Biotechnology Patent Agent

A law firm based in Philadelphia, PA, is seeking a skilled Biotechnology Patent Agent to join their team. This role requires a blend of scientific expertise and patent law proficiency to manage patent prosecution, IP diligence, and strategic IP counseling. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in biological sciences, significant experience in patent prosecution, and a proactive approach to IP business strategy.

Duties:

• Manage and execute patent prosecution activities, including drafting and filing patent applications.
• Conduct IP diligence and provide strategic counseling on IP business matters.
• Assist with IP-transfer commercial transactions and ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
• Develop and implement strategies for patent portfolio management and IP protection.
• Collaborate with clients and internal teams to address complex IP issues and opportunities.
• Conduct prior art searches and analyze patentability of inventions.
• Prepare and review patent-related documents, including responses to office actions and appeals.
• Provide technical and legal guidance to clients on patent-related matters.
• Stay current with developments in biotechnology and patent law to provide informed counsel.

Requirements:

• A graduate degree in a biological science is required; a PhD is preferred.
• Preference for a degree in molecular biology, biochemistry, immunology, or genetics.
• 5+ years of patent prosecution experience.
• Admission to the patent Bar is required.
• Strong academic credentials and excellent references are preferred.
• A strong entrepreneurial spirit is preferred.

Education:

• Advanced degree (Master’s or PhD) in a biological science such as molecular biology, biochemistry, immunology, or genetics.

Certifications:

• Admission to the patent Bar.

Skills:

• Expertise in biotechnology and related scientific fields.
• Proven experience in patent prosecution and IP diligence.
• Strong understanding of IP laws, regulations, and procedures.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate complex scientific and legal concepts clearly.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Proactive approach with a strong entrepreneurial mindset.

Benefits Offered:

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life insurance, short and long-term disability.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts.
• Health savings account.
• Firm-subsidized emergency child and elder care services.
• Family and medical leave.
• Employee assistance program.
• Pre-tax transportation program.

Founded in the 1880s, this firms practice areas include Business & Finance, Employee Benefits, Estates, Litigation, Public Finance, Real Estate, and International Law. With offices throughout the U.S., the opportunities are endless for candidates with an eye on the future. Attorneys come from both top tier and local law schools. Perks include generous benefits and a free work out facility. We here that although these attorneys aren't particularly adventuresome in terms of practice area (relying on long-standing corporate clientele as their bread and butter), they are a friendly group. I hear that there is really no attitude as between partners and associates, who generally pitch in on files at the same level of responsibility and hard work.