Intellectual Property Associate Chemistry

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Job Overview

A nationally recognized law firm is seeking an Intellectual Property Associate with a background in chemistry to join its Intellectual Property group. This role is suited for a candidate with 1–4 years of patent prosecution experience, particularly in the pharmaceutical or chemical sectors. The position offers the opportunity to work on complex and cutting-edge patent matters in a highly collaborative legal environment.

Location

• Washington, DC

Duties

• Draft and prosecute patent applications related to pharmaceutical and chemical technologies

• Respond to USPTO Office Actions and manage communications with patent examiners

• Advise clients on IP strategy, portfolio development, and risk assessment

• Conduct patentability and freedom-to-operate analyses

• Assist with preparation of legal opinions, including invalidity and non-infringement opinions

• Support litigation teams with technical analysis as needed

• Contribute to IP due diligence for licensing and corporate transactions

Requirements

• 1–4 years of experience in patent prosecution

• Experience in pharmaceutical patent matters preferred

• Strong familiarity with USPTO rules and procedures

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines

• Eligibility to work in the United States

Education

• Advanced degree (M.S. or Ph.D.) in one of the following disciplines:

  • Chemistry

  • Organic Chemistry

  • Medicinal Chemistry

  • Biochemistry

  • Chemical Engineering

Certifications

• Licensed to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), or qualified to sit for the patent bar

Skills

• Proficiency in patent drafting and prosecution strategy

• Ability to clearly articulate technical and scientific concepts in a legal setting

• Experience with IP diligence, clearance studies, and opinion work

• Strong writing, research, and communication skills

• Collaborative mindset with the ability to contribute to cross-functional legal teams

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