Patent Agent Immunology/Virology

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A law firm in Waynesville is seeking a Patent Agent (Immunology/Virology) with a Ph.D. in Immunology or Virology and 3+ years of experience prosecuting patents in the immunology and molecular biology therapeutic space. The ideal candidate should possess strong academic credentials and be admitted to practice before the USPTO. They should also have experience drafting and prosecuting patent applications, responding to office actions, assisting in the preparation of opinions, and conducting prior art searches in fields such as immunotherapy, gene therapy, cell therapy, and related areas.

Duties:

• Draft patent applications in the fields of immunology and virology
• Prosecute patent applications before the USPTO
• Respond to office actions and communicate with patent examiners
• Assist in the preparation of legal opinions on patentability, validity, and infringement
• Conduct prior art searches and analyze patent landscapes
• Collaborate with inventors and attorneys to develop patent strategies
• Assist in patent appeals, interferences, and reexaminations
• Stay updated on developments in immunology, virology, and patent law
• Provide technical and legal support to clients on patent-related matters

Requirements:

• Ph.D. in Immunology or Virology
• 3+ years of experience prosecuting patents in the immunology and molecular biology therapeutic space
• Admission to practice before the USPTO

Education:

Ph.D. in Immunology or Virology

Certifications:

Admission to practice before the USPTO

Skills:

• Strong technical background in immunology and virology
• Experience in drafting and prosecuting patent applications
• Ability to analyze complex technical and legal issues
• Excellent communication and writing skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy in legal work
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Knowledge of patent laws and regulations

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
125 Park Avenue, 25th floor
New York
New York
United States 10017
Phone : (212) 232-0277
Fax : (213) 895-7306