CAREERS

Analyst Positions

Are you a STEM graduate looking for a new challenge? You might not know it, but you could have what it takes to become a Technology Analyst at Erise.

CAREERS

Analyst Positions

Are you a STEM graduate looking for a new challenge? You might not know it, but you could have what it takes to become a Technology Analyst at Erise.

Patent Agent

Denver, Kansas City

Patent Agent

Denver, Kansas City

Our Patent Analysts aren’t afraid to debate with attorneys; they formulate, articulate, and argue their findings.

We’re looking for self-motivated, curious, and thoughtful professionals with technical backgrounds who want to put their critical thinking skills to work in new and different ways. You’ll perform a variety of tasks in this job, collaborating with various clients across different technologies. Your knowledge of CAD or writing code, for example, will help, but you won’t be stuck in one box performing one specific task.

Does this sound like you?

We want great written and verbal communicators who can explain detailed concepts to a range of audiences, from attorneys and juries (who may have limited to no technical knowledge), to patent examiners and inventors (who have more authoritative knowledge). Maybe you were on the debate team in school? Or maybe you enjoy creative and persuasive writing? They also enjoy reading and technical writing, including patent applications and legal documents.

As an analyst, you’ll use these skills to address the technical aspects of intellectual property cases. As opposed to most engineering jobs, there’s a quantifiable outcome for your tasks—and it doesn’t take years to see tangible results of your work. Your analysis will help Erise secure patents or win in litigation on behalf of our clients. You don’t need any previous legal experience or knowledge of intellectual property, we’ll train you on the job.

Still unsure if you meet the qualifications? We’ve dispelled some common myths about becoming an analyst at Erise.

Do I need law experience? Do I need a law degree?

No! You don’t have to come into the role with patent law experience. You will gain experience on the job, and Erise will provide on-the-job training and learning opportunities.

Do you only hire engineers?

No, but you must have a “hard” science background. You will be expected to pass the patent bar while you are at the firm, so applicants must meet U.S. Patent and Trademark Office requirements.

Do I need to know how to work as a patent analyst before you hire me?

Again, no! This job works as an apprenticeship so you learn on the job as you go. We want your critical thinking skills and we’ll show you how to use them as a patent analyst.

Will I need to work the same hours as an associate attorney because I’m at a law firm?

No. There’s a difference between the two paths and we understand that people who want to become patent analysts may not (and often do not) want to become lawyers.

Are the partners and attorneys intimidating?

Not at all. Everyone at Erise communicates with team members on all levels. We encourage questions so that we all can continue learning.

I’m a Computer Science major. Will I code actual application software or use any web development coding in this role?

We might review someone else’s code, but you won’t be working in code development or creation in this job.

Interested in knowing what an analysts day looks like?

Check out A Day in the Life of a Technology Advisor.