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Waltham office of our client seeks junior patent agent/technology specialist with 1-2 years of prosecution experience (particularly patent application drafting experience) in biotechnology-related fields. The candidate should have strong qualifications in biochemistry, microbiology, molecular biology, immunology and/or cell biology. Advanced degree is preferred. Legal

Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required. The successful candidate will: be highly organized and able to multi-task to complete projects on time; respond well to constructive feedback and work well under pressure; have the ability to learn new technologies quickly; and have excellent interpersonal skills.

This Massachusetts-based law firm has two offices in the state and specializes in all aspects of business law. It concentrates on five key areas of practice, namely corporate law, intellectual property law, licensing-strategic alliances, employment & immigration law, and taxation. The firm is comprised of a significantly large group of highly skilled attorneys and has, over the years, received notable mention in numerous industry publications.

Patent Agents - Biochemistry

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Seattle office of our client seeks biotech patent agent with 1+ year of law firm experience. The candidate will conduct prior art database searches for patentability and freedom to operate analyses. Will analyze patents and scientific papers to assist patent attorneys on patent prosecution, counseling, and litigation. Draft patent applications and responses to office actions; and participate in post-grant procedures at the USPTO. Should have a Ph.D in Cellular and Molecular Biology, Immunology, Biochemistry, or a related field to join the busy life sciences patent prosecution and counseling practice. Broad scientific knowledge in biotechnology is required. USPTO Registration Number is strongly preferred. Legal

Creative lawyering in a laid back environment is big draw for associates at this Amlaw firm. This California-based firm is highly regarded as one of the most innovative firms in the market. The firm is best known for its technology work and life sciences clients, and is generally recognized as the top legal provider for emerging companies. The California culture of the firm fosters a collaborative and social workplace, while the sophisticated training and meaningful attorney mentorship help develop associates into world class lawyers.

Patent Agents - Biochemistry

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Austin office of our client seeks life sciences patent agent with experience. The candidate will perform highly complex and sensitive client work requiring a high level of professional capability and skill. Will prepare draft patent applications in particular incorporating scientific aspects of inventions. Prepare draft responses to communications from U.S. and foreign patent offices with regard to factual and other scientific matters. Discuss the scientific aspects of inventions with clients and inventors and thereafter provide attorneys with a report on those discussions. Communicate with, and act as liaison between, inventors and Patent and Trademark Office in connection with all aspects of patent application process. Evaluate and report on the technological aspects of inventions and other scientific matters. Advise attorneys on general and specific technologies and investigate those technologies as needed. Draft, organize, analyze, review and summarize documents. Review and analyze client and other files. Conduct regulatory and factual research. Communicate face-to-face, by e-mail and by telephone with staff, clients, vendors, and PTO and agency personnel. Coordinate workflow with outside service providers. Organize and prioritize numerous tasks and complete them under time constraints in an efficient and cost effective manner. Identify and analyze complex patent issues and problems and implement solutions. Interact professionally with clients, lawyers, and employees at all levels and provide information with ordinary courtesy and tact while safeguarding confidentiality. Provide direction and guidance to legal support staff on specific issues, as appropriate. Stay abreast of technology trends and make recommendations regarding technology needs. Undertake continuing education, and remain abreast of current patent prosecution issues and trends, as required to maintain appropriate accreditation in the field. Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned. Assist attorneys in the delivery of quality legal services to clients in an efficient and cost effective manner. Must have a Bachelor's degree and an advanced degree in the life sciences field, with an emphasis on immunology, organic chemistry, biochemistry, molecular biology or genetics. Must preferably be licensed to practice before the USPTO. Knowledge of principles, procedures, and standards for drafting a range of complex patent documentation in area of expertise is needed. Knowledge of and use of time management and project management strategies is essential. Legal

This global law firm was established over a century ago and has full legal services in a wide range of industries. Their areas of practice include tax, intellectual property, antitrust, competition law, litigation, projects, real restate and construction, environmental law, enforcements and investigations, and regulatory. Their offices are located throughout Texas.

Patent Agents - Biochemistry

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New York City office of an AmLaw firm seeks life sciences technical advisor/scientific advisor/patent agent with 1-4 years of patent prosecution experience. The candidate will be responsible for performing highly complex and sensitive client work requiring a high level of professional capability and skill. Will be preparing draft patent applications, drafting responses to communications from the USPTO, assisting in diligence matters (clearance studies and opinion work), and supporting technical aspects of litigation where needed. Assists attorneys in the delivery of quality legal services to clients in an efficient and cost-effective manner. Prepare draft responses to communications from U.S. and foreign patent offices with regard to factual and other scientific matters. Undertake continuing education and remain abreast of current patent prosecution issues and trends, as required to maintain appropriate accreditation in the field. Evaluate and report on the technological aspects of inventions and other scientific matters. Investigate general and specific technologies as needed. Discuss scientific aspects of inventions with clients and inventors. Identify and analyze complex patent issues and problems and implement solutions. Communicate with, and act as liaison between, inventors and Patent and Trademark Office in connection with all aspects of patent application process. Communicate face-to-face, e-mail and telephone with staff, clients, and PTO personnel. Interact professionally with clients, lawyers, and employees at all levels and provide information with ordinary courtesy and tact while safeguarding confidentiality. Organize and prioritize numerous tasks and complete them under time constraints in an efficient and cost-effective manner. Stay abreast of technology trends and make recommendations regarding technology needs. Undertake continuing education and remain abreast of current patent prosecution issues and trends, as required to maintain appropriate accreditation in the field. Must have a Bachelor's degree in chemistry, organic chemistry, medicinal chemistry, biochemistry, chemical engineering with relevant research expertise; or a Master's degree or a PhD in a similar chemistry-based field. Must be qualified to sit for the Patent Bar, and preferably already be licensed to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office. Knowledge of principles, procedures, and standards for drafting a range of complex patent documentation in area of expertise is essential. Knowledge of current and emerging developments and trends within area of expertise is needed. Advanced working knowledge of research principles, methods, techniques, and resources is essential. Knowledge of and use of time management software is needed. Knowledge of Outlook, Word, and Excel programs is essential. Familiarity with prosecution docketing systems is needed. Legal

The candidate needs to be a self-starter and have a can-do attitude, possess excellent organizational skills, and must have excellent academic credentials. Ability to analyze, interpret, and draw inferences from research findings, and prepare reports. Strong investigative and problem resolution skills. Strong interpersonal skills; ability to work effectively with a wide range of individuals. Ability to organize and prioritize numerous tasks and complete them under time constraints. Advanced oral and written communication skills. Ability to effectively communicate complex factual, technical information. Ability to understand and comply with confidentiality issues and ethical responsibilities. Additional hours will be required when necessary to meet established deadlines or stay current with occasional peaks in workload. Flexibility in working overtime evenings and weekends as required by assigned or overflow work.

Patent Agents - Biochemistry

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San Diego office of our client seeks patent agent with 2+ years of patent prosecution experience at a law firm. The candidate will be drafting patent applications including specifications and claims in clear concise English, conduct interviews with clients to obtain invention disclosures, develop strategies for protecting inventions, review and analyze patent file histories, and database searching (keyword and sequence searches such as BLAST searches) and research in connection with intellectual property diligence. Will also be responsible for analyzing US and foreign Patent Office actions and preparing responses thereto, conducting examiner interviews, following the ethical requirement as set forth by the Firm's professional liability insurer and performing necessary legal and technical research using all available resources including libraries and computer data systems. Must have a Ph.D. in biological sciences, biotech preferably immunology, virology, molecular biology, biochemistry, cell biology, or genetics, and be registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. JDs with the same experience and technical background will be considered on a non-partnership track basis. Experience effectively managing a docket with multiple clients and deadlines, conducting legal and technical research and analysis in support of various patent-related matters and working closely with attorneys, other agents and staff is required. Legal

The candidate must be articulate, highly motivated. Excellent academic performance is highly valued.

Attorneys with this full-service firm work in issue-specific, cross-discipline teams to provide all types of litigation and global transactional services. These attorneys practice from the firm's seven California locations, focusing on relevant new trends in client industries such as energy, technology, financial services, and real estate.

Patent Agents - Biochemistry

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New York City office of an AmLaw firm seeks intellectual property patent agent with 2+ years of patent prosecution experience. The candidate must have a Ph.D. in molecular biology, biotechnology, biochemistry, immunology, cell biology, virology, microbiology, genetics, pharmacology, or neuroscience and must be registered with the USPTO and in good standing. Large firm or IP-boutique experience is preferred. Legal

This distinguished law firm was established toward the end of the nineteenth century. It is a global firm comprised of highly skilled attorneys. The firm has several offices across the United States and an international office in China. It concentrates on every facet of civil and commercial law. Diversity in the workforce is encouraged. It is dedicated to pro bono efforts and community outreach programs. The firm is an award-winning legal establishment.

Patent Agents - Biochemistry

Full-Time

San Diego office of our client seeks chemistry patent agent with 2-4 years of prior experience. The candidate will work under the supervision and guidance of senior associates and partners in the Intellectual Property section and perform a variety of patent-related activities, primarily in the areas of patent prosecution, technical analysis, and due diligence work. Will assess scientific literature, patents and patent application documents, each encompassing a variety of chemical subjects, including organic, synthetic, physical chemistry, and possibly materials science and multiple biological areas, including cell biology, cancer biology, immunology, crystallography, and molecular biology. Understand, critique and provide insightful opinion on scientific data relating to inventions. Con-duct comprehensive search for scientific articles, patents and patent application documents relevant to the subject of an invention. Perform in-depth analysis comparing an invention with existing discoveries or inventions. Identify essential elements, features or components of an invention. Compose patent applications comprising a comprehensive background of the field of an invention, a description of critical features and components of the invention, and a set of claims clearly and distinctly defining the invention. Draft responses to rejection of a patent application for an invention from the United States Patent and Trademark Office and other worldwide Patent Offices, providing detailed analysis of the scientific or patent references cited in the rejection, assessing the difference between the invention and the citations, and presenting convincing arguments and reasoning why the patent application is to be allowed as a patent. Collaborate with colleagues on various projects. Adapt effectively in different team environment. Present ideas, reasoning and conclusions in a concise way to colleagues. Provide insightful feedback and arguments to colleagues on their ideas. Work with clients in prosecuting patent applications. Formulate and ask clients questions essential to clarifying the distinct features or properties of the invention. Investigate and respond promptly to clients' inquiries about the prosecution of patent applications. An M.S. or Ph.D. degree in Chemistry or Biochemistry is required. Knowledge in the following scientific fields: organic chemistry, physical chemistry, biochemistry is essential. Legal

Demonstrated scientific writing ability using proper grammar and vocabulary which also includes the following skills: analyzing and explaining abstract scientific concepts and terms; synthesizing a large amount of scientific or technological literature into a systematic and concise description of the state of the art; and differentiating and describing important differences among related scientific discoveries or technological breakthroughs. Demonstrated skills verbally presenting scientific concepts, terms, and discoveries to wide audiences, including scientists and non-scientists.

This firm was founded more than seventy-five years ago. It has become known for its wide range of practice areas and aggressive solutions. Attorneys throughout the firm's nine offices in the United States and London serve entrepreneurs, academic and medical institutions, start-ups, and major corporations, who appreciate the experience and innovation these attorneys can bring to bear on frequently unprecedented situations.

Patent Agents - Biochemistry

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Boston office of an AmLaw firm seeks scientific advisor/ intellectual property patent agent with 1-5 years of experience drafting and prosecuting patent applications in life sciences. The candidate will work with an integrated, cross-practice life sciences group to help cutting-edge non-profit institutions, companies (ranging from seed stage to large pharma), and investment firms protect, develop, and commercialize their discoveries. Should have an excellent scientific background, strong record of quality intellectual property work, and a long-term interest in pursuing a career in law. Must have Ph.D. degree in a life science field, such as molecular biology, immunology, pharmacology or biochemistry/organic chemistry. Experience working in intellectual property due diligence and other transaction work is a plus. Legal

Strong writing, organizational and communication skills is needed.

This prestigious international law firm has 18 offices globally and has a team of over 1100 attorneys. Founded in the early 1930s, this firm works in the areas of telecommunications, hospitality, health, aerospace and defense, hedge funds, sports law, renewable energy, emissions and new products, chemicals, airport and aviation, mining and metals, diversified manufacturing, software and IT services, alcohol regulatory and distribution, insurance, food, beverage and agribusiness and computer hardware and networking.

Patent Agents - Biochemistry

Full-Time

New York City office of our client seeks intellectual property agent with 2-3 years of experience. The candidate must have a graduate degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, or organic chemistry, (or equivalent work experience). Should have a background in organic chemistry. Should have experience in patent prosecution. Experience in patent litigation and/or PTAB proceedings would be a plus. Must be eligible for registration to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office; registered practitioners is preferred. Legal

Patent Agents - Biochemistry

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Palo Alto office seeks junior to mid-level patent prosecution attorney or agent with 2-4 years of experience. The candidate will serve in the preparation and prosecution of patent applications. Will serve in the IP strategy and portfolio management. Must have strong scientific background, preferably at the graduate level, in the life sciences (biology, biochemistry, genetics, etc). USPTO Registration is required. State Bar membership is required (for associate). Legal

Since three decades ago, this law firm has provided exceptional legal advice. Their areas of practice include intellectual property, regulatory, tax, international, business, and finance. their offices are located in California, DC, Colorado, and Virginia.

Patent Agents - Biochemistry

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