Biotech Patent Prosecution Associate — Seattle

plug-legal; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 310,000 - 390,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan eligibility

20 days vacation and additional paid leave policies

Job summary

Plug-legal is seeking a mid-level Patent Prosecution Associate in Seattle with 1-5 years of patent prosecution experience in the life sciences sector. Candidates should hold an advanced degree (preferably Ph.D.) and be either registered with the USPTO or prepared to sit for the patent bar exam within 12 months.

This role involves managing patent portfolios for clients ranging from local startups to global pharmaceutical companies, ensuring broad exposure to strategic IP work. The compensation includes a salary of $310,000 to $390,000 along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 1–5 years of experience in patent prosecution, particularly in life sciences.
• Ability to handle complex legal tasks and communicate effectively.
• Registration with USPTO or eligibility to register within 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Guide biotechnology innovators through the lifecycle of IP protection.
• Build and manage high-value patent portfolios.
• Conduct freedom-to-operate and patentability analyses.

Skills

Patent prosecution experience

Translating complex science into legal strategy

Understanding of life sciences

Education

Advanced degree in life sciences (Ph.D. preferred)

Job description

Plug-legal is seeking a mid-level Patent Prosecution Associate in Seattle with 1-5 years of patent prosecution experience in the life sciences sector. Candidates should hold an advanced degree (preferably Ph.D.) and be either registered with the USPTO or prepared to sit for the patent bar exam within 12 months.

This role involves managing patent portfolios for clients ranging from local startups to global pharmaceutical companies, ensuring broad exposure to strategic IP work. The compensation includes a salary of $310,000 to $390,000 along with comprehensive benefits.