Patent Agent

u003cdiv id= 'model-response-message-contentr4dd01ab8e8ee825e ' class= 'markdown markdown-main-panel tutor-markdown-rendering stronger enable-updated-hr-color ' dir= 'ltr 'u003eu003ch2u003eu003cstrongu003ePatent Agent/Science Advisoru003c/strongu003eu003c/h2u003eu003ch3u003eu003cstrongu003eIP for Life Sciences Disciplineu003c/strongu003eu003c/h3u003eu003cpu003eu003cstrongu003ePractice Areau003c/strongu003e: Intellectual Property Transactions u0026Strategies (IPTS) / Life Sciencesu003c/pu003eu003cpu003eu003cstrongu003eLocationu003c/strongu003e: New York, NYu003c/pu003eu003cpu003eu003cstrongu003eSalary: u003c/strongu003e$155,000 - $175,000 Target Base Salary.u003c/pu003eu003cpu003eu003cemu003eCompensation u003cspan style= 'font-size: 11pt; 'u003eincludes eligibility for a robust annual performance bonus program.u003c/spanu003eu003c/emu003eu003c/pu003eu003ch2u003eu003cstrongu003eAbout the Firm:u003c/strongu003eu003c/h2u003eu003cpu003eOur client is an AmLaw 50 institution with a globally recognized Life Sciences Business Unit that stands at the vanguard of legal support for biomedical innovation. Consistently earning Tier 1 rankings from Chambers USA for its Intellectual Property practice, the firm provides counsel to emerging companies, major pharmaceutical corporations, and leading venture capital funds across the entire life science ecosystem. The firm is known for integrating deep technical expertise with cutting-edge legal strategy, fostering a dynamic and intellectually rigorous environment where scientific knowledge is directly leveraged to build and monetize patent portfolios for transformative technologies.u003c/pu003eu003ch2u003eu003cstrongu003eJob Description:u003c/strongu003eu003c/h2u003eu003cpu003eThis role is ideal for a u003cstrongu003ehighly credentialed scientistu003c/strongu003e seeking to transition their expertise into a u003cstrongu003estrategic legal careeru003c/strongu003e. The Science Specialist will operate as a u003cstrongu003ecritical technical resourceu003c/strongu003e for attorneys and clients within the u003cstrongu003eIntellectual Property Transactions u0026Strategies Groupu003c/strongu003e, focusing on matters within the u003cstrongu003eLife Sciences and Chemicalu003c/strongu003e domains. Key responsibilities include:u003c/pu003eu003culu003eu003cliu003eu003cstrongu003ePioneering the drafting of original patent applicationsu003c/strongu003e, encompassing the preparation of highly detailed specifications and legally sound claims in close collaboration with inventors and corporate IP counsel.u003c/liu003eu003cliu003eExecuting u003cstrongu003ein-depth prior art investigationsu003c/strongu003e and complex u003cstrongu003efreedom-to-operate (FTO) analysesu003c/strongu003e to inform client research and development pipelines and u003cstrongu003emitigate litigation risku003c/strongu003e.u003c/liu003eu003cliu003eConducting u003cstrongu003escientific assessments of novel inventionsu003c/strongu003e to render technical opinions on u003cstrongu003epatentability thresholdsu003c/strongu003e, patent validity, and potential third-party infringement exposure.u003c/liu003eu003cliu003eu003cstrongu003eSupporting intellectual property due diligenceu003c/strongu003e in high-value corporate transactions, including venture capital investments, complex licensing deals, and public Mu0026A.u003c/liu003eu003cliu003eDeveloping and presenting u003cstrongu003eIP landscape and competitive intelligence reportsu003c/strongu003e to guide clients’ long-term research strategies and business planning decisions.u003c/liu003eu003cliu003eu003cstrongu003eDirectly managing global patent portfolio needsu003c/strongu003e, including preparing strategic responses to patent office actions under the guidance of supervising attorneys.u003c/liu003eu003cliu003eCollaborating with cross-functional legal teams and clients to ensure IP objectives are fully u003cstrongu003ealigned with overarching commercial goalsu003c/strongu003e.u003c/liu003eu003c/ulu003eu003ch2u003eu003cstrongu003eQualifications:u003c/strongu003eu003c/h2u003eu003culu003eu003cliu003eu003cstrongu003eTwo (2) to four (4) yearsu003c/strongu003e of experience in patent drafting, prosecution, or related IP technical support.u003c/liu003eu003cliu003eA u003cstrongu003edeep scientific backgroundu003c/strongu003e demonstrated by an advanced technical degree (M.S., Ph.D., or equivalent) in u003cstrongu003eChemistryu003c/strongu003e or a closely related field (e.g., Organic Chemistry, Biochemistry, Medicinal Chemistry).u003c/liu003eu003cliu003eDemonstrated knowledge of core u003cstrongu003eU.S. and international patent lawu003c/strongu003e concepts, specifically within the u003cstrongu003eLife Sciencesu003c/strongu003e and u003cstrongu003eBiotechnologyu003c/strongu003e sectors.u003c/liu003eu003cliu003eExceptional u003cstrongu003etechnical writing and communication skillsu003c/strongu003e for drafting complex legal and scientific documents.u003c/liu003eu003cliu003eEligibility to sit for the u003cstrongu003eU.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) registration examinationu003c/strongu003e.u003c/liu003eu003c/ulu003eu003ch2u003eu003cstrongu003ePreferred Skills:u003c/strongu003eu003c/h2u003eu003culu003eu003cliu003eu003cstrongu003eAdmission to practice before the USPTOu003c/strongu003e (Patent Agent registration number).u003c/liu003eu003cliu003eu003cstrongu003ePh.D. degreeu003c/strongu003e or M.D. in a relevant chemical discipline.u003c/liu003eu003cliu003ePrevious experience in a law firm or in-house legal department environment, with a focus on u003cstrongu003epatent preparation and prosecutionu003c/strongu003e.u003c/liu003eu003cliu003eA u003cstrongu003eproactive, solution-oriented mindsetu003c/strongu003e and the demonstrated capacity to excel in a u003cstrongu003edeadline-driven, sophisticated legal environmentu003c/strongu003e.u003c/liu003eu003c/ulu003eu003chru003eu003cpu003eu003cemu003e(This a job advertisement on behalf of our client and does not reflect the full job description for the role. Any qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. You will need to provide law school transcripts, a writing sample or deal sheets, and a cover letter in order to be considered for this role. This posting does not constitute an offer of employment, and the listed compensation details may vary by state or experience and will be discussed thoroughly during interview phase.)u003cbru003eu003c/emu003eu003c/pu003eu003c/divu003e ', 'location ': 'New York, NY ', 'remote ':null, 'jobtype ': 'directhire ', 'remoteoption ': 'hybrid ', 'featuredonjobboard ':false, 'ownedbyagency ':false, 'externalid ': 'FL266-2748913

Created: 2025-10-04