Intellectual Property Associate or Patent AgentBiotechnology Practice Group 20143

Vanguard-IP; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking talented IP/Patent professionals to join their dynamic team. This role emphasizes the importance of strong academic credentials, particularly a Masters or Doctorate in Biotechnology or Molecular Biology. Candidates should possess life science work experience in patent preparation and prosecution, along with the ability to effectively communicate and organize complex information. With a focus on confidentiality and a commitment to understanding both client needs and candidate aspirations, this opportunity offers a unique chance to excel in a specialized field. If you are passionate about intellectual property and ready to make an impact, this position is for you.

Qualifications

• Masters or Doctorate in Biotechnology or related field required.
• Life science work experience in patent preparation and prosecution.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Ability to review patent literature

Ability to grasp new technical teachings

Education

Masters in Biotechnology

Doctorate in Molecular Biology

Job description

REQUIREMENTS
• Strong academic credentials, which should minimally include a Masters or Doctorate degree in Biotechnology, Molecular Biology or related field. Graduate degrees are required.
• Life science work experience in patent preparation and prosecution.
• Admission to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
• Ability to grasp new technical teachings quickly.
• Ability to efficiently review patent and non-patent literature for key concepts.
• Excellent communication skills--both written and verbal--and exceptional organizational skills.

SUMMARY
Vanguard Intellectual Partners (Vanguard-IP) specializes in the placement of IP/Patent professionals nationwide. Our concentrated focus in these areas enables us to more deeply understand our clients' technical needs and our candidates' individual talents and career interests. Our broad network of long-term client relationships gives us a competitive edge.

Our recruiters all have 10+ years of IP recruiting experience and an exceptional record of success. We have superior knowledge of the IP job market and offer trusted career advice for our candidates. We also have the resources and high-level contacts to get your resume noticed by the people who matter.

CONFIDENTIALITY
At Vanguard-IP, we respect the confidentiality of every candidate who contacts us. Furthermore, we will always obtain expressed authorization before submitting your resume to any of our clients.