Job Title:
Patent Associate
Company: Matrix (R&D), Praj Industries Limited, Pune
Location: Pune, Maharashtra
Created: 2026-05-14
Job Type: Full Time
Job Description:
JOB PURPOSE:Inhouse Management of IP of Praj Industries EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION:M.Sc. Microbiology/Chemistry, BE/BTech/ME Chemical Engineer.Strong Technical backgroundUnderstanding of Patent /Trademark laws and practices.TECHNICAL / JOB RELATED COMPETENCIES: Broad outline of responsibilities of the Retainer are as follows:Conducting Patent Research activities (Patent Prior Art Search, Patent Invalidity Search etc.)Drafting Patent SpecificationsAttending Inventor discussions and other business queries inside or outside office or over the phone.Docket Management.Patent paralegal and patent portfolio managementSKILLS AND ABILITIES:Good Technical knowledge Analytical frame of mind and good interpersonal skillsAbility to comprehend complex concepts and employ logical thinking Excellent oral and written communication skills.Capable of working on own initiative as well as in a team environment.Excellent computer skills.Self-confidence, integrity, and willingness to learn.Must have sound academic credentials.EXPERIENCE (IN YEARS):About 4 to 7 YearsKEY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Performing various patent/literature searches (prior art search, novelty search, patent landscaping, validity searches, sequence searches, structure searches etc.) using online database and other information resources. Analyse and summarize search results and prepare final reports as per required standards. Effective communication to deal with IP related queries.Effectively analyse IDF for patentability.FTO & Infringement analysis for Client.Drafting provisional and non-provisional applications in compliance with IPO, USPTO, EPO and PCT rules and requirements.Independently preparing and delivering multiple projects in compliance with internal policies and processes.Managing IP portfolio of PRAJ INDUSTRIES. Patent paralegal - Capable of handling emails and managing files efficiently for all Indians/foreign patents/patent applications.Efficient handling of all patent/ TM office’s deadlines. Other miscellaneous responsibilities designated by Senior(s).ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:To Manage Library work.To assist corporate communication group, Finance and marketing people related to IP.