Technology Specialist (Chemistry)

Job Overview
A law firm seeks a Technology Specialist in Chemistry for its Dallas, TX office. This role is integral to the Intellectual Property practice, offering the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and top-tier clients.

Duties

• Draft patent applications, including descriptions and figures.
• Correspond with the patent office regarding pending applications.
• Advise patent litigation teams based on technical expertise.
• Interview inventors about new ideas.

Requirements

• PhD in Chemistry or a closely related field with small molecule and/or pharmaceutical experience.
• 1-3 years of patent drafting and/or prosecution experience.
• Superior writing skills and excellent academic credentials.
• Registration before the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office (preferred).

Education

• PhD in Chemistry or closely related field.

Certifications

• U.S. Patent & Trademark Office registration (preferred).

Skills

• Superior writing skills.
• Excellent academic credentials.

Benefits

• Flexible hybrid work environment.
• Award-winning retirement and profit-sharing plans with employer contribution.
• Annual Technology Allowance.
• Family-friendly atmosphere with back-up childcare and health and wellness initiatives.
• Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage.

This global intellectual property law firm provides a broad range of intellectual property and litigation services to clients. Its major practice areas include commercial litigation, trade secret litigation, product liability and mass torts, and intellectual property licensing, transactions, and agreements. Headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, the firm has several offices throughout the United States including Austin, Texas.