Biotech IP Litigation Attorney — Patent & FTO Expert

Vanguard-IP; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanguard-IP in Chicago seeks a biotechnology patent attorney with strong prior experience in preparing and prosecuting patent applications for biologics and large-molecule technologies.

The successful candidate will conduct IP due diligence, freedom-to-operate analyses, and landscape assessments, register to practice before the USPTO, and provide exemplary client service with rigorous writing and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Biotech patent experience required.
• Experience in preparing and prosecuting patent applications in biologics/large-molecule tech.
• Freedom-to-operate, IP due diligence, infringement and patent landscape analyses.
• USPTO registration in good standing.
• Attorneys must be admitted to at least one State bar where the firm has an office.
• Prior law firm experience required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail; able to manage multiple priorities.

Skills

Patent prosecution

Legal writing

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Ph.D. in Biological Sciences

Job description

Vanguard-IP in Chicago seeks a biotechnology patent attorney with strong prior experience in preparing and prosecuting patent applications for biologics and large-molecule technologies.

The successful candidate will conduct IP due diligence, freedom-to-operate analyses, and landscape assessments, register to practice before the USPTO, and provide exemplary client service with rigorous writing and communication skills.