Patent Associate / Senior Associate / Managing Associate – Chemistry | Gurgaon

Katcheri; Gurgaon; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Katcheri is seeking a Patent Associate / Senior Associate / Managing Associate – Chemistry to work with inventors, R&D teams, and attorneys on protecting innovations and developing effective patent strategies for clients.

Ideal candidates hold a PhD or Master’s in Chemistry with 3–10 years of hands-on patent drafting, searching, and prosecution experience, and excellent communication skills. Team-oriented, proactive professionals are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• PhD or Master’s degree in Chemistry or related field
• Preferably a qualified Indian Patent Agent
• 3–10 years of hands‑on experience in patent drafting, searching, and prosecution
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to collaborate and work effectively as part of a team
• Detail-oriented, analytical, and proactive approach
• Strong sense of ownership and time management

Responsibilities

• Conducting prior art searches
• Drafting and prosecuting patent applications in the chemistry domain
• Collaborating with inventors and clients on patent strategy
• Supporting patent portfolio management
• Working closely with R&D teams and attorneys

Skills

Excellent written and verbal comms

Team collaboration

Detail-oriented

Analytical mindset

Ownership & time management

Education

PhD or Master’s in Chemistry

Job description

Job Description:

The organisation is hiring a Patent Associate / Senior Associate / Managing Associate – Chemistry to work closely with inventors, R&D teams, and attorneys on protecting innovations and developing effective patent strategies for clients.

Key Responsibilities / Areas of Work:

• Conducting prior art searches
• Drafting and prosecuting patent applications in the chemistry domain
• Collaborating with inventors and clients on patent strategy
• Supporting patent portfolio management
• Working closely with R&D teams and attorneys

Eligibility & Preference:

• PhD or Master’s degree in Chemistry or a related field
• Preferably a qualified Indian Patent Agent
• 3–10 years of hands‑on experience in patent drafting, searching, and prosecution
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to collaborate and work effectively as part of a team
• Detail-oriented, analytical, and proactive approach
• Strong sense of ownership and time management

What This Offers:

• Opportunity to work closely with inventors and R&D teams
• Exposure to patent drafting and prosecution in the chemistry domain
• Involvement in patent strategy and portfolio management
• Opportunity to work with attorneys and clients on intellectual property matters