Associate - Patent Prosecution Chemistry

BCG Attorney Search; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Annual technology allowance

Back-up childcare

Health and wellness initiatives

Medical, vision, and dental coverage

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks a Patent Prosecution Associate with a Chemistry focus for its New York City office. The successful candidate will work on innovative technologies for leading clients, leveraging their technical and legal expertise to provide strategic advice.

Requirements include 1-3 years of prosecution experience, active bar membership with CLE compliance, USPTO registration, and exceptional writing and academic credentials.

Qualifications

• PhD in Chemistry or closely related field.
• Active membership in the state bar with CLE compliance.
• Registration with the USPTO.
• Strong writing ability and excellent academic credentials.

Responsibilities

• Prosecute patent applications for small molecule and pharmaceutical technologies.
• Collaborate with a team of attorneys on IP matters.
• Engage with clients to understand their legal needs.
• Perform detailed legal analysis and provide strategic guidance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team oriented

Education

PhD in Chemistry

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Patent Prosecution Associate specializing in Chemistry for its New York City, NY office. The successful candidate will work on innovative technologies for leading clients, leveraging their technical and legal expertise to provide strategic advice.

Duties

• Conduct patent prosecution for small molecule and pharmaceutical technologies
• Collaborate with a team of attorneys to address intellectual property issues
• Engage with clients to understand and address their legal needs
• Perform detailed legal analysis and provide strategic advice

Requirements

• 1-3 years of experience as a Prosecution Attorney
• Active membership in the state bar with compliance to CLE requirements
• 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 team members
• Team-oriented with a focus on building effective relationships

Benefits

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