Patent Agent - Biotech #20707
Vanguard-IPabout 1 year ago
San Diego, California, United States
On-site
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)
Job Description
Position Overview
Join a nationally recognized Mid-Sized GP Firm with Cravath level compensation and an active practice at the PTAB and ITC. Our firm is ranked National "Tier 1" in Patent Law by US News & World Report. Vanguard Intellectual Partners specializes in connecting top IP/Patent professionals with leading organizations across the nation. With recruiters boasting 10+ years of IP recruiting experience and an exceptional track record, we offer trusted career advice in a confidential process. Should you be interested in exploring opportunities in other locations, we have hundreds of openings in additional markets.
Required Qualifications
- USPTO admission required
- Ph.D. degree in Immunology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry or related fields (bioinformatics, data science and machine learning are a plus but not required)
- Prior patent prosecution experience
- Experience drafting patent applications de novo from invention disclosure forms and/or inventor interviews with minimal supervision
- Ability to present scientific concepts, analysis, reasoning and conclusions to scientists and non-scientists
- Ability to prioritize competing responsibilities, stay organized and exercise attention to detail
- Ability to collaborate and work effectively in a team setting
Benefits & Perks
- Cravath level compensation
- Active practice at the PTAB and ITC
- National "Tier 1" recognition in Patent Law
- Confidential candidate process with nationwide opportunities
Required Skills
Patent application drafting
Ph.D. in Immunology/Molecular Biology/Biochemistry
Scientific presentation to diverse audiences
Patent prosecution
Team collaboration
USPTO admission
Attention to detail