Job Overview

A law firm is seeking a qualified and experienced Mid-Level Patent Agent with 2-4 years of relevant expertise in the fields of Immunology, Virology, or Molecular Biology. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in drafting and prosecuting patent applications, responding to office actions, preparing legal opinions, and conducting prior art searches. This position requires strong academic credentials, USPTO admission, and New York Bar admission.

Job Details

Duties

• Draft and prosecute patent applications in the areas of immunotherapy, gene therapy, cell therapy, and related fields.
• Respond to office actions and provide strategic guidance on patent prosecution matters.
• Assist in the preparation of legal opinions related to intellectual property.
• Conduct thorough prior art searches to support patentability assessments.
• Collaborate with attorneys and clients to understand and meet their patent needs.

Requirements

• 2-4 years of experience as a Patent Agent.
• Ph.D. in Immunology, Virology, or Molecular Biology.
• Strong academic credentials, demonstrating a high level of intellectual capability.
• Admitted to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
• New York Bar admission.

Education

• Ph.D. in Immunology, Virology, or Molecular Biology.

Certifications

• Admission to practice before the USPTO.
• New York Bar admission.

Skills

• Proficiency in drafting and prosecuting patent applications.
• Ability to conduct comprehensive prior art searches.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work.

Job Location

New York City, NY

A regional powerhouse firm with strong political history, this firm is regarded as the 15th Best Law Firm in the Mid-Atlantic. Associates value the work/life balance, the people, and the commitment to associate developments. The firm allows associates to work flexible hours while remaining omitted professionals. The firm?s focus is client and industry development, as well as collaborative culture, where each attorney ahs pledged to provide at least 25 hours of pro bono work. Compensation at this firm is competitive with peer firms in the region.