Mid-Senior Level Life Sciences Patent Prosecution Associate Attorney

A law firm is seeking a Mid-Senior Level Life Sciences Patent Prosecution Associate Attorney for its Indianapolis, IN, location. Below is a detailed job description:

Job Overview:

The Mid-Senior Level Life Sciences Patent Prosecution Associate Attorney will be responsible for providing technical expertise in life sciences patent practice. The successful candidate will work closely with colleagues and in-house counsel on IP-related issues throughout the product lifecycle. They will also conduct freedom to operate and/or IP due diligence search and analysis to support licensing and acquisitions and/or research and development of large-molecule products.

Duties:

• Prepare and prosecute patent applications and help develop strong patent portfolios for pipeline products and platform technologies.
• Liaise with clients, the USPTO, and foreign associates regarding the domestic and foreign patent application processes and strategies.
• Collaborate with talented and team-oriented colleagues across practice groups and offices.
• Receive training opportunities with growing levels of responsibility.
• Have opportunities for advancement in a collegial environment.

Requirements:

• Ph.D. (or master's or other advanced degree) in biological sciences, e.g., molecular or cell biology, microbiology, immunology, genetics, or biochemistry.
• Superior academic record, strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, and strong attention to detail.
• Prior law firm experience with patents in pharmaceutical and life sciences fields.
• Current registration and in good standing with the USPTO required.
• 3-8 years of patent experience, including experience as a patent specialist, patent agent, and patent attorney.
• Possess leadership skills and excel in a team environment.
• Demonstrate a keen interest in developing and implementing relationship-building skills both internally and externally.
• Have prior experiences that prepare the candidate to work with attorneys, staff, and clients from cultures and backgrounds different from their own.
• Be highly motivated and a self-starter.
• Be flexible and able to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Have excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Have excellent law school credentials and references.

Benefits Offered:

• Competitive salaries.
• Quality benefits programs include an annual stipend to support interests and hobbies outside the workplace.
• Workplace flexibility.
• One-on-one career coaching and outstanding professional development opportunities and support.

This full-service firm is one of the largest law firms in Indianapolis with a nationally recognized reputation in many of its practice areas. With additional offices throughout the Midwest and the East Coast, the firm has over 200 lawyers ready to serve their clients. New associates are assigned to one of five sections: Bond/Municipal Finance, Business, Labor, Litigation, or Real Estate. New associates are encouraged to let the firm know what areas interest them, but all attorneys are expected to be willing to work in a wide variety of areas. New associates are also provided with early client contact. While some associates arent ecstatic with the firms bonus structure, this mid-tier firm does pay higher than many similar firms in the area.