Life Science Patent Associate Attorney

Job Overview

A prestigious law firm is seeking a highly skilled Life Science Patent Associate with 3+ years of experience to join its New York office. The successful candidate will focus on patent prosecution and portfolio management, counseling, patent opinion work, and litigation support in the areas of pharmaceuticals, biosimilars, natural products, and ag-bio. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work with a nationally recognized team on high-profile Hatch-Waxman matters for major pharmaceutical clients.

Duties

• Manage patent prosecution, portfolio management, and patent opinion work.
• Provide strategic counseling to clients in the life sciences industry.
• Offer litigation support, particularly in Hatch-Waxman matters related to pharmaceuticals and biosimilars.
• Assist in the development and enforcement of intellectual property rights for life science clients.
• Conduct patent research, drafting, and filing patent applications.
• Work with cross-functional teams, including legal and business teams, to deliver comprehensive legal solutions to clients.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in patent law, particularly in life sciences, chemistry, or biochemistry.
• Registration with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to manage a high volume of work and meet deadlines.

Education

• Advanced degree (PhD, JD/PhD, or MS) in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a closely related field.

Certifications

• Registration with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) required.

Skills

• Strong understanding of life sciences, particularly in pharmaceuticals, biosimilars, and ag-bio.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to analyze complex patent law issues and provide clear legal advice.
• Proficiency in drafting and prosecuting patent applications.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work with a renowned intellectual property team.
• Access to professional development and career advancement opportunities.
• Comprehensive benefits package (details available upon request).

Providing sophisticated top-quality legal representation nationally and globally, this full-service law firm offers services in areas of corporate, financial services, litigation, real estate, commercial finance, intellectual property, and trusts and estates. The firm's clients include public and private companies, Fortune 100, government and nonprofit organizations, and individuals. The firm has a collaborative and collegial environment where the most talented team of lawyers and professionals create creative and strategic solutions for clients' needs. In addition, the firm has an innovative team that provides strategies using new processes and software. The firm is committed to providing pro bono service and sponsoring a variety of programs that support education, arts and culture, health and welfare, and human rights. Focused on attracting diverse talents the firm provides various training and mentoring programs for professional growth. This nationally recognized firm has all the features of a successful law firm: highly skilled attorneys, amazing staff, a supportive work environment, and a competitive salary with great benefits.