Patent Agent - Biotech

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Patent Agent with a Ph.D. in the biological sciences to join their San Francisco, CA office. The role involves engaging in patent prosecution, freedom-to-operate analysis, and due diligence, focusing on innovative biotechnology to secure patent protection and develop IP portfolios.

Duties

• Manage patent portfolios and coordinate prosecution with foreign associates.
• Collaborate with scientists and inventors to draft patent applications.
• Draft office action responses and prosecute patent applications.
• Assess scientific literature, patents, and patent application documents.
• Conduct patent-landscape and freedom-to-operate searches and assist with analysis.
• Work with investors to conduct IP diligence for potential investments.
• Assist with IP diligence on biotech initial public offerings and other capital markets transactions.

Requirements

• USPTO admission required.
• Ph.D. degree in Immunology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or related fields.
• At least three years of patent prosecution experience preferred.
• Experience drafting patent applications de novo from invention disclosure forms.
• Ability to present scientific concepts to scientists and non-scientists.
• Ability to prioritize responsibilities, stay organized, and exercise attention to detail.
• Ability to collaborate and work effectively in a team setting.

Education

• Ph.D. in Immunology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or related fields.

Certifications

• USPTO admission.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency in managing multiple projects simultaneously.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
1750 Montgomery St Fl 1
San Francisco
California
United States 94111
Phone : (415) 464 6897
Fax : (213) 895-7306