Patent Agent

Job Title:
Patent Agent

Job Overview:
A law firm located in Delray Beach, FL, seeks an experienced Patent Agent with a strong background in life sciences to support its expanding intellectual property practice. This professional will collaborate with legal teams and scientific professionals to manage a wide range of IP-related activities, with a primary focus on biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, and medical device innovations.

Duties:

• Review and assess the patentability of inventions across various technologies

• Prepare, draft, and submit U.S. patent applications

• Manage patent prosecution before the USPTO and coordinate international filings with overseas representatives

• Provide support for intellectual property due diligence, including freedom-to-operate and patent landscape analyses

• Assist in the strategic development and management of patent portfolios

• Conduct scientific and legal research relevant to patent law matters

• Engage with attorneys, internal stakeholders, and clients to align on IP strategies

• Participate in cross-functional initiatives and maintain communication with external legal advisors

Requirements:

• Minimum of 4 years of patent prosecution experience within a legal or corporate IP environment

• Direct exposure to biotech, pharmaceutical, or medical device innovations

• Familiarity with international patent prosecution processes

Education:

• Ph.D. in a life sciences-related field such as molecular biology, biochemistry, pharmacology, or a similar discipline

Certifications:

• Active registration with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office or qualification to sit for the Patent Bar

Skills:

• Strong foundation in scientific and technical concepts within the life sciences

• Exceptional writing, analytical, and communication skills

• Ability to manage priorities in a collaborative, deadline-driven setting

• Familiarity with mechanical or electrical patent work is advantageous

Job Location:

• Delray Beach, FL

This law firm was founded a few years ago and offers individual intention and innovative solutions. Their areas of practice include energy and utilities, financial services, real estate, environmental, insurance, intellectual property, healthcare, and manufacturing. Their offices are located across New Jersey; Connecticut; Massachusetts; New York; Florida; and Washington, DC.