About Us
Machnet Medical Robotics (MMR), founded in 2020, is on a mission to revolutionise medical robotics. Our guiding principle is simple: innovation must improve patient outcomes, support clinicians without disrupting workflows, and empower healthcare staff rather than adding burden.
MMR is a well-funded company with long-term investors and a strong financial foundation. Our talented hardware and software team has successfully developed a fully functional prototype of our medical robotic platform, which has already undergone successful animal trials. With the prototype validated, we are now entering the next phase: perfecting the mechanical design for production, ensuring safety, reliability, manufacturability, and scalability as we prepare to bring our technology to hospitals worldwide.
About the Role
The Intellectual Property team is responsible for protecting MMR’s intellectual property rights, contributing significantly to our mission of transforming healthcare through innovation. We are seeking an Intellectual Property Counsel who would be at the heart of our product development process, working alongside our R&D engineers to identify and secure patents for cutting-edge medical robotic systems.
What We Are Looking For
We’re seeking a recently qualified European Patent Attorney with a strong technical foundation in Mechanical, Mechatronics, Robotics Engineering, or a closely related field. You'll be responsible for drafting, prosecuting, and managing a diverse portfolio of patents covering innovative electromechanical systems, robotics, and medical devices.
Specifically, we need someone who:
* Has proven expertise in drafting patent applications with a focus on mechanical and software aspects of robotic systems.
* Is comfortable navigating complex technical challenges and translating them into strong patent claims.
* Communicates technical and legal concepts clearly and concisely to both technical and non-technical audiences.
* Can perform detailed patent landscaping and clearance reviews.
* Thrives in a collaborative environment and effectively manages competing priorities.
Experiences We Value
* Experience in the medical device industry, preferably with the development of medical robotics or similar automated surgical or diagnostic equipment.
* Knowledge of international patent laws and procedures, with specific experience filing and prosecuting patents in Europe, the US, Singapore and potentially India.
* Familiarity with drafting and amending IP licensing and assignment agreements.
* Interest in IP portfolio management, including docketing procedure development and implementation.
* Practical skills in workshop settings, and an ability to quickly understand the mechanics of robotic modules in development.
* Advocacy at EPO opposition proceedings, including preparation and presentation of written and oral arguments.
* Proficiency in automating tasks and workflows using e.g. Python scripts or Word macros.
Why Join Us?
At MMR, you’ll work at the intersection of robotics, AI, and healthcare. You will build data systems that directly enable life-changing technology in hospitals. You’ll be part of a collaborative, impact-driven team, where your technical expertise will shape the future of medical robotics.
Equally important, we believe that technology must serve people responsibly. At MMR, we value human-centred innovation, moral integrity, and long-term responsibility. This applies not only to how we design our products, but also to how we treat our employees: with respect, care, and a commitment to their well-being and growth.
What We Offer
* Join an international and interdisciplinary team based in the Netherlands (Zwolle) and Central London fostering a collaborative and innovative work culture.
* Contribute to a rapidly growing medical device startup with ambitious global impact goals, making a significant difference in healthcare.
* A central London office with a well-equipped prototyping space. Access continuous learning and professional development through training programs, workshops, and conferences.
* Thrive in an inclusive and diverse workplace that values and supports every team member.
* An attractive salary package, competitive with industry standards.