  managing US patent drafting  initiatives for esteemed technology companies and industry experts across
diverse
sectors including  Software, AI/ML, Wireless
Communication
, Networking, and Semiconductors . Your primary responsibility will be to facilitate
innovation
roadmaps and safeguard intellectual property through meticulous  drafting and prosecution of patent applications .
Job Description:
Independently carry out US patent drafting assignments , ensuring alignment with clients’
innovation
strategies
Conduct inventor interviews, manage email correspondence, and actively participate in attorney calls to facilitate
effective communication
and alignment between stakeholders
Collaborate closely with the team, providing guidance, reviewing work, and ensuring deliverables meet client expectations in terms of quality and timelines
Stay abreast of evolving USPTO/MPEP case laws and regulatory changes, imparting knowledge to the team and ensuring compliance in all patent-related activities
Desired Skillset:
Proficiency in US patent drafting across a spectrum of technology domains
Excellent written and verbal
communication
 [an absolute must]
Strong
project management
skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and drive them to successful completion
Ability to quickly understand and grasp complex/
cutting-edge technologies
Familiarity with patent processes and a keen understanding of USPTO/MPEP regulations and case laws
Experience in reviewing teams’ work to ensure quality and timely project delivery
Education
/
Experience:
Bachelors/Master’s degree in Electrical, Electronics,
Communication
, and Computer Science
IP
Experience:
3-5 years  in patent drafting
Join our team
and be at the forefront of
innovation
, shaping the future of technology through strategic patent drafting and protection.
Hourglass provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Title: Lead Associate – Patent Drafting
Company: Hourglass Research
Location: Bangalore, Karnataka, India
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