Intellectual Property Associate Chemistry

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Job Overview

A leading law firm is seeking an Intellectual Property Associate with a strong scientific background in Chemistry to join its Intellectual Property practice group. The ideal candidate will have 1–4 years of patent prosecution experience, particularly in the pharmaceutical space. This role provides the opportunity to work on high-level, cutting-edge intellectual property matters within a collaborative and fast-paced legal environment.

Location

• Austin, TX

Duties

• Draft and prosecute patent applications in the chemical and pharmaceutical fields

• Manage patent strategy and support IP portfolio development for clients

• Respond to USPTO communications and Office Actions

• Conduct patentability and freedom-to-operate analyses

• Prepare non-infringement, invalidity, and other IP-related legal opinions

• Assist with due diligence in IP transactions and licensing matters

• Provide technical analysis and litigation support as needed

Requirements

• 1–4 years of patent prosecution experience

• Focus or experience in pharmaceutical technologies is preferred

• Strong understanding of U.S. patent law and prosecution processes

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Must be eligible to work in the United States

Education

• Advanced degree (M.S. or Ph.D.) in one of the following:

  • Chemistry

  • Organic Chemistry

  • Medicinal Chemistry

  • Biochemistry

  • Chemical Engineering

Certifications

• Licensed to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), or eligible to sit for the patent bar

Skills

• Proficiency in patent drafting, prosecution, and IP strategy

• Strong research, analytical, and scientific writing abilities

• Experience with clearance studies, diligence matters, and opinion work

• Ability to convey complex scientific ideas in legal contexts

• Experience supporting IP litigation is a plus

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
10777 Westheimer, Suite 1100
Houston
Texas
United States 77042
Phone : (713) 270-1199
Fax : (213) 895-7306