Intellectual Property Senior Associate - Chemistry

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a highly motivated Intellectual Property Senior Associate to join their Boston, MA office. This role involves engaging in advanced patent prosecution and litigation within a dynamic team of legal professionals.

Duties

• Conduct patent prosecution and litigation in chemistry-related fields.
• Manage and develop patent portfolios.
• Perform competitive landscape analyses and assess patentability.
• Collaborate with a team of experienced attorneys on complex legal matters.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of post-JD experience in patent prosecution and litigation.
• Experience in chemistry, pharmaceutical, and biotechnology sectors.
• Admission to practice before the USPTO.
• Licensed to practice law and in good standing in MA, NY, CA, CO, or DC.

Education

• JD from an accredited law school.
• PhD in Chemistry; a PhD in Organic Chemistry is preferred.

Certifications

• Admission to practice before the USPTO.

Skills

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package.

With offices in the United States, Europe, and Asia, this full-service international law firm is committed to providing top quality service and finding innovative solutions to any problems. The firm fosters a work environment that promotes entrepreneurship, collaboration, and collegiality. Committed to diversity, the firm recruits talents from various backgrounds, and provides extensive in-house and external training opportunities. Believing in giving back, the firm provides attorneys and staff with opportunities to impact the communities in which they live and practice through pro bono and community service.