Patent Agent (Chemistry)

Job Title: Patent Agent (Chemistry)

Job Overview:
A distinguished law firm located in New York City, NY is seeking a detail-oriented and technically skilled Patent Agent with specialized expertise in chemical sciences. The position requires a robust understanding of patent prosecution and a scientific background rooted in chemistry or a closely related field. The role supports the firm’s intellectual property team in securing patent rights, evaluating technologies, and navigating complex IP challenges for innovative clients.

Duties:

• Draft technical descriptions and related materials for patent applications

• Respond to patent office communications involving scientific and factual issues

• Assess the technical underpinnings of new inventions and articulate findings to attorneys and inventors

• Engage directly with inventors to extract key scientific concepts and innovations

• Research emerging technologies to support IP strategy development

• Provide insights on patentability, freedom-to-operate, and IP landscape reviews

• Interface with the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office during the application lifecycle

• Support due diligence efforts and IP portfolio evaluations for transactions

• Stay informed on developments in patent law and maintain active technical knowledge

• Ensure timely data management related to patent processes and internal reporting

Requirements:

• 1-4 years of relevant patent experience

• Prior involvement in drafting and prosecuting patent applications

• Experience with IP transactions or PTAB proceedings (a plus, not mandatory)

• Familiarity with U.S. and international patent procedures

• Availability for occasional extended hours, including evenings or weekends, as needed

• A minimum of 3 days per week is required in-office; remote work available up to 2 days per week

Education:

• M.S. or Ph.D. in Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Medicinal Chemistry, Biochemistry, or Chemical Engineering

Certifications:

• Registered or eligible to register with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)

Skills:

• Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret complex scientific information

• Proficiency in drafting patent documents and evaluating prior art

• Clear and persuasive communicator, both in writing and verbally

• Technically adept with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel)

• Comfortable using docketing and workflow management software

• Exceptional time management, prioritization, and organizational skills

• Professional demeanor and capacity to work with diverse teams and clients

• Commitment to confidentiality and adherence to ethical standards

Job Location:
New York City, NY

This Texas-headquartered elite firm is appealing for associates interested in energy work. The firm is serious about its career development. Junior associates are assigned a senior associate mentor and formal training at the firm is guaranteed. Associates confirmed the firm has an encouragement aspect and all workers strive to the best job they can do. This firm has gained important recognition in the community for its diversity efforts. Pro bono is popular among the attorneys and most have devoted over 100 years each year to pro bono efforts. Thefirm pays top-of-market compensation.