Biotech Patent Prosecution Associate

Vanguard-IP; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 190,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanguard Intellectual Partners (Vanguard-IP) specializes in the placement of IP/Patent professionals nationwide, offering Cravath-level compensation and a national footprint in patent law.

Our firm focuses on IP, enabling us to deeply understand clients’ technical needs and candidates’ career interests. We typically handle drafting and prosecuting patent applications, evaluating portfolios, and conducting due diligence.

Qualifications

• Registered to practice before the USPTO.
• Admitted to the Massachusetts Bar or eligible for admission.
• Excellent academic credentials.
• Outstanding organizational and communication skills (written and oral).
• Leadership skills; comfortable working directly with clients.

Responsibilities

• Drafting and prosecuting patent applications.
• Evaluating patent portfolios.
• Performing due diligence investigations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Client interaction

Education

Ph.D. in Biology or related discipline

Job description

Vanguard Intellectual Partners (Vanguard-IP) specializes in the placement of IP/Patent professionals nationwide, offering Cravath-level compensation and a national footprint in patent law.

Our firm focuses on IP, enabling us to deeply understand clients’ technical needs and candidates’ career interests. We typically handle drafting and prosecuting patent applications, evaluating portfolios, and conducting due diligence.