Patent Agent - Life Science

NxT Level

$90K — $130K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • PhD (or MD) in organic chemistry, medicinal chemistry, immunology, molecular biology, cell biology, microbiology, oncology, or a related field.
  • At least three years of legal practice experience, preferably at a law firm.
  • USPTO registration number required.
  • Superior academic credentials are necessary.
  • Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and prosecute patent applications in the life sciences area.
  • Draft and respond to office actions with persuasive arguments.
  • Conduct patent searches and analyze patentability.
  • Collaborate with clients to develop patent strategies.
  • Assist in litigation support and advice regarding patent infringement matters.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive healthcare coverage.
  • Life insurance and financial support benefits.
  • Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts.
  • Wellbeing programs aimed at physical and emotional health.
  • Remote work flexibility.
Full Job Description
For over 50 years, Our Client has helped some of the world's most recognized companies become, and remain, market leaders. From emerging enterprises to large public corporations, their clients are leaders in the technology and life sciences sectors and are fundamentally changing the world through rapid innovation.

Our client's Patent Group is renowned for its excellence, having been named Patent Prosecution Firm of the Year by Managing Intellectual Property (2023 & 2022), ranked Tier 1 in California by Chambers USA (2022), highly recommended by IAM Patent 1000 (2022), and consistently rated as a leading practice by The Legal 500, achieving the highest national tier in 2022.

About the Position:

Currently, Our Client is seeking a patent agent with at least three (3+) years of legal practice experience, preferably at a law firm, for their life sciences practice in their Silicon Valley, San Francisco, Seattle, New York, or Washington, D.C. offices. The ideal candidate will have a PhD (or MD) in organic chemistry, medicinal chemistry, immunology, molecular biology, cell biology, microbiology, oncology, or a related field. Post-doctoral experience is desirable but not required. The candidate must have a USPTO registration number, superior academic credentials, and excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills.

To apply, candidates are requested to complete an online application and include a cover letter, resume, full academic transcripts (both undergraduate and graduate), and two writing samples - one being an application drafted by the candidate and the other an office action response with persuasive argument drafted by the candidate.

This is a fully remote opportunity

Benefits and Compensation Details:

Our Client values their partners and employees highly, offering a comprehensive benefits program aimed at maintaining good physical, emotional, and financial health. Benefits for eligible employees include Healthcare, Life Insurance, Health Savings Accounts, Flexible Spending Accounts, and Wellbeing programs.

The salary range for this position varies and depends on several factors, including the applicant's qualifications, experience, level of education, certifications or professional licenses held, and, if applicable, the location from which the job will be performed.

A discretionary bonus based on performance may also be available for eligible employees. Further details about employee benefits and discretionary bonuses are available upon request.

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