Hybrid Patent Agent – Molecular Biology Expert

DLA Piper; Palo Alto (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

DLA Piper is seeking a Patent Agent with 3-5 years of experience to join its Patent Development and Strategy Group in Palo Alto. The ideal candidate will have experience preparing and prosecuting patent applications and a degree in molecular biology or related field. USPTO registration is required.

Candidates with litigation, opinion, licensing, or due diligence experience are preferred and a hybrid work arrangement is available. All candidates must be registered with the USPTO.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience preparing and prosecuting patent applications.
• Degree in molecular biology or related scientific discipline.
• Registration with the USPTO.

Responsibilities

• Drafts patent applications.
• Drafts responses to USPTO office actions.
• Works closely with attorneys for patent preparation and prosecution.
• Drafts instructions to foreign patent agents in response to office actions.
• Maintains a detailed understanding of products and technical developments.
• Conducts patentability studies and drafts related assessments.
• Provides technical support for opinions, diligence projects and litigation.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Research skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Technical/Scientific degree

Master’s degree

Job description

DLA Piper is seeking a Patent Agent with 3-5 years of experience to join its Patent Development and Strategy Group in Palo Alto. The ideal candidate will have experience preparing and prosecuting patent applications and a degree in molecular biology or related field. USPTO registration is required.

Candidates with litigation, opinion, licensing, or due diligence experience are preferred and a hybrid work arrangement is available. All candidates must be registered with the USPTO.