Associate - Semiconductors

Finnegan is seeking an Electrical Patent Associate with semiconductor industry experience to join our growing Electrical Practice Group in any of our U.S. offices. This position is ideal for a professional who has worked directly in the semiconductor industry and understands the technical, commercial, and practical realities of semiconductor design, manufacturing, fabrication processes, and related technologies. Industry experience is a key requirement for this role.

Successful candidates will have experience working with leading technology companies on patent drafting, prosecution, portfolio strategy, litigation, inter partes review, and related intellectual property matters involving semiconductors and the semiconductor industry.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience working with semiconductor-related patents
• 1+ years of experience in the semiconductor industry
• Candidates must be licensed to practice before the USPTO and in a state where Finnegan has an office. 
• A background in electrical engineering or a related degree is required. Advanced degrees are strongly preferred.

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The base annual pay range for this role is between $235,000 - $310,000. The base pay to be offered will vary and depend on skills and qualifications, experience, location and will also take into account internal equity. A full range of medical, financial and/or other benefits dependent on the position will also be offered. 

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