Life Sciences Patent Associate Attorney

A law firm in Tempe, Arizona is seeking a Life Sciences Patent Associate Attorney with 4-5 years of experience in preparing and prosecuting life science-related patent applications. The candidate will be responsible for patent preparation and prosecution, patent portfolio management, strategic analysis, client counseling, opinion work, and due diligence for transactions and technology transfer. Outstanding academic credentials and technical expertise in life sciences are required, along with a JD degree from an ABA accredited law school, admission to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and a State Bar.

Duties:

• Prepare and prosecute life science-related patent applications.
• Manage patent portfolios for clients.
• Provide strategic analysis and counseling to clients.
• Conduct opinion work on patentability, validity, and infringement.
• Perform due diligence for transactions and technology transfer.
• Collaborate with clients and internal teams on legal matters related to life sciences patents.

Requirements:

• JD degree from an ABA accredited law school.
• Admission to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and a State Bar.
• 4-5 years of experience preparing and prosecuting life science-related patent applications.
• Outstanding academic credentials.
• Technical expertise in life sciences.
• Knowledge of U.S. and foreign patent prosecution rules and regulations.
• MS or Ph.D. in a life science desired.
• Experience representing Life Sciences companies in structuring, negotiation, and drafting of license, collaboration, co-development, and other similar agreements desired.
• Legal and/or technical experience in an in-house, research, government, or university setting desired.

Education:

• JD degree from an ABA accredited law school.
• MS or Ph.D. in a life science desired.

Certifications:

Admission to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and a State Bar.

Skills:

• Strong technical expertise in life sciences.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to provide strategic analysis and counseling.
• Proficiency in legal research and analysis.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Strong negotiation and drafting skills.
• Experience with patent portfolio management and due diligence.
• Knowledge of patent prosecution rules and regulations.

Benefits:

• Health and dental insurance plan options.
• Flexible schedule.
• Paid time off (vacation and sick).
• 401(k) savings plan with contribution matching.

Located in Tempe, Arizona, this boutique law firm's practice is dedicated exclusively to trademarks, patents, trade secrets, copyrights, and licensing and due diligence. The firm assists clients around the world in intellectual property and corporate matters. Founded in 2005, the firm has years of experience in dealing with intellectual property law matters around the world.