Junior Patent Agent - Chemistry

About the role

We are seeking a technology advisor or patent agent for our life sciences patent practice in our Silicon Valley, Boston, or New York offices. The ideal candidate is a highly motivated individual with a Ph.D. (or M.D. with research experience) in Chemistry, Chemical Biology, or a related field to join our busy life sciences patent prosecution and counseling practice as a technology advisor or patent agent.

Responsibilities

• Conduct prior art database searches for patentability and freedom to operate analyses
• Analyze patents and scientific papers to assist patent attorneys on patent prosecution, counseling, and litigation
• Draft patent applications and responses to office actions
• Participate in post-grant procedures at the USPTO

Requirements

• Ph.D. (or M.D. with research experience) in Chemistry, Chemical Biology, or related field
• Superb technical, written, and verbal communication skills
• Broad scientific knowledge in biotechnology
• Initiative, fast learner, ability to work well with others
• Registered USPTO patent agent or eligible to sit for the USPTO registration exam and otherwise meet registration requirements

Benefits

• Healthcare, life insurance, health savings accounts, flexible spending accounts, and wellbeing programs
• Law school tuition assistance for qualified patent agent candidates

Pay

The anticipated range for this position is $90,000 - $155,000, with actual base salary depending on qualifications, experience, education, certifications, and location. A discretionary bonus may be available based on performance.

Schedule

Full‑time position with in‑office requirements of at least three days a week.