Associate - Patent Prosecution (Chemistry)

Fish & Richardson P.C.; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 225,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Technology Allowance

Family-friendly atmosphere

Health and wellness initiatives

Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage

Job summary

Fish & Richardson P.C. is seeking a patent prosecution associate for its offices across the U.S. With a strong emphasis on a creative and inclusive culture, the firm seeks candidates with a PhD in Chemistry or a related field, and a minimum of 1-3 years experience as a Prosecution Attorney. The position offers a competitive salary range of $225,000 - $260,000 based on qualifications, a flexible hybrid work environment, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, and dental coverage.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience as a Prosecution Attorney.
• Active membership in the state bar and compliance with CLE requirements.
• Registered before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
• Excellent academic credentials.

Responsibilities

• Become a strategic advisor to top-tier clients in intellectual property.
• Work with leading legal practitioners on complex technologies.
• Contribute to team-oriented relationships.

Skills

PhD in Chemistry or related field

Experience as a Prosecution Attorney

Analytical skills

Superior writing skills

Communication skills with diverse clients

Education

PhD in Chemistry or closely related field

Job description

Come join the #1 intellectual property firm in the country as a patent prosecution associate in any of our U.S. offices. At Fish, we promote a creative, respectful and inclusive culture that values the diversity of people and allows ingenuity to thrive. You will work on cutting edge technologies for top-tier clients, working with legal practitioners who are leaders in our field. Through your combination of technical expertise and legal know-how, you will become a strategic advisor to clients who are among the world's greatest innovators. You will be a respected teammate, joining an elite group of attorneys solving intellectual property issues for the world's leading companies.

If you have a passion for science, engineering and intellectual property, we want to hear from you.

Who You Are

• You have a PhD in Chemistry or closely related field and small molecule and/or pharmaceutical experience
• You have at least 1-3 years of experience as a Prosecution Attorney
• You have an active membership in the state bar and compliance with CLE requirements
• You are registered before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
• You have superior writing skills and excellent academic credentials.
• You thrive when using your analytical skills to conduct complex and detailed analysis of legal matters.
• You enjoy communicating with a diverse group of clients, attorneys, and staff.
• You are enthusiastic about working within a team-oriented environment and will contribute to effective team relationships.

The salary range for this position is $225,000 - $260,000. The salary offered will depend upon qualifications and experience and will be adjusted for flex-time schedules.

Why Fish

• A flexible hybrid work environment
• Annual Technology Allowance
• A family-friendly atmosphere with back-up childcare, as well as health and wellness initiatives
• Competitive pay with a rich benefits package, including comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage