Bioinformatics Patent Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote options

Lower billable hour requirement

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks a Bioinformatics Patent Attorney to join our Seattle team, with remote options. You will work in the Chemistry & Life Sciences Patent Prosecution group focusing on bioinformatics, computational biology, and AI.

Ideal candidates have USPTO registration, 3+ years of patent prosecution experience, and strong writing and communication skills. An MS or PhD in bioinformatics or related field is preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires USPTO registration and strong patent prosecution experience.
• Candidate should have a solid grasp of software and biology.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patent prosecution in bioinformatics and related fields.
• Collaborate with clients to understand and protect their intellectual property.
• Draft and review patent applications and related documents.
• Provide strategic advice on patent portfolio management.

Skills

USPTO registration

Patent prosecution

Bioinformatics software

Communication skills

Education

MS or PhD in bioinformatics or related field

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Bioinformatics Patent Attorney to join their team in Seattle, WA, with remote options available. The role involves working within the Chemistry & Life Sciences Patent Prosecution team, focusing on bioinformatics, computational biology, and artificial intelligence.

Duties

• Conduct patent prosecution in bioinformatics and related fields.
• Collaborate with clients to understand and protect their intellectual property.
• Draft and review patent applications and related documents.
• Provide strategic advice on patent portfolio management.

Requirements

• USPTO registration required.
• Minimum three years of patent prosecution experience preferred.
• High level of familiarity with software and biological fields.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

Education

• Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in bioinformatics, computational biology, or a related field preferred.

Certifications

• Admission or qualification for admission to the state bar corresponding to the primary office location.

Skills

• Proficiency in technical writing.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills.

Benefits

• Lower billable hour requirement compared to traditional partnership-track positions.