IP Life Sciences Patent Agent

A law firm in New York City is seeking an IP Life Sciences Patent Agent with advanced knowledge in organic chemistry, medicinal chemistry, immunology, molecular biology, or related fields. The ideal candidate will contribute to the firm's life sciences practice by providing expertise in patent prosecution and strategic intellectual property counsel.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Draft and prosecute patent applications in the life sciences sector, collaborating closely with attorneys and clients.
• Conduct patentability assessments and freedom-to-operate analyses.
• Assist in patent portfolio management and development strategies.
• Participate in due diligence investigations for IP transactions.
• Stay updated with changes in patent laws and regulations relevant to the life sciences industry.
• Communicate effectively with clients, scientists, and legal professionals on patent matters.

Requirements:

• PhD or MD in organic chemistry, medicinal chemistry, immunology, molecular biology, cell biology, microbiology, oncology, or a related scientific field.
• Preferably, post-doctoral research experience.
• USPTO registration number in good standing.
• Superior academic credentials with a record of research achievements.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

Experience:

• 1+ years of legal practice experience, ideally within a law firm environment, focusing on patent prosecution in the life sciences field.
• Familiarity with patent drafting, prosecution procedures, and IP strategy specific to life sciences innovations.

Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Detail-oriented with exceptional organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Proficiency in conducting patent searches and analyses.
• Effective time management skills to handle multiple tasks and deadlines.

This law firm was founded over 40 years ago to provide legal services for technology, clean tech sectors, and life sciences companies that are making world-changing innovations. They specialize in offering fast service to keep up with the rapid changes in the technology industry. Their areas of practice include intellectual property, litigation, corporate, and electronic information management. This firm has offices in California, Washington, New York, and Shanghai.