Junior to Mid-level Patent Associate Attorney

San Francisco office of a BCG Attorney Search Top Ranked Law Firm seeks junior to mid-level patent associate attorney with 3+ years of industry experience, in medicinal chemistry or synthetic organic chemistry to work in the firms life sciences patent group. The candidate will be working with the firms clients and counsel in all aspects of the patent practice, including in evaluating invention disclosures, preparing and prosecuting patent applications, and working on proceedings in the United States Patent and Trademark Office. Should have backgrounds in one of the following fields: natural products synthesis, design and synthesis of small molecule drugs, development of synthetic organic methodologies, and SAR analysis of drug candidates. Previous law firm or industry experience and current patent bar membership is preferred.

The candidate should have strong verbal, written, and interpersonal skills, superior academic credentials.

This Vault Law 100 and one of the Best Law Firm in the Emerging Companies & Venture Capital firm boasts cutting-edge clients, pleasant people, and a flexible work/life balance. The firm is a global player with very deep tech roots and has been ranked among the top 10 M&A advisors in the nation. As the premier provider of legal services to technology, life sciences, and growth enterprises worldwide, the firm is appealing to associates for fostering an entrepreneurial and collaborative environment across its attorney ranks, emphasizing the importance of mentorship, career growth, and building leadership and relationship skills with clients and colleagues. Compensation at this firm is competitive with peer firms in the region.