Midlevel IP Associate Life Sciences Patent Prosecution
$225kDirect Counsel
Job Description
Job Description
Direct Counsel is representing a prestigious AmLaw firm seeking a midlevel Intellectual Property Associate (1–5 years) to join its highly regarded Life Sciences Patent Prosecution practice.
Locations :
- Boston
- Chicago
- Houston
- Orange County (Costa Mesa)
- Philadelphia
- San Francisco
- Seattle
- Silicon Valley
- Washington, D.C.
This is an exciting opportunity for an attorney or patent agent with a strong scientific background and biotechnology patent prosecution experience to work with cutting-edge life sciences and emerging growth companies.
Responsibilities- Handle sophisticated patent prosecution and IP counseling matters for innovative life sciences companies
- Advise clients in areas including:
- Antibodies
- DNA & RNA therapeutics
- Gene-editing technologies
- Chemical biology
- Molecular and cellular therapeutics
- Collaborate closely with emerging companies and scientific innovators on strategic intellectual property protection
- 1–5 years of biotechnology patent prosecution experience
- Advanced degree required, preferably a Ph.D., in a life sciences discipline such as:
- Molecular Biology
- Immunology
- Biochemistry
- Cell Biology
- Related scientific fields
- USPTO Registration Number / Patent Bar membership required
- Strong academic credentials and excellent analytical, writing, and communication skills
Expected salary range in Massachusetts: $225,000 – $435,000 , depending on experience, qualifications, and market factors.
Comprehensive benefits package includes medical, financial, retirement, and paid leave benefits.
If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply through directcounsel.net with your resume, law school transcripts, and cover letter.
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