Science Advisor - Life Sciences

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a driven and detail-oriented Science Advisor to join its Patent Litigation Life Sciences team in Los Angeles, CA. This role involves providing strategic support on complex matters for a diverse range of biopharma and healthcare clients. The position is open to candidates across the U.S., including fully remote options.

Duties

• Partner with attorneys to develop technical strategies in patent-related matters.
• Analyze patents, prior art, and technical documentation for litigation support.
• Translate complex scientific concepts into clear insights for litigation teams.

Requirements

• Ph.D. or equivalent in molecular biology, immunology, biochemistry, bioengineering, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in life sciences patent litigation.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and project management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently.
• USPTO Membership is encouraged.

Education

• Ph.D. or equivalent in relevant field.

Certifications

• USPTO Membership encouraged.

Skills

• Familiarity with patent litigation processes.
• Experience with sequence alignments, CDR mapping, or protein analysis.
• Experience preparing or reviewing expert reports.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision.
• Mental well-being programs.
• Child, family, elder, and pet care benefits.
• Short- and long-term disability and parental leave benefits.
• Health savings account contributions and flexible spending accounts.
• 401K program.
• Flexible Time Off program and paid holidays.

The Los Angeles office of this premier, high-level finance firm splits its full-service practice into a number of areas, including: Litigation, Corporate, Tax, Environmental, Labor & Employment, and Real Estate. Many of the firm's top clients are investment banks, but, in recent years, the firm has expanded its intellectual property litigation practice. The firm offers an entrepreneurial, upbeat work environment and an opportunity to work with fun and interesting people. Candidates we have sent here return genuinely impressed with the firms attorneys overall competence. The firm offers top market pay, and not so coincidentally, associates often complain about high expectations for billable hours. The firm recently opened its first overseas office.