Patent Agent - Life Sciences

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a technology advisor or patent agent with 2-3 years of experience for their life sciences patent practice in Washington, D.C. The ideal candidate will join a dynamic team focused on patent prosecution and counseling in the life sciences sector.

Duties

• Conduct prior art database searches for patentability and freedom to operate analyses.
• Analyze patents and scientific papers to assist patent attorneys on prosecution, counseling, and litigation.
• Draft patent applications and responses to office actions.
• Participate in post-grant procedures at the USPTO.

Requirements

• Ph.D. or M.D. with research experience in Cellular & Molecular Biology, Immunology, Genetics, Biochemistry, Bioengineering, or related field.
• Superb technical, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Broad scientific knowledge in biotechnology.
• Initiative, fast learner, and ability to work well with others.
• Registered USPTO patent agent or eligible to sit for the USPTO registration exam.

Education

• Ph.D. or M.D. in relevant scientific field.

Certifications

• USPTO patent agent registration or eligibility.

Skills

• Technical expertise in life sciences.
• Strong analytical and research skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration abilities.

Benefits

• Healthcare and Life Insurance.
• Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Wellbeing programs.
• Law school tuition assistance for qualified candidates.

This firm is one of the nation's acknowledged best in intellectual property work.This medium sized DC firm, with a major office on the West Coast, is made up attorneys who fill the halls with some pretty erudite conversation. Obviously, there is a strong preference here for scientific backgrounds, with an added bonus for people with Ph.d.'s and business development acumen. Pay and benefits are high.