Science Advisor/Patent Agent - Chemistry

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced Science Advisor/Patent Agent with 2-4 years of experience to join their Life Sciences Business Unit and Intellectual Property Transactions & Strategies Group in Boston. This role is ideal for candidates with a strong scientific background and a passion for innovation, eager to apply their expertise in a dynamic legal environment supporting clients in the life sciences sector.

Duties

• Draft patent applications, including detailed specifications and claims.
• Perform comprehensive prior art searches and FTO analyses.
• Evaluate patentability, validity, and infringement risks of scientific inventions.
• Support IP due diligence for mergers, acquisitions, and licensing transactions.
• Conduct IP landscape and competitive intelligence analyses.
• Advise on patent portfolio development and management strategies.
• Manage clients' patent portfolios, including preparing responses to office actions.
• Collaborate with attorneys and clients to align IP strategies with business objectives.

Requirements

• Strong academic credentials with excellent technical writing and communication skills.
• Familiarity with U.S. and international patent law, especially in life sciences and biotech.
• Eligibility to sit for the USPTO registration examination if not already registered.

Education

• M.D., Ph.D., or equivalent advanced degree in Chemistry preferred.

Certifications

• Admission to practice before the USPTO is strongly preferred.

Skills

• Proactive, detail-oriented approach with the ability to manage multiple projects.

Company info

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