Mid-level IP Procurement and Portfolio Management Associate Attorney

A law firm in San Francisco is seeking a Mid-level IP Procurement and Portfolio Management Associate Attorney with 3-5 years of patent prosecution experience in the Life Sciences. The ideal candidate will have strong academic credentials, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to delivering high-quality client service. They will work closely with experienced attorneys, gaining mentorship and opportunities for professional growth.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage patent prosecution matters, including drafting and prosecuting patent applications.
• Provide strategic patent portfolio counseling and management in the Life Sciences sector.
• Conduct IP due diligence, patentability, and freedom-to-operate analyses.
• Collaborate with clients and inventors to identify patentable inventions and assess patent portfolio strategies.
• Assist in patent litigation and post-grant proceedings before the USPTO.
• Conduct IP audits and assist with IP licensing and technology transactions.
• Stay updated with changes in patent laws and regulations.

Requirements:

• Ph.D. or graduate degree in Molecular Biology or Chemistry strongly preferred.
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
• 3-5 years of experience in patent prosecution, particularly in the Life Sciences field.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Commitment to client service excellence and delivering high-quality work.

Benefits Offered:

• Medical/Prescription Drug Coverage (including a Health Savings Account feature)
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Short- and Long-term Disability Protection
• Life Insurance (Basic, Supplemental, Spouse, Child, Accidental Death and Dismemberment)
• Paid Time Off (generally 3-4 weeks)
• Parental Leave (24 weeks, with 12 weeks paid)
• Paid Holidays (12)
• Professional Development and CLE Credit Opportunities
• Bar Expense Reimbursement
• Hybrid/Remote Work Opportunities
• Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Perks Program (Technology, Entertainment, and Travel Discounts)

A serious Big Law heavyweight with an especially solid reputation in the Pacific Northwest and the Mid-Atlantic regions, this firm excels in multiple arenas, from billion-dollar transactions to high-stakes litigation, and everything in between. These days, the firm is prioritizing international expansion, with offices opening across Europe, the Middle East, South America, and Asia, in a move that is sure to bring more cross-border work and multinational clients. Known for its friendly culture, working at this firm means collaborating with brilliant minds and extraordinary individuals.