Patent Prosecution - Patent Agent Biotech

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Job Title: Patent Prosecution - Patent Agent (Biotech)

Job Overview:
A San Francisco-based law firm is seeking a registered Patent Agent with a doctorate in a life science discipline to support a robust intellectual property practice focused on the biotechnology sector. The ideal candidate will handle a spectrum of patent-related work, including drafting and prosecuting patent applications, conducting due diligence, and advising on freedom-to-operate issues. This role requires close collaboration with scientific innovators and investors and provides the opportunity to contribute to the development and expansion of high-value IP portfolios.

Duties:

• Draft and prosecute U.S. and international patent applications in the biotechnology domain

• Interface directly with inventors and scientists to translate complex discoveries into patentable innovations

• Develop and manage patent portfolios for clients ranging from startups to established companies

• Analyze prior art, competitive patent landscapes, and freedom-to-operate studies

• Provide support for IP-related due diligence in financing, M&A, and public offering transactions

• Coordinate global patent filings in collaboration with foreign counsel

• Analyze scientific publications and patent literature across various biological fields

• Prepare responses to office actions and support overall patent strategy execution

Requirements:

• Active registration to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)

• Minimum of 3 years of direct experience with biotech patent prosecution

• Demonstrated skill in independently drafting patent applications from disclosures or inventor interviews

• Proven ability to communicate complex scientific concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple concurrent projects

• Team-oriented approach with a collaborative mindset

Education:

• Ph.D. in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Immunology, or related life sciences field

• Additional expertise in bioinformatics, machine learning, or data science is a plus, though not required

Certifications:

• USPTO Registration Number required

Skills:

• In-depth understanding of patent law and prosecution practices specific to the biotechnology industry

• Proficiency in prior art search and analysis tools

• Analytical thinking and detail orientation

• Excellent verbal and written communication

• Time management and multitasking in a high-paced environment

Job Location:

• San Francisco, CA

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
1750 Montgomery St Fl 1
San Francisco
California
United States 94111
Phone : (415) 464 6897
Fax : (213) 895-7306