Patent Agent - Life Sciences

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Patent Agent in Boston, MA, to join its Intellectual Property Practice Group. The role involves preparing, filing, and prosecuting patent applications before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. The position offers a hybrid in-office/remote working schedule and requires collaboration with partners to provide high-quality legal services to domestic and foreign clients.

Duties

• Prepare, file, and prosecute patent applications before the USPTO.
• Perform prior art searches and patentability analysis.
• Engage in IP due diligence and practice development activities.
• Prepare substantive client correspondence.
• Instruct local counsel for foreign filings and Office Actions.
• Assist in patent clearance studies and opinion projects.
• Apply advanced concepts in life sciences, focusing on molecular biology, cell biology, and biochemistry.
• Analyze scientific documents to assess patentability, novelty, and inventiveness.
• Convert provisional applications into utility applications.
• Convert foreign applications into U.S. applications and vice versa.

Requirements

• At least one year of experience as a practicing patent agent in life sciences or two years of professional experience in life sciences.
• Registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
• Excellent writing and research abilities.
• Proficiency in written and verbal communication.
• Strong organizational skills.

Education

• An advanced degree (master's or PhD) in a biological field such as Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Microbiology, or Biomedical Engineering.

Certifications

• Registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.

Skills

• Advanced understanding of life sciences, particularly molecular biology, cell biology, and biochemistry.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.

Benefits

• Law school tuition reimbursement program.

This firms Boston office provides a full range of litigation, finance, corporate, restructuring, intellectual property, and employment and benefit services. They assist clients in addressing and preparing for challenges in immense and rapidly changing environments. They represent each client with equal dedication to understanding and advancing their best interests. This firm employs patent agents, lawyers, regulatory scientists, employee benefits advisers, and other professionals to create a superior network of legal professionals across the globe.