Mid-level Intellectual Property Life Sciences Associate Attorney

A law firm in Philadelphia is seeking a Mid-level Intellectual Property Life Sciences Associate Attorney. The candidate will be responsible for patent prosecution in a biotechnology practice. They must possess an advanced degree, preferably a Ph.D., in a life sciences technology area. Patent Bar membership (USPTO Registration Number) is required.

Duties:

• Conduct patent prosecution in a biotechnology practice.
• Draft patent applications and responses to office actions.
• Analyze patentability and conduct prior art searches.
• Collaborate with inventors and clients on patent strategy.
• Assist with patent portfolio management.
• Provide legal advice on intellectual property matters.

Requirements:

• Patent Bar membership (USPTO Registration Number) is required.
• 1-5 years of patent prosecution experience in a biotechnology practice.
• Advanced degree, preferably a Ph.D., in a life sciences technology area.

Education and Certifications:

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Patent Bar membership (USPTO Registration Number).
• Advanced degree, preferably a Ph.D., in a life sciences technology area.

Skills:

• Proficiency in patent prosecution.
• Strong analytical and research skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills.

This is one of the top law firms in the country to work forin its huge Philadelphia office, this firm draws rave reviews. Although much more a large firm atmosphere than most of the East Coast (non-New York) based firms, this firm has one of the most exciting full service practices around. However, it is not easy to get in with this fairly elite group of attorneys--they are very picky about their candidates. The culture here is fairly competitive--although the partners take care of their own, this is a group of high powered professionals who are used to acheiving at very high levels--and used to beating out the guy next door. This internal drive will keep associates staying later and later to earn bragging rights on occasion--but it's not as if the work isn't abundant enough to keep you there.