Associate - Patent Prosecution (Chemistry)

Fish & Richardson P.C.; Washington (District of Columbia); 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 for its Washington D.C. office. Ideal candidates should have a PhD in Chemistry or a closely related field, with 1-3 years of experience in patent prosecution. The role involves providing strategic legal advice on patent matters for cutting-edge technologies. The firm offers a flexible hybrid work environment and a competitive salary between $225,000 and $260,000, along with excellent benefits including comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage.

Qualifications

• PhD in Chemistry or closely related field and small molecule and/or pharmaceutical experience.
• 1-3 years as a Prosecution Attorney.
• Active membership in state bar and compliance with CLE requirements.
• Registered before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
• Superior writing skills and excellent academic credentials.
• Analytical skills for complex legal matters.
• Strong communication with clients and attorneys.
• Team-oriented and effective in relationships.

Responsibilities

• Provide patent prosecution services to top-tier clients.
• Conduct complex analysis of legal matters.
• Serve as a strategic advisor to clients.

Skills

PhD in Chemistry or closely related field

Prosecution Attorney experience

Active membership in state bar

Analytical skills

Superior writing skills

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