Job Overview:

A law firm in Fort Lauderdale, FL, is seeking a qualified and experienced Patent Agent to join their dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be a registered practitioner before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office with a strong background in Biology, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Immunology, or a related discipline. The candidate should possess a Ph.D. in the relevant field and have at least 2 years of experience in drafting and prosecuting patent applications.

Duties:

• Draft and prosecute patent applications in Biology, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Immunology, and related disciplines.
• Conduct intellectual property (IP) due diligence and freedom-to-operate (FTO) analyses.
• Collaborate with attorneys and inventors to identify patentable inventions and gather necessary information for patent applications.
• Assist in the preparation and prosecution of responses to office actions from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.

Requirements:

• Must be registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
• Ph.D. in Biology, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Immunology, or a related discipline is required.
• Desirable to have 2 years of experience in a law firm setting.
• Excellent academic credentials.
• Outstanding organizational and communication skills (written and oral).

Education:

• Ph.D. in Biology, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Immunology, or a related discipline.

Certifications:

• Must be registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.

Skills:

• Proficient in drafting and prosecuting patent applications.
• Experience in conducting IP due diligence and FTO analyses.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with attorneys and inventors.

Job Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL

As one of the largest law firms in the U.S. with more than 40 offices, it was founded in 1967. This full-service firm provides legal representation in banking and finance, blockchain, corporate, cybersecurity, energy, entertainment, environmental, food, gaming, health care, real estate, tax, hospitality, and others. This innovative law firm creates creative and efficient strategies that enable to improve predictability, provide better insights, and deliver more value. The firm is committed to diversity and appreciates all backgrounds. Having a collaborative environment, the attorneys and staff have achieved significant results in the legal community. The firm provides new associates with high-level training in client management, business development, collaboration, and cultural skills. Offering unique professional opportunities, the firm empowers attorneys at all levels to shape their paths to success. The firm has developed a strong commitment to giving back to the community and strives to make a difference by leading, volunteering, and donating to a wide range of causes. The firm has numerous recognition awards and awards for its philanthropic giving, diversity, and innovation.