Company name
BCG Attorney Search
Experience
1-8 yrs required
Location
Boston, MA, United States
Industry
Legal
Posted on
Apr 03, 2025
Profile
A leading intellectual property law firm is seeking a Patent Prosecution Associate Attorney with a strong technical background in organic or medicinal chemistry to join its Boston office. This role focuses on the preparation and prosecution of patent applications related to small molecule pharmaceuticals, and offers the opportunity to support a wide range of IP matters including post-grant proceedings, litigation support, and due diligence. Ideal candidates will have 2+ years of experience and an advanced degree in chemistry, along with registration to practice before the USPTO.
Boston, MA
Draft and prosecute U.S. and international patent applications related to small molecule pharmaceuticals
Conduct patentability, freedom-to-operate, non-infringement, and validity analyses
Support intellectual property due diligence for transactions involving chemical and pharmaceutical technologies
Assist with post-grant proceedings including inter partes review (IPR), post-grant review (PGR), and interferences
Provide legal and technical support for patent litigation matters
Interact with clients to provide strategic IP counseling
Minimum of 2 years of substantive patent prosecution experience
Strong background in small molecule pharmaceutical technologies
Experience with post-grant proceedings, IP due diligence, and litigation support preferred
Excellent legal writing and oral communication skills
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines
Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
Advanced degree (Ph.D. preferred or M.S. with relevant industry experience) in organic or medicinal chemistry
Registration to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)
Admission to at least one U.S. State Bar (Massachusetts preferred)
Strong legal research and writing ability
Technical fluency in organic and medicinal chemistry
Detail-oriented with strong analytical and organizational skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
High degree of professionalism and client service
Competitive salary commensurate with experience
Opportunities for direct client interaction and significant responsibility
Collaborative work environment focused on mentorship and professional development
Comprehensive benefits package available upon request
Company info
BCG Attorney Search
225 Franklin Street, 26th floor
Boston
Massachusetts
United States 02110
Phone : (857) 277-7381
Fax : (213) 895-7306