I.P. - Patent Agent/Technical Advisor

Job Overview:

A law firm in New York City, NY, is seeking a highly qualified I.P. Patent Agent/Technical Advisor. The ideal candidate will have a strong academic background, relevant experience in immunology, molecular biology, cell biology, virology, microbiology, oncology, gene editing, gene therapy, or a related field, and a dedication to providing excellent client service.

Duties:

• Conducting in-depth scientific and technical research to support patent prosecution and intellectual property strategies.
• Prepared, filed, and prosecuted patent applications before the USPTO.
• Analyzing scientific and technical documents, such as research papers, patent literature, and client disclosures.
• Drafting detailed and precise patent applications, amendments, and responses to office actions.
• Providing technical and strategic advice to clients regarding patentability, freedom-to-operate, and validity issues.
• Assisting attorneys with litigation support, including research and preparation of technical documents.
• Conducting patent landscape analyses to identify potential patent opportunities and risks.
• Collaborating with inventors, researchers, and clients to understand and protect their innovations.

Requirements:

• PhD (or MD with research experience) in immunology, molecular biology, cell biology, virology, microbiology, oncology, gene editing, gene therapy, or a related field.
• Post-doctoral experience is desirable.
• Registration number with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is desirable.

Education:

• PhD (or MD with research experience) in a relevant field.

Certifications:

• USPTO registration number (desirable).

Skills:

• Superior academic credentials.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to conduct thorough scientific and technical research.
• Proficiency in drafting and prosecuting patent applications.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.

Benefits Offered:

• Healthcare
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Accounts (HSAs)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Wellbeing programs

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.