Entry Level Life Sciences Patent Agent or Scientific Analyst

BCG Attorney Search; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits starting day 1

Health, dental, vision coverage

Life and disability coverage

Parental leave and family benefits

Talkspace and Calm wellness programs

Annual community service day

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking an entry-level Life Sciences Patent Agent or Scientific Analyst to support offices in San Francisco, Palo Alto, or Boston. The role involves preparing and prosecuting patent applications and delivering technical and legal research and analysis.

Qualifications include a Ph.D. in biology or a related field with outstanding writing and analytical skills. USPTO registration is not required.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in biology or a related field.
• Outstanding writing and analytical skills.
• Top academic credentials.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and prosecute patent applications.
• Contribute to prosecution strategy.
• Conduct technical and legal research and analysis for matters before the USPTO.
• Provide technical support for PTAB and litigation proceedings.

Skills

Patent preparation

Patent prosecution

Analytical writing

Strong writing

Education

Ph.D. in biology

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an entry-level Life Sciences Patent Agent or Scientific Analyst in San Francisco, California; Boston, Massachusetts; or Palo Alto, California. The role involves preparing and prosecuting patent applications and providing technical and legal research and analysis.

Duties

• Prepare and prosecute patent applications.
• Contribute to prosecution strategy.
• Conduct technical and legal research and analysis for matters before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
• Provide technical support for PTAB and litigation proceedings.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in biology or a related field.
• Outstanding writing and analytical skills.
• Top academic credentials.
• USPTO registration is not required.

Education

• Ph.D. in biology or a related field.

Certifications

• USPTO registration is not required.

Skills

• Strong interest in patent preparation and prosecution.
• Excellent writing and analytical skills.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package starting on the first day.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage options.
• Industry-leading parental leave and family benefits.
• Global wellness program with access to Talkspace and Calm apps.
• Annual community service day and a birthday holiday.
• Dedicated Talent Development team.
• Competitive annual profit-sharing contribution.