A law firm seeks a Mid-Senior Level Life Sciences Patent Prosecution Associate Attorney.

Job Overview:

The Mid-Senior Level Life Sciences Patent Prosecution Associate Attorney will be crucial in providing technical expertise in life sciences patent practice. They will work collaboratively with colleagues, in-house counsel, clients, and relevant authorities to navigate intellectual property issues and contribute to developing strong patent portfolios for pipeline products and platform technologies.

Job Details:

• Provide technical expertise in life sciences patent practice.
• Work closely with colleagues and in-house counsel on IP-related issues throughout the product lifecycle.
• Conduct freedom to operate and/or IP due diligence search and analysis in support of licensing, acquisitions, and/or research and development of large-molecule products.
• Prepare and prosecute patent applications, contributing to developing robust patent portfolios for pipeline products and platform technologies.
• Liaise with clients, the USPTO, and foreign associates regarding domestic and foreign patent application processes and strategies.
• Opportunities for advancement in a collegial environment, with training opportunities featuring growing levels of responsibility.
• Collaborate with talented and team-oriented colleagues across practice groups and offices.

Requirements:

• Ph.D. (or master's or other advanced degree) in biological sciences, e.g., molecular or cell biology, microbiology, immunology, genetics, or biochemistry.
• Superior academic record, strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, and attention to detail.
• Prior law firm experience with patents in pharmaceutical and life sciences fields.
• Current registration and in good standing with the USPTO required.
• 3-8 years of patent experience, including as a patent specialist, agent, or attorney.
• Leadership skills and the ability to excel in a team environment.
• Keen interest in developing and implementing relationship-building skills both internally and externally.
• Experience working with individuals from diverse cultures and backgrounds.
• Highly motivated and a self-starter.
• Flexibility and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent law school credentials and references.

Job Location:

New York City, NY

Benefits offered:

The firm provides competitive salaries, quality benefits programs, workplace flexibility, one-on-one career coaching, outstanding professional development opportunities, and support. Additionally, an annual stipend is offered to support employees' interests and hobbies outside of the workplace.

This firm has offices in Indianapolis, Washington D.C., Chicago, DuPage County, Cleveland, Columbus, and New York. Throughout their 100 years of practicing and serving the people around them, this firm has had a culture of corporate philanthropy. With over 300 lawyers, this firm offers a wide variety of services to ensure a client's legal needs are fully met. This firm has served both small businesses and larger Fortune 500 companies, as well as individuals. In 2015, this firm was ranked in the 50 Best Law Firms for Women, and they were also recognized that same year as one of 2015 Chicago's Top Ranked Law Firms.