Patent Agent

With nearly 80,000 employees globally, Kyocera is a leading manufacturer of high-tech ceramics used in various industries, including aerospace, automotive, medical applications, and semiconductor processing. You will find our innovative materials in everything from smartphones to space shuttles!PERKS:Competitive pay, benefits, and hours120 hours of vacation accrued per year to start (that's 3 weeks/year for regular 8-hour shifts!)10 Paid Holidays per year401(k)401(k) company matchPensionMedical insuranceVision insuranceLife insuranceFlexible Spending Account (FSA)Employee Assistance ProgramExempt:

YesPay Range:

$111,352.55 - $161,235.20 (Actual base pay based on factors such as relevant experience, education, market, qualifications, and skills)Safety Sensitive:

NoGENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:The Patent Agent is responsible for working with the Legal and IP team, outside patent prosecution and litigation counsel, and KII’s R&D and business units, to identify inventions, assist in drafting and prosecuting patent applications, and perform patent-related research and analysis.REQUIREMENTS:A degree in electrical engineering, telecommunications engineering, RFIC, or equivalent technical experience.A minimum of 3 years of work experience in the electrical/telecommunications/RFIC technologies patent prosecution field.Familiarity with Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) practice is preferred.Candidates currently licensed to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office as an agent are preferred, but consideration will be made to candidates with experience who are planning to take the Bar.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Evaluating the patentability of innovations and invention disclosures.Preparing, drafting, and filing patent applications.Drafting responses to domestic and foreign Office Actions.Performing research and analysis and providing guidance on a variety of patent and intellectual property-related issues.Performing prior art database searches for patentability and freedom to operate analyses.Preparing draft amendments to patent claims, specifications, and abstracts.Assisting patent attorneys with the global prosecution of complex patent families.ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:Experience in both writing original patent applications and prosecuting pending applications.Proficiency in Windows operating systems and Microsoft Office Suite and/or related software.Excellent academic credentials and references.Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.Strong problem-solving skills.Ability to prioritize and manage time effectively and handle a variety of tasks simultaneously.Excellent organization and communication skills, both oral and written.Strong attention to detail.Perform any other related duties as required or assigned.PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES:The following physical activities are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the functions of this job, the employee is

continuously

required to sit, talk or hear;

regularly

required to stand;

frequently

required to walk; and

occasionally

required to reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:The following work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the functions of this job, the employee is

continuously

exposed to extreme cold;

regularly

exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:The above statements are intended to describe the work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. The duties and responsibilities of this position are subject to change, and other duties may be assigned or removed at any time. This position may require exposure to information subject to US Export Control regulations, i.e., the International Traffic and Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be US persons within the meaning of US regulations.Kyocera International, Inc. values diversity in its workforce and is proud to be an AAP/EEO employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact Kyocera International, Inc. Human Resources team directly. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

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