Patent Agent

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Salary: $100,000 - $135,000 per year

Our client is an international law firm with over 120+ years of success. With locations across the globe, our client assists individuals and organizations in realizing their ambitions, protects and defends their interests, and uses private capital to help transform their client's worlds.

Medical + Wellness Plan

Dental

Vision

401K Match + Contribution

STD/LTD

Life Insurance

PTO

Bonuses

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Job Details

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Patent Agent to join our legal team. This individual will play a key role in safeguarding our company's intellectual property rights. The Patent Agent will be responsible for preparing and prosecuting patent applications in the life sciences field, including but not limited to, cell biology, molecular biology, developmental biology, immunology, genetics, biochemistry, biomedical engineering, and chemistry. The successful candidate will have a strong scientific and technical background, excellent drafting skills, and a thorough understanding of USPTO procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and draft patent applications and responses to office actions from the USPTO.
• Conduct comprehensive searches for scientific articles, patents, and patent application documents relevant to the assessment of novelty, patentability, and freedom-to-operate.
• Collaborate with scientists to understand, capture, and articulate their inventions and develop robust patent strategies.
• Provide strategic advice to the business on intellectual property matters including patentability, validity, infringement, and freedom-to-operate.
• Review and analyze complex scientific literature in the fields of cell biology, molecular biology, immunology, genetics, biochemistry, biomedical engineering, and chemistry.
• Keep up-to-date with legal developments in the intellectual property field, and advising clients accordingly.
• Collaborate with attorneys to develop and manage a patent portfolio strategy for clients, including conducting portfolio reviews and competitor surveillance.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 3 years of experience in patent preparation and prosecution, preferably within the life sciences industry.
• Advanced degree in Life Sciences, Biology, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Developmental Biology, Immunology, Genetics, Biochemistry, Biomedical Engineering, Chemistry, or a related field.
• Registered to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
• Proven expertise in nucleic acid therapeutics, immunotherapeutics, delivery vectors, and organic chemistry.
• Strong scientific and technical ability with a deep understanding of the underlying science and technology.
• Excellent drafting skills with the ability to draft clear, concise and effective legal documents, opinions, and correspondence.
• Strong research skills, with a focus on thoroughness and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and work under tight deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to build relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex legal issues in a clear and understandable way.

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