Patent Agent / Patent Agent Trainee

Overview

Take the next step in your career and join Osler’s Intellectual Property Department in our Ottawa office. We are seeking all seniorities of Patent Agents, including Junior or Patent Agent Trainees with a background in software, electronics, or computer-related subject matter, who is either already qualified, or looking to train to become a certified Canadian Patent Agent. The successful candidate’s main responsibilities will include drafting and prosecuting patent applications, primarily in relation to mechanics, electronics, or artificial intelligence/software/computer-related technologies. In this position you will have the opportunity to work with Canada’s largest Emerging and High Growth (EHG) practice group.

Responsibilities

• Drafting and prosecuting patent applications, primarily in relation to mechanics, electronics, or AI/software/computer-related technologies.
• Collaborating with clients and internal teams to understand invention disclosures and develop robust patent strategies.
• Engaging in patent prosecution activities in Canada, with potential exposure to worldwide prosecution as appropriate.

Position Requirements

• Advanced degree (M.Sc., preferably Ph.D.) in electrical engineering, physics, computer sciences, software engineering or related area
• Dedication to high quality work product with strong attention to detail
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment while providing top-quality client service
• Superior time-management and organizational skills to efficiently multi-task and prioritize competing demands
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, both with internal and external clients
• Three or more years of relevant work experience and exposure to patents, gathering of intellectual property disclosures in the relevant technical area
• Exposure to a wide array of technologies, and proficiency with the basic understanding of patent structure and specification writing in other technical areas (e.g. simple mechanical device/apparatus) is an asset
• Basic knowledge of Canadian patent practice, including recent Canadian Patent Law changes, or a willingness to study and learn all aspects of these fields
• Some experience with managing client relationships; any previous experience coordinating worldwide prosecution of patent portfolios would be an asset
• If not already a Patent Agent, expectation to study as a Class 3 Patent Agent Trainee, fulfill the training and certificate requirements, with the eventual result of becoming a Class 1 Registered Canadian Patent Agent in the CPATA

Accessibility and Accommodation

We thank all applicants for their interest in Osler; however, only chosen applicants will be contacted. Osler is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment, and we welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities and people with diverse backgrounds, identities, and cultures. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates in all phases of the selection process.

We are currently working in a hybrid work arrangement, which includes a requirement to work partially in the office.

Background and Reference Checks

Please note that any offer of employment will be conditional upon background and reference checks, including a criminal record check, credit check, and employment and educational verifications.

Seniority level

• Internship

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Legal
• Industries: Law Practice

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