Patent Agent

Job Title: Patent Agent

Job Overview
A prestigious law firm based in Chicago, IL, is seeking a highly qualified Patent Agent to join its Biotechnology Practice Group. This role offers a unique opportunity to work with some of the most technologically advanced companies in the world, supporting them in patent preparation, prosecution, and counseling. The position offers a professional environment with the opportunity for growth and development under the supervision of experienced practitioners.

Duties

• Conduct interviews with inventors to gather information on new patentable ideas.
• Prepare and prosecute patent applications in the biotechnology and molecular biology fields.
• Investigate and prepare non-infringement and invalidity opinions.
• Provide technical support in patent litigation and assist in client counseling.
• Review both patent and non-patent literature for essential concepts.
• Manage significant client responsibilities while maintaining high-quality service to domestic and foreign clients.
• Communicate effectively with different levels of staff and management.
• Work autonomously when required, while collaborating with a broader legal team.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of work experience in life sciences, with expertise in patent preparation and prosecution.
• Admission to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
• Strong grasp of new technical teachings and concepts in biotechnology and molecular biology.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Education

• Master’s or Doctorate in Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, or a related field.
• Strong academic background with a minimum GPA of 3.0 at all levels of education.

Certifications

• U.S. Patent and Trademark Office admission is required.

Skills

• Proficiency in technical writing and patent documentation.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret and evaluate patent literature.
• Detail-oriented with an ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Advanced communication skills, both verbal and written, to convey complex ideas.

Job Location

• Chicago, IL

Benefits

• Comprehensive group medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care.
• Health savings accounts and life insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Parental leave and return programs.
• Back-up care for children, adults, and elders.
• 401(K) plan with profit-sharing options.
• Pre-tax transportation plan.
• Identity theft protection and employee assistance programs.
• On-site fitness center membership.
• Voluntary pet insurance and excess liability coverage.
• Professional development support, including bar fees and continuing legal education.
• Holiday and paid time off, along with performance bonuses.
• Moving expense reimbursement.

Looking for IP? Looking for only IP? Look no further! The superstars of intellectual property know this is Chicagos premier IP law firm and only a very select group of attorneys are chosen to represent their clients. Located in the west loop, this small but rapidly growing firm houses only intellectual property specialists. With both national and international clients, this firm litigates on behalf of and counsels its sophisticated clients in all aspects of intellectual law, including copyright, trademark and unfair competition. And this firm's atmosphere is very diverse -- you will be surrounded not only by stellar IP attorneys, but also top talent in the fields of medicine, biology, chemistry, and all areas of engineering and science. These attorneys are pioneers and leaders in biotechnology and genetic engineering and clients rave about their representation in these complicated areas of law. Successful candidates must have strong academics and an undergraduate degree in science or engineering.