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Life Sciences / Biotech Patent Agent San Francisco

Vanguard-IP

Patent Agent In The Life Sciences

Mid-Sized GP Firm ranked National "Tier 1" in Patent Law. Very active with representing both patent owners and petitioners at the PTAB, and complainants at the ITC. A busy Patent Prosecution practice of cutting-edge clients, primarily medium to large companies.

Requirements

Seeking a USPTO registered, Patent Agent in the Life Sciences. Applicant should have strong writing skills and relevant patent prosecution experience related to Biology, Biotechnology, and Life Sciences. An advanced degree, preferably a PhD, is desirable, but not required. Expertise in molecular biology is an asset.

Summary

Vanguard Intellectual Partners (Vanguard-IP) specializes in the placement of IP/Patent professionals nationwide. Our sole focus on intellectual property enables us to more deeply understand our clients' technical needs, and our candidates' individual talents and career interests. Our broad network of long-term client relationships gives us a competitive edge.

Our recruiters all have 10+ years of IP recruiting experience, and an exceptional record of success. We have superior knowledge of the IP job market, and offer trusted career advice for our candidates. We also have the resources and high-level contacts to get your resume noticed by the people who matter.

We look forward to speaking with you, and learning more about what you are seeking in your next opportunity.

At Vanguard-IP, we respect the confidentiality of every candidate who contacts us. Furthermore, we will always obtain expressed authorization before submitting your resume to any of our clients.

Should you have an interest in exploring opportunities in another location, we have hundreds of openings in other markets. Please apply now and our team would be happy to review your information for this or other openings in your location of interest.

Vacancy posted 3 days ago
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