Chemical Associate

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Job Overview

A respected intellectual property law firm is seeking an Associate Attorney with 3–7 years of experience in patent prosecution to join its Chemical Patent Prosecution Practice Group. This hybrid role is based out of the firm's Alexandria, Virginia office and is ideal for candidates with a strong technical background in chemistry or chemical engineering. The position involves strategic IP counseling, patent application drafting, and prosecution for cutting-edge technologies in the chemical space.

Location

• Alexandria, Virginia

Duties

• Prepare and prosecute U.S. and international patent applications in the chemical arts

• Analyze office actions and draft responses for domestic and foreign patent offices

• Conduct invention disclosure meetings and communicate directly with clients

• Advise clients on patentability, freedom-to-operate, and IP portfolio strategies

• Draft agreements and provide counsel on related intellectual property transactions

• Support appeals and post-grant proceedings

• Assist in mentoring and reviewing work of junior patent practitioners

Requirements

• 3–7 years of patent prosecution experience in a law firm setting

• Demonstrated experience in chemical patent preparation and prosecution

• Industrial or technical experience in the field is a plus

• Former USPTO examiners and Administrative Patent Judges (APJs) encouraged to apply

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school

• Bachelor’s degree in inorganic chemistry, organic chemistry, or chemical engineering required

• Master’s or Ph.D. in a relevant scientific field strongly preferred

Certifications

• Admitted to practice in at least one U.S. state bar

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

Skills

• Deep technical knowledge in chemistry-related fields

• Strong legal research, drafting, and analytical skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities

• Proven ability to manage client relationships and multiple concurrent matters

• Detail-oriented with strong time management and organizational skills

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with prescription coverage

• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options

• 401(k) retirement plan

• Group and supplemental life insurance

• Short-term, long-term, and individual disability income protection

• Critical illness, accident, pet, and legal insurance

• Long-term care coverage

• Onsite parking

• Supportive work environment with mentoring and growth opportunities

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
1629 K ST NW, Suite 300
Washington
District of Columbia
United States 20006
Phone : (202) 955-5585
Fax : (213) 895-7306