Covallence

Role Description This is a full-time on-site role for a Sr. Research Associate located in Bengaluru. The Sr. Research Associate will be responsible for conducting in-depth research and analysis, developing and managing patent portfolios, providing support for patent licensing activities, and assisting with innovation management projects. Day-to-day tasks include preparing detailed reports, collaborating with various teams, and offering expertise in the areas of IP and technology consulting. This is a full-time on-site Senior Research Associate role located in Bengaluru at Covallence. The Senior Research Associate will be responsible for drafting patent applications for inventions in the hi-tech domain, review and assist research associate(s), conducting research, analyzing data, providing insights, and contributing to innovative solutions in the areas of IP creation, technology consulting, and patent monetization. Qualifications B.E/B.Tech/M.E./M.Tech in ECE, CSE, or related discipline. Should have completed the degree in or after 2021/22. 3-5 years of relevant experience in Patent drafting and prosecution for US patent applications. Must have drafted a minimum of 20 US/EP patent applications or a minimum of 50 US/EP OA responses. Strong research and analytical skills. Strong knowledge of US and EP Patent Laws. Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking abilities. Proficiency in data analysis tools and techniques. Effective written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. About us Covallence is a boutique Innovation Management & IP consulting firm founded on principles of Value-Driven Excellence and Meritocracy . Here, your growth, recognition, and impact depend solely on what you deliver—not your tenure or title. We work with innovators in hi‑tech sectors and R&D‑intensive organisations, helping them protect, monetise, and realise their IP—through patent portfolio building, litigation support, technology scouting, and innovation management. You’ll be collaborating closely with leaders who’ve built strong IP divisions, driving quality, clarity, and excellence in every project. If you want an environment where your ideas are heard, your performance rewarded, and you get to take ownership from Day One—this is where you belong.