IP Life Sciences Patent Prosecution Associate Attorney

A law firm in Santa Monica is seeking an IP Life Sciences Patent Prosecution Associate Attorney. The ideal candidate will have a PhD (or MD with research experience) in a relevant field and be admitted to the Bar in the jurisdiction where the work is performed. Membership or eligibility for membership in the California, Washington State, New York, or Washington D.C. Bar is required. Strong academic credentials and excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills are essential.

Job Details:

• Hold a PhD (or MD with research experience) in organic chemistry, medicinal chemistry, cell biology, immunology, molecular biology, microbiology, oncology, gene editing, gene therapy, or related field
• Admission to the Bar in the jurisdiction where the work is performed
• Membership or eligibility for membership in the California, Washington State, New York, or Washington D.C. Bar
• Membership or eligibility for membership in the Bar of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
• Strong academic credentials
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills

Requirements:

• PhD (or MD with research experience) in relevant field
• Admission to Bar in relevant jurisdiction
• Membership or eligibility for membership in relevant state Bar and USPTO Bar

Education:

PhD or MD in relevant field

Certifications:

• Admission to relevant state Bar
• Membership or eligibility for membership in USPTO Bar

Skills:

• Strong academic background
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Legal research and analysis abilities

Experience:

1 year of legal practice experience, preferably at a law firm, in life sciences practice

Benefits Offered:

• Healthcare
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Accounts
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellbeing programs