Patent Agent Chemistry

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Patent Agent with expertise in chemistry for its office in Newark. The ideal candidate will have 2-10 years of experience in patent law and an advanced degree in organic chemistry or significant industrial experience.

Duties

• Draft and prosecute chemistry patent applications.
• Collaborate with clients to understand their patent needs.
• Conduct patentability and freedom-to-operate analyses.
• Provide strategic advice on patent portfolio management.

Requirements

• 2-10 years of experience as a patent agent.
• Advanced degree in organic chemistry or 5+ years of industrial experience.
• Superior academic credentials.
• Registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.

Education

• Advanced degree in chemistry, Ph.D. preferred.

Certifications

• Registered with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.

Skills

• Excellent writing, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Experience in drafting and prosecuting patent applications.

Benefits

• Firm-paid basic life and AD&D insurance, short-term and long-term disability benefits.
• Comprehensive medical/prescription drug coverage with firm HSA contribution.
• Employee-paid dental and vision coverage, supplemental health plans, and flexible spending accounts.
• 401(k) plan with pre-tax, Roth, and after-tax contributions.
• Paid Time Off, paid holidays, and leaves of absence for work-life balance.
• Free and confidential employee assistance program and behavioral health services.
• Firm-paid back-up child/elder care, academic support, and pet care program.
• Tax-advantaged college savings 529 Plan.
• Employee discounts through Working Advantage.
• Eligibility for discretionary bonus.

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