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. This position is open to candidates across the United States, including fully remote options. The role involves providing strategic support on complex matters for a diverse range of biopharma and healthcare clients.

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 a 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.

Preferred Skills

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

Education

• Ph.D. or equivalent in a relevant field.

Certifications

• USPTO Membership encouraged.

Skills

• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Project management capabilities.

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 benefits.
• Parental leave benefits.
• Health savings account contributions.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• 401K program.
• Flexible Time Off program and paid holidays.

Substantial billable hours is the primary way to get the big bucks and partnership consideration at this large New York firm. With West Coast roots, but not attitude, these New York lawyers work hard. Competitive and fast-paced, this firm excels across practice areas, but is doing some particularly interesting VC work. Although a type A environment to be sure, the atmosphere is still friendly, albeit without a lot of casual partner/associate interaction. Partner/associate relationships are strong in professional terms, however, with excellent marks for training and a fairly regimented associate development program. Now competing to be one of New York's finest, this firm is increasingly selective in associate hiring.