Life Sciences Patent Agent

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Patent Agent to join its Intellectual Property Group, preferably in New York, NY. The role involves collaborating with clients to identify inventions and supporting attorneys in preparing and prosecuting patent applications.

Duties

• Collaborate with clients to identify and document inventions.
• Assist attorneys in preparing and prosecuting patent applications.
• Conduct patent searches and analyses.
• Provide technical assistance in intellectual property transactions.

Requirements

• Strong academic credentials.
• Outstanding analytical, organizational, writing, and interpersonal skills.
• Ph.D. in organic chemistry, molecular biology, or cellular biology preferred.

Education

• Ph.D. in organic chemistry, molecular biology, or cellular biology preferred.

Certifications

• None specified.

Skills

• Excellent analytical and organizational abilities.
• Strong writing and interpersonal communication skills.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Dependent care and health care flexible spending accounts.
• 401K Plan and Profit-Sharing.
• Paid holidays and time off.
• Robust wellness program.

A general practice firm that has specialist lawyers in many areas of law, this firm's attorneys have unrivaled experience in law and government as several of them have served in various capacities across multiple agencies and administrations. The firm vigorously advocates for clients' interests through the utilization of its unparalleled expertise in the areas of energy, transactional law, and patent & technology litigation, while protecting clients' data through its extensive use of privacy and cybersecurity measures. Home to over 500 lawyers, the firm places a high value on its human resources, and this is evident in the high career advancement levels achieved by its attorneys. The firm also promotes family values and social inclusivity among its staff.