Associate - Patent Prosecution (Chemistry)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid work environment

Annual Technology Allowance

Back-up childcare

Health and wellness initiatives

Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage

Job summary

Fish & Richardson P.C. is seeking a patent prosecution associate in Chicago. The ideal candidate holds a PhD in Chemistry or a related field, has 1-3 years of experience as a Prosecution Attorney, and is registered with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. This role involves working with top-tier clients on innovative technologies while collaborating with a dynamic team. Fish offers a competitive salary range of $225,000 to $260,000, along with a flexible hybrid work schedule and a comprehensive benefits package including health coverage and an annual technology allowance.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience handling patent prosecution cases.
• Active membership in the state bar and compliance with CLE.
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse groups.

Responsibilities

• Work with top-tier clients on cutting-edge technologies.
• Conduct detailed analysis of legal matters.
• Collaborate with a team of attorneys on intellectual property issues.

Skills

PhD in Chemistry or related field

Prosecution Attorney experience

Registration before U.S. Patent Office

Superior writing skills

Analytical skills

Team-oriented

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