Patent Agent #21545 Boston

Vanguard-IP

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Boston, MA Until 9/21/2026 First posted July 23, 2026 Last posted July 23, 2026
Job description

REQUIREMENTS

Candidates should have at least a bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, or an equivalent discipline. Familiarity with software and electronics is required, and experience with health and medicine is a plus. Candidates should be familiar with all aspects of U.S. and foreign patent prosecution. Prior firm experience and registration with the USPTO is required. Industry work experience is a plus, and experience with patent litigation is a plus.

Candidates must have an excellent academic record, superior organizational and communication skills (written and oral), a demonstrated commitment to providing exceptional client service, and a creative and strategic approach to prosecution.

SUMMARY

Vanguard Intellectual Partners (Vanguard-IP) specializes in the placement of IP/Patent professionals nationwide.

Our sole focus on intellectual property enables us to more deeply understand our clients’ technical needs, and our candidates’ individual talents and career interests. Our broad network of long-term client relationships gives us a competitive edge.

Our recruiters all have 10+ years of IP recruiting experience, and an exceptional record of success. We have superior knowledge of the IP job market, and offer trusted career advice for our candidates. We also have the resources and high-level contacts to get your resume noticed by the people who matter.

We look forward to speaking with you, and learning more about what you are seeking in your next opportunity.

CONFIDENTIALITY

At Vanguard-IP, we respect the confidentiality of every candidate who contacts us. Furthermore, we will always obtain expressed authorization before submitting your resume to any of our clients.

**Should you have an interest in exploring opportunities in another location, we have hundreds of openings in other markets. Please apply now and our team would be happy to review your information for this or other openings in your location of interest.

About this role

Summary

Manage patent prosecution and litigation, require USPTO registration, strong communication skills

Job title

Patent Agent

Experience level

null

Industry

intellectual property

Location requirements

Boston, MA; on-site preferred

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

patent prosecutionUSPTO registrationcommunication

Preferred skills

health and medicinefirm experience

Specializations

patent prosecutionpatent litigationelectronicssoftwaremedical
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Boston, MA, USA

On-site City