IP ATTORNEY - FULLY REMOTE | UPTO $100/HR

About the job Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors include Benchmark , General Catalyst , Peter Thiel , Adam D'Angelo , Larry Summers , and Jack Dorsey . Position: Intellectual Property Expert Type: Contract Compensation: $90–$100/hour Location: Remote Role Responsibilities • Construct IP scenarios for patent prosecution, portfolio strategy, and complex licensing or technology transfer processes. • Build tasks across patent prosecution, IP litigation, trademark and copyright practice, and freedom-to-operate analysis. • Develop scenarios using tools such as patent search platforms ( PatSnap , Innography , USPTO PatFT ) and IP docketing systems ( Anaqua , CPA Global ). • Apply IP methodologies like patentability analysis and claim construction to US and International standards (35 U.S.C., MPEP , EPC , PCT , WIPO treaties). • Author rubrics that distinguish authentic IP judgment from generic recall. Qualifications Must-Have • 5+ years as an IP attorney or patent agent at a major IP firm or corporate IP department. • Direct ownership of patent prosecution portfolios, licensing negotiations, or IP litigation matters. • Fluency in IP tooling and methodologies, understanding of USPTO/EPO procedure and international treaty systems. Preferred • Recognized professional credential ( JD with bar admission, USPTO patent bar registration, or international equivalent). • Technical/STEM background plus prior rubric or training authorship. Application Process (Takes 20–30 mins to complete) • Upload resume • AI interview based on your resume • Submit form Resources & Support • For details about the interview process and platform information, please check: https://talent.docs.mercor.com/welcome • For any help or support, reach out to: support@mercor.com PS: Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity.