Patent Attorney - Biotech

Job Overview
A law firm seeks a Patent Attorney to join their expanding Biotech team in Clayton, MO. The ideal candidate will support the firm's growing needs in the biotechnology sector.

Duties

• Provide legal counsel on patent-related matters in the biotech field.
• Conduct patentability and freedom-to-operate analyses.
• Draft and prosecute patent applications.
• Collaborate with clients to develop intellectual property strategies.

Requirements

• Registration with the United States Patent and Trademark Office.
• At least two years of laboratory research experience.
• Remote candidates with at least four years of experience will be considered.

Education

• Bachelor's degree, master's degree, and/or doctorate degree in immunology, microbiology, molecular biology, biochemistry, or similar fields.

Certifications

• Registration with the United States Patent and Trademark Office.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Professional development opportunities.

This is an intellectual property powerhouse law firm. It provides legal services in all areas of IP, which includes patents, trademarks, copyrights and trade secrets. Its clients range from high-tech startups to established technology companies, and from individual inventors to large public companies. Almost all of the firms lawyers are registered to practice before the patent bar, and some have advanced degrees in technical areas of science. The firm reportedly is a nice place to work, where lawyers enjoy the work and each others company. The workload at the firm is constant and busy, compensation is competitive and the quality of the assignments associates receive is interesting and high-end.