Intellectual Property Attorney - Pharmaceuticals

Marina Sirras & Associates LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 245,000 - 340,000; Full time

Job summary

A boutique legal recruiting firm is seeking a midlevel Patent Prosecution Associate specializing in Organic Chemistry or Biochemistry. This position is located in New York or Boston, with a salary range of $245,000 - $340,000. Candidates must have 3-5 years of patent prosecution experience, a Ph.D. in a relevant field, and bar admission in New York or Massachusetts. Strong communication skills and teamwork are essential, along with USPTO admission. Work authorization in the U.S. is required.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of patent prosecution experience required.
• Must have Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related discipline.
• Bar admission in New York or Massachusetts required.
• USPTO admission is mandatory.
• Excellent academic credentials are essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and file patent applications.
• Conduct freedom-to-operate and patentability analyses.

Skills

Patent prosecution experience

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry or Biochemistry

Job description

Patent Prosecution Associate - Organic Chemistry / Biochemistry

Our client is a top firm, seeking a midlevel patent prosecution associate in its Pharmaceutical practice for the New York or Boston offices. The salary range for this position is between $245,000 - $340,000.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of patent prosecution experience, including preparing and filing patent applications, conducting freedom-to-operate and patentability analyses.
• Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related discipline is required.
• Bar admission in New York or Massachusetts.
• USPTO admission required.
• Excellent academic credentials.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; team focused.
• All candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S.

About Us

Marina Sirras & Associates LLC is a boutique legal recruiting firm committed to connecting exceptional legal talent with top-tier law firms and in-house legal departments nationwide. With decades of experience and a personalized, relationship-driven approach, we take pride in understanding the unique needs of both our clients and candidates.

We are a proud member of the National Association of Legal Search Consultants (NALSC) and strictly adhere to the NALSC Code of Ethics. Marina Sirras, our founder, is a former President and Chairperson of the organization, reflecting our longstanding commitment to integrity and professionalism in legal recruiting.

To learn more about our team and services, please visit us at www.lawseek.com.