Patent Associate - Biotechnology

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a highly qualified Patent Associate to join its Biotechnology team in Atlanta, Georgia. The ideal candidate will have 3-6 years of experience in life sciences-related patent and intellectual property work, including counseling, due diligence, patent preparation and prosecution, and drafting and negotiating IP agreements.

Duties

• Conduct patent preparation and prosecution.
• Provide counseling and due diligence in IP matters.
• Draft and negotiate intellectual property agreements.
• Engage in interparty matters as needed.

Requirements

• 3-6 years of relevant experience in life sciences patent 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 a related area required.
• Ph.D. preferred.

Certifications

• USPTO registration.

Skills

• Proficiency in patent preparation and prosecution.
• Ability to draft and negotiate IP agreements.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

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.

This law firm is well known in the area for its ability to provide results-driven legal counsel and outstanding legal service in the areas of business and finance law, intellectual property law, public finance law, litigation, and real estate law. The firm's attorneys believe in respecting and meeting the clients' service needs, anticipating the effect of national events and legal developments on their clients' interests, devising forward-thinking solutions to obtain the best results for their clients, and taking proactive action to ensure that their clients remain agile and informed.