Associate - Patent Prosecution Chemistry

BCG Attorney Search; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid work environment

Annual technology allowance

Back-up childcare

Medical, vision, and dental coverage

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking a Patent Prosecution Associate in Houston, TX with a chemistry background to handle cutting-edge technologies for leading clients. You will provide strategic advice on IP matters and work closely with senior attorneys.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years of prosecution experience, USPTO registration, active state bar, strong writing skills, and a PhD in Chemistry. The role offers a flexible hybrid schedule and collaboration across a dynamic IP practice.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience as a Prosecution Attorney.
• Active membership in the state bar with CLE compliance.
• Registration with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
• Superior writing skills and excellent academic credentials.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patent prosecution for cutting-edge technologies.
• Collaborate with a team of legal practitioners.
• Advise clients on intellectual property matters.
• Engage in detailed legal analysis and research.

Skills

Strong analytical

Effective communication

Team oriented

Education

PhD in Chemistry

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Patent Prosecution Associate specializing in Chemistry for its Houston, TX office. The successful candidate will work on innovative technologies for leading clients, providing strategic advice and solving intellectual property issues.

Duties

• Conduct patent prosecution for cutting-edge technologies.
• Collaborate with a team of legal practitioners.
• Advise clients on intellectual property matters.
• Engage in detailed legal analysis and research.

Requirements

• 1-3 years of experience as a Prosecution Attorney.
• Active membership in the state bar with CLE compliance.
• Registration with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
• Superior writing skills and excellent academic credentials.

Education

PhD in Chemistry or a closely related field.

Certifications

Registered before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.

Skills

• Strong analytical skills for complex legal analysis.
• Effective communication with diverse clients and staff.
• Team-oriented with a collaborative approach.

Benefits

• Flexible hybrid work environment.
• Annual technology allowance.
• Family-friendly atmosphere with back-up childcare.
• Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage.