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