Junior/Mid-Level Intellectual Property Associate Biology

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Job Overview
A law firm seeks a Junior/Mid-Level Intellectual Property Associate specializing in Biology for their Boston office. The role involves advising clients on global patent portfolios, life cycle strategies, and patent validity, with a focus on the life sciences and technology sectors.

• Duties
• Draft patent applications.
• Prosecute patent applications in the US and direct worldwide prosecution.
• Conduct freedom-to-operate searches and analyses.
• Perform IP landscape analyses and due diligence.
• Conduct invalidity and non-infringement analyses.
• Counsel clients on prosecution strategy.
• Monitor competitor patent applications and file observations.
• Assist with contested cases at the US Patent Office or in US district court.
• Support agreements for licenses and research collaborations.
• Requirements
• Advanced degree in biological sciences (Ph.D. preferred; master's with substantial experience considered).
• 3-6 years of experience as a patent agent or associate.
• Prior firm experience and USPTO registration.
• Excellent academic record and superior organizational and communication skills.
• Commitment to exceptional client service and a creative, entrepreneurial IP perspective.
• Experience in litigation and/or post-grant proceedings is a plus.
• Education
• Advanced degree in biological sciences.
• Certifications
• USPTO registration.
• Skills
• Strong technical background in biological sciences.
• Superior written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Benefits
• Hybrid work model with office presence required four days per week.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
225 Franklin Street, 26th floor
Boston
Massachusetts
United States 02110
Phone : (857) 277-7381
Fax : (213) 895-7306