Technology Specialist (Chemistry)

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Technology Specialist in Newport Beach, CA. This role is integral to the Intellectual Property practice, offering the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies with top-tier clients. The position provides significant responsibility and growth through hands-on training with legal teams.

Duties

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

Requirements

• PhD in Chemistry or 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

• Registration before the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office (preferred).

Skills

• Superior writing skills.
• Excellent academic credentials.

Benefits

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