Biotech Patent Prosecution Associate – Life Sciences

Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 225,000 - 365,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan Lewis & Bockius LLP seeks a midlevel associate for its biotechnology patent prosecution practice in California. The role requires 1–5 years of relevant experience and an advanced degree in life sciences.

Applicants must hold a USPTO patent bar and an active California Bar license, and you will be expected to prepare for and pass the patent bar exam within 12 months of hire. The firm offers a competitive compensation package and generous benefits.

Qualifications

• One to five years of patent prosecution experience in biotechnology.
• Advanced degree (Ph.D. in life sciences) preferred.
• Patent bar membership and active California Bar membership required.
• Must prepare for and pass the patent bar exam within 12 months of hire.

Skills

Patent prosecution experience

Biotechnology practice

Education

Ph.D. in Life Sciences or related field

J.D. or equivalent

Job description

Morgan Lewis & Bockius LLP seeks a midlevel associate for its biotechnology patent prosecution practice in California. The role requires 1–5 years of relevant experience and an advanced degree in life sciences.

Applicants must hold a USPTO patent bar and an active California Bar license, and you will be expected to prepare for and pass the patent bar exam within 12 months of hire. The firm offers a competitive compensation package and generous benefits.