Intellectual Property Senior Associate - Chemistry

BCG Attorney Search; New York (NY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks a highly motivated Intellectual Property Senior Associate with a chemistry focus for its New York office. The role involves advanced patent prosecution and litigation within a dynamic team of legal professionals.

You will conduct patent prosecution, manage portfolios, assess patentability, and collaborate on complex matters with experienced attorneys. JD plus a PhD in Chemistry is preferred, with USPTO admission.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of post-JD experience in patent prosecution and litigation.
• Experience in chemistry, pharmaceutical, and biotechnology sectors.
• Admission to practice before the USPTO.
• Licensed to practice law and in good standing in the relevant jurisdiction.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patent prosecution and litigation in chemistry-related fields.
• Manage and develop patent portfolios.
• Perform competitive landscape analyses and assess patentability.
• Collaborate with a team of experienced attorneys on complex legal matters.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Independent and teamwork

Education

JD

PhD in Chemistry

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a highly motivated Intellectual Property Senior Associate specializing in Chemistry to join their New York, NY office. This role involves engaging in advanced patent prosecution and litigation within a dynamic team of legal professionals.

Duties

• Conduct patent prosecution and litigation in chemistry-related fields.
• Manage and develop patent portfolios.
• Perform competitive landscape analyses and assess patentability.
• Collaborate with a team of experienced attorneys on complex legal matters.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of post-JD experience in patent prosecution and litigation.
• Experience in chemistry, pharmaceutical, and biotechnology sectors.
• Admission to practice before the USPTO.
• Licensed to practice law and in good standing in the relevant jurisdiction.

Education

• JD from an accredited law school.
• PhD in Chemistry, with a preference for Organic Chemistry.

Certifications

• Admission to practice before the USPTO.

Skills

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package.