Patent Associate - Biotechnology

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks a highly qualified Patent Associate to join its Biotechnology team in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The ideal candidate will have experience in life sciences-related patent and intellectual property work, including counseling, due diligence, and patent preparation and prosecution.

Duties

• Provide counseling and due diligence in life sciences patent matters.
• Prepare and prosecute patent applications.
• Draft and negotiate intellectual property agreements.
• Engage in interparty matters as needed.

Requirements

• 3-6 years of experience in life sciences patent and IP work.
• Active Bar admission in Georgia, New York, or Pennsylvania.
• Registration with the USPTO.
• Excellent academic credentials.
• Strong writing, oral communication, and interpersonal skills.

Education

• Graduate degree in molecular biology, immunology, biochemistry, or related area required.
• Ph.D. preferred.

Certifications

• USPTO registration.

Skills

• Proficiency in patent preparation and prosecution.
• Ability to draft and negotiate IP agreements.
• Experience in interparty matters is desirable.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life insurance and short and long-term disability.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts.
• Health savings account.
• Firm-subsidized emergency child and elder care services.
• Family and medical leave.
• Employee assistance program.
• Pre-tax transportation program.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
125 Park Avenue, 25th floor
New York
New York
United States 10017
Phone : (212) 232-0277
Fax : (213) 895-7306