IP Biotechnology Patent Agent

Job Title: IP Biotechnology Patent Agent

Job Overview:
A distinguished law firm in Chicago, IL, seeks a talented Patent Agent specializing in intellectual property within the fields of biotechnology and pharmaceuticals. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in patent preparation, prosecution, and advisory services in biotechnological innovations. This role is suited for an experienced patent agent with a strong academic background in biological sciences, exceptional legal acumen, and proficiency in navigating domestic and international patent processes.

Duties:

• Prepare and prosecute patent applications, focusing on biotechnological inventions.
• Conduct thorough patentability assessments and offer strategic guidance on patent matters.
• Draft patent opinions, including validity, infringement, and freedom-to-operate analyses.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of USPTO regulations and relevant international patent guidelines.
• Provide legal and strategic support in protecting client intellectual property portfolios.
• Collaborate closely with clients to understand their technical innovations and tailor IP strategies accordingly.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 3+ years of patent counseling experience, particularly in biotech patent preparation and prosecution.
• Demonstrable expertise in both domestic and international patent laws and practices.
• Strong legal writing and analytical skills to articulate complex biotechnological concepts effectively.

Education:

• PhD in Biological Sciences (e.g., Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Genetics, or a closely related field).

Certifications:

• Registration with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

Skills:

• Advanced skills in legal research, writing, and communication.
• Ability to interpret and translate scientific concepts into precise legal terms.
• Excellent client management abilities, with a focus on understanding and meeting client IP needs.
• Adaptability to collaborate in a multidisciplinary, fast-paced legal environment.

Job Location:

• Chicago, IL

A well-known, top-drawer firm with an especially strong health care practice, this firm offers offices across the U.S. in addition to European and Asian outposts. The firm is on an upward trajectory, with savvy acquisitions in hot markets marking the last decade. The accolades and honors keep rolling in for this firm, meaning that attorneys can be sure they will be among the best and the brightest. A full-service firm with excellence in business law, litigation, and intellectual property, this is an excellent place to start or accelerate one?s career.