Mid-Senior Biotech IP Associate Attorney

A law firm in Boston, MA, is seeking a Mid-Senior Biotech IP Associate Attorney with a strong technical background in biological sciences. The ideal candidate should be committed to delivering exceptional client service, possessing a Ph.D. in Biology, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Immunology, or a related discipline, and must be registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.

Duties:

• Draft and prosecute patent applications in biotechnology and life sciences fields.
• Conduct patentability and freedom-to-operate analyses.
• Evaluate and analyze patent portfolios.
• Perform due diligence investigations and IP-related transactional work.
• Advise clients on IP strategies and portfolio management.
• Conduct patent landscape analyses and competitive intelligence.

Requirements:

• Ph.D. in Biology, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Immunology, or related discipline.
• Registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
• 3-8 years of relevant experience in a law firm environment.
• Strong technical knowledge and experience in biotechnology and life sciences.
• Experience drafting and prosecuting patent applications.
• Familiarity with patent portfolio management and due diligence investigations.
• Excellent academic credentials and a strong publication record.
• Outstanding organizational and communication skills (both written and oral).
• Leadership skills and ability to work effectively with clients and colleagues.

Education and Certifications:

• Ph.D. in Biology, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Immunology, or related discipline.
• Admission to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.

Skills:

• Proficiency in drafting and prosecuting patent applications.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in a collaborative team environment.

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