Patent Agent

Intellectual Property – Patent Prosecution Section Our patent practice offers comprehensive strategic counseling in patent law and practice that enables our clients to clarify goals, find solutions, and achieve results throughout the innovation lifecycle. Our patent attorneys and agents advise clients on obtaining and enforcing patent protection, licensing or acquiring patent rights, executing financing and other business transactions, and navigating the patent landscape in their various industries. Responsibilities Work with clients on innovative and cutting‑edge biotechnology to procure patent protection and build IP portfolios. Manage patent portfolios and coordinate prosecution with foreign associates in various jurisdictions. Work with scientists and inventors to draft patent applications. Draft office action responses and prosecute patent applications. Assess scientific literature, patents and patent application documents in various biology fields. Conduct patent‑landscape and freedom‑to‑operate searches and assist with analysis. Work with investors to conduct IP diligence for potential investments. Assist with IP diligence on biotech initial public offerings and other capital markets transactions. Collaboration with team members is an important component of any role at Mintz. Work from the office approximately 60% of the time in accordance with the firm’s published guidelines. Qualifications USPTO admission required. Ph.D. degree in Immunology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry or related fields. At least three years of patent prosecution experience preferred. Experience drafting patent applications de novo from invention disclosure forms and/or inventor interviews with minimal supervision. Ability to present scientific concepts, analysis, reasoning and conclusions to scientists and non‑scientists. Ability to prioritize competing responsibilities, stay organized and exercise attention to detail. Ability to collaborate and work effectively in a team setting. About Mintz Mintz is an Am Law 100 law firm with over 500 attorneys serving clients worldwide. Our attorneys combine legal, business and industry insight to help navigate shifting challenges. We advise business leaders, entrepreneurs, and investors on pivotal deals, disputes, and regulatory matters within our core practice areas. We are strategically located to meet the needs of our clients, with offices in Boston, Los Angeles, Miami, New York, San Diego, San Francisco, Toronto and Washington, DC. Compensation & Benefits The salary range for this position is $150,000 to $250,000. This position is bonus‑eligible. Mintz offers a comprehensive benefits package. #J-18808-Ljbffr