Patent Agent

Job Overview: A law firm in Boston, MA, is seeking a Patent Agent to support its intellectual property practice. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in molecular biology and significant experience in preparing and prosecuting patent applications.

Job Duties:

• Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties.
• Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and promptly reply to correspondence.
• Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product.
• Successfully meet deadlines and expectations and perform work duties as required.
• Foster positive work relationships.
• Comply with all firm policies and practices.
• Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as:
  • Working at a computer for extended periods, including on-screen reading and typing.
  • Participating in digital/virtual conference calls.
  • Participating in meetings as needed.
• Perform all other duties, tasks, or projects as assigned.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree (4-year degree).
• Undergraduate or graduate degree in molecular biology.
• PhD in molecular and cellular biology or similar disciplines (excluding chemistry, medical device, or pharmaceutical sciences) preferred.
• Registration with the USPTO.
• 2+ years of experience preparing and prosecuting patent applications.
• Prior experience in a large or mid-sized law firm preferred.
• Litigation, opinions, licensing, patent due diligence, and trademark experience preferred.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong analytical and writing skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Good business judgment.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently.
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.
• Research and problem-solving skills.
• Conceptual thinking.
• Ability to influence others.
• Persuasive communication.
• Management skills.

Location: Boston, MA

Benefits: The firm offers a comprehensive package including medical, dental, vision insurance, and 401(k).

This Amlaw firm is best known for allowing its associates to find a balanced work load that best suites them. As a result, the company operates with an entrepreneurial culture, offers flexible face-time, and values diversity and a work space inclusive of everyone. This firm is also one that values pro-bono work?encouraging their associates to gain real-life experience and take charge of their own opportunities and success.