Patent associates help clients protect and enforce innovations through intellectual property law. Their work may include drafting and prosecuting patent applications, advising on patent strategy, conducting prior-art analysis, and supporting patent litigation. On Ladders, explore vetted Patent Associate opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more.
Responsibilities vary by firm, company, technical specialty, and experience level. Patent associates may work with inventors and research teams to understand new technologies, prepare patent applications, respond to office actions, and develop portfolios that support business goals. Some roles focus on prosecution, while others emphasize licensing, transactions, due diligence, or litigation.
Employers commonly seek a law degree, admission to a state bar, and registration to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office for patent prosecution roles. A technical degree or substantial experience in fields such as software, electrical engineering, biotechnology, chemistry, or mechanical engineering may also be important. Strong legal writing, analytical thinking, attention to detail, and clear communication with technical and business audiences are valuable across the field.
Patent associates work at law firms, in-house legal departments, technology companies, life sciences organizations, and other businesses with valuable intellectual property. With experience, they may advance to senior associate, counsel, partner, or intellectual property leadership roles. Some professionals build a practice around a specific technical area or transition between law firm and in-house work.
Use Ladders to discover vetted Patent Associate openings with compensation of $100,000 or more. Compare opportunities by employer, location, specialization, and seniority, then focus your search on positions that match your legal experience and technical background.
$110K - $130K *
Transform quality assurance by leading a dedicated team, ensuring compliance, and managing complex client projects. Drive excellence in drug importation and quality documentation while fostering stron...
2 weeks ago
Signal Processing Specialist Field Applications Engineer (FAE)-West Region
$166K - $266K *
Lead the charge in delivering advanced signal processing solutions as a trusted advisor. Collaborate with customers and teams to drive innovation in communications, aerospace, and AI applications, ens...
6 days ago
Senior Consultant, Advisory Services - Government Pricing
$110K - $130K *
Deliver expert advisory services to life sciences firms, optimizing government pricing strategies and ensuring compliance. Collaborate with clients to support project execution and drive impactful out...
Reposted 1 week ago
VP, In Vitro - Scientific Operations
$180K - $220K *
Transform global in vitro scientific operations by leading expansive teams and driving innovation across oncology and immunology studies. Ensure operational excellence, harmonize multi-site workflows...
Reposted 1 week ago
Senior Principal Implementation Consultant
$100K - $185K *
Empower clients by leveraging deep ONESOURCE Direct Tax expertise to design innovative solutions using AI and automation tools. Engage directly with customers, manage projects, and drive efficiency wh...
1 week ago
Associate District Sales Manager | Lyric HCM
$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's dedicated to driving growth in enterprise sales for cloud-based HR solutions. Collaborate with internal partners to exceed revenue goals while fostering strong client relationships...
2 weeks ago
$183K - $216K *
Champion global employment law compliance by providing expert legal counsel across diverse HR matters, managing performance issues, and navigating international regulations while supporting innovative...
2 weeks ago
Principal Technical Partner Relationship Manager
$93K - $159K *
Lead strategic partnerships by managing complex relationships, driving business development, and ensuring effective collaboration across teams to enhance our partner ecosystem and achieve growth objec...
3 weeks ago
Principal Physical Verification Engineer
$138K - $165K *
Transform your career by leading full-chip physical verification efforts. Drive quality and accountability while collaborating cross-functionally to ensure successful tapeout readiness and clean IP de...
Today
Principal Physical Verification Engineer
$138K - $165K *
Take ownership of full-chip physical verification, leading efforts to ensure quality and readiness for tapeout. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive accountability and deliver clean design...
Today
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in strategic program management, overseeing project delivery and team development. Drive successful outcomes through effective staffing, risk management, and stakeholder collaboration...
2 weeks ago
Associate Product Builder, AI Marketing
$80K - $95K *
Accelerate progress at the intersection of AI and marketing by prototyping solutions, engaging with users, and shaping workflows that blend technology and human insight. Collaborate closely with leade...
Today
$71K - $90K *
Optimize pricing strategies and underwriting analytics for value-based care partnerships, collaborating with cross-functional teams to translate data into actionable insights and support growth initia...
3 weeks ago
$300K - $375K *
Elevate financial strategy and operations by leading a high-performing Finance team, driving capital allocation, and shaping the company's financial narrative to support growth and investor relations...
2 weeks ago
Sr Client Manager, Commercial Risk [Financial Institutions] - Innovation Practice
$95K - $115K *
Shape the future of client management by leading service teams on large accounts, enhancing carrier relationships, and developing strategic placement and renewal plans to drive success and improve pro...
Today
Clinical Research Budget Manager, Office of Research and Project Administration
$83K - $134K *
Develop and lead clinical research budgets, ensuring compliance and alignment with institutional goals. Collaborate with diverse teams to negotiate funding terms while providing critical analysis and...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Senior Manager, Contracts & Legal (Remote)
$120K - $130K *
Oversee the entire contract lifecycle, ensuring swift execution while managing risk. Collaborate cross-functionally to negotiate terms and enhance processes, directly impacting revenue and vendor perf...
1 week ago
Clinical Oncology Pharmacist (Hybrid)
$110K - $130K *
Join a dynamic team as a Clinical Oncology Pharmacist, delivering expert pharmaceutical support and collaborating with healthcare professionals to enhance patient care and optimize medication therapy...
6 days ago
Clinical Oncology Pharmacist (Hybrid)
$110K - $130K *
Support oncology care by delivering expert pharmaceutical services, collaborating with clinical teams to ensure safe and effective medication therapy, and driving quality improvement initiatives for o...
1 week ago
GEO Strategy & Operations Senior Manager, RDBU & Global
$143K - $194K *
Advance your career by driving GEO strategy and operations, coordinating cross-functional efforts, and optimizing digital marketing initiatives for a global brand portfolio in a dynamic and collaborat...
Reposted today
$160K - $210K *
Join a dynamic team to shape financial systems that drive growth and innovation. You'll own the strategy for money movement and banking, collaborating across departments to enhance reliability and sca...
1 week ago
Production Risk Engineer - Management Liability
$120K - $170K *
Lead innovative risk analysis and premium production, driving collaboration across teams to enhance management and professional liability insurance products that resonate with brokers and clients alik...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$148K - $269K *
Shape your career by leading software development teams to deliver innovative solutions. Drive project success through expert guidance, strategic planning, and effective management of resources in a f...
Today
Manager, State Government Affairs & Health Policy
$78K - $119K *
Advance state government affairs by managing legislative tracking and advocacy efforts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support kidney care policy initiatives, ensuring timely communication...
Reposted 1 week ago
AI Project & Operations Manager
$120K - $145K *
Lead the execution of technology projects while enhancing operational systems for future success. Collaborate across teams to ensure timely delivery and scalability of AI software solutions in manufac...
Yesterday
What does a Patent Associate do?
A Patent Associate helps clients protect inventions and manage intellectual property. Work can include preparing and prosecuting patent applications, advising on patent strategy, analyzing prior art, supporting transactions, or assisting with patent disputes.
What qualifications are commonly required for Patent Associate jobs?
Many roles require a law degree and admission to a state bar. Patent prosecution positions often require USPTO registration, and employers may seek a technical degree or experience in a relevant field such as engineering, computer science, chemistry, or biotechnology.
Do all Patent Associate jobs focus on patent prosecution?
No. Some positions focus on patent prosecution, while others center on litigation, licensing, transactions, portfolio management, or intellectual property counseling. Responsibilities depend on the employer and practice area.
Where do Patent Associates work?
Patent Associates may work at law firms, corporations, technology companies, life sciences organizations, and other businesses that develop or manage intellectual property.
How can I find Patent Associate jobs paying $100,000 or more?
Browse Patent Associate listings on Ladders, where job opportunities are vetted and pay at least $100,000. Review each listing for its compensation details, location, specialization, and experience requirements.