Patent Associate - Life Sciences

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Patent Associate in New York, NY, with 1-4 years of patent prosecution experience. The ideal candidate will have a background in fields such as cell or molecular biology, immunology, biochemistry, bioinformatics, bioengineering, organic chemistry, medicinal chemistry, cancer biology, pharmacology, biophysics, or digital health. Advanced degrees are required, and prior patent agent experience is preferred.

Duties

• Conduct patent prosecution and counseling.
• Collaborate with clients in life sciences sectors.
• Draft and file patent applications.
• Provide strategic advice on patent portfolios.

Requirements

• 1-4 years of patent prosecution experience.
• Patent bar membership.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
• Superior academic credentials.

Education

• Advanced degree in relevant field.

Certifications

• Patent bar membership.

Skills

• Expertise in life sciences disciplines.
• Proficiency in patent drafting and prosecution.
• Ability to manage multiple projects.

Benefits

• Monthly wellness reimbursements.
• 24/7 emotional and behavioral health support.
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage.
• Family-building benefits.
• Paid parental leave.
• Parenting support concierge.
• Career coaching for working parents.
• In-home and center-based back-up childcare.
• Tutoring and college coaching for children.
• Health Savings Accounts with firm contribution.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Pretax commuter and parking benefits.
• Life and disability insurance options.
• Voluntary long-term care and critical illness insurance.
• ID theft protection and pet insurance.
• Medicare consulting.
• Firm-paid CLE, bar review fees, and bar dues.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
125 Park Avenue, 25th floor
New York
New York
United States 10017
Phone : (212) 232-0277
Fax : (213) 895-7306