Patent Agent/Advisor (Chemistry)

Title: Patent Agent/Advisor (Chemistry)

Job Overview
A prominent law firm in Boston, MA, is actively seeking a skilled and driven Patent Agent or Advisor with a strong background in chemistry or a related field. This role focuses on providing patent counseling and prosecution within the life sciences sector. Ideal candidates bring a mix of technical expertise and strategic insight, contributing to patent strategy, patent applications, and patent portfolio management.

Duties

• Conduct prior art database searches for patentability assessments and freedom-to-operate analyses.
• Review and interpret patent documents, scientific literature, and technical reports to support attorneys in prosecution, counseling, and litigation.
• Draft patent applications and respond to office actions to maintain accurate and compliant documentation.
• Advise legal teams on technology and science-based issues for deposition preparation and case strategy.

Requirements

• Industry experience in the field of chemistry or life sciences.
• Strong technical, written, and verbal communication skills in English.
• Comprehensive scientific knowledge in chemistry or closely related fields.
• Registered with the USPTO as a patent agent or eligible to sit for the USPTO registration exam.

Education

• Ph.D. in Chemistry or a related scientific discipline.

Certifications

• USPTO patent agent registration or eligibility to qualify for the USPTO registration exam.

Skills

• Proficiency in patent database searches and analysis for IP strategies.
• Skilled in drafting and editing technical and scientific documents.
• High attention to detail with the ability to communicate complex technical information to legal teams.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects.

Job Location

• Boston, MA

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans, plus health savings accounts for applicable plans.
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care.
• Pre-tax commuter benefits.
• Comprehensive life insurance, AD&D, and long-term care coverage.
• Backup care options for children or adults and other parental support services.
• Generous vacation accrual (4 weeks per year), sick time (2 weeks per year), and 10 paid holidays.
• Fertility benefits and extensive parental leave.
• Law school tuition assistance for professional development.

Creative lawyering in a laid back environment is big draw for associates at this Amlaw firm. This California-based firm is highly regarded as one of the most innovative firms in the market. The firm is best known for its technology work and life sciences clients, and is generally recognized as the top legal provider for emerging companies. The California culture of the firm fosters a collaborative and social workplace, while the sophisticated training and meaningful attorney mentorship help develop associates into world class lawyers.