Intellectual Property Senior Associate - Life Sciences

BCG Attorney Search; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks an Intellectual Property Senior Associate specializing in Life Sciences for a Denver, CO position. The role focuses on patent prosecution and litigation within a dynamic legal environment.

Ideal candidate has 3–5 years post-JD experience in IP prosecution and litigation, with a background in biotech, pharma, gene therapy, medical devices or digital health. USPTO admission required, bar in CO or other states preferred.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of post-JD experience in patent prosecution and litigation.
• Experience with biotechnology, pharmaceutical, gene therapy, medical device and digital health patents.
• Admission to the USPTO.
• Licensed to practice law and in good standing in MA, NY, CA, CO or DC.

Responsibilities

• Prosecute and litigate patent matters in life sciences.
• Develop and manage patent portfolios for clients.
• Perform competitive landscape analyses and assess patentability.
• Collaborate with a team of experienced attorneys on complex matters.

Skills

Communication

Analytical thinking

Teamwork

Independent worker

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Biology undergraduate degree

Life sciences PhD preferred

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Intellectual Property Senior Associate specializing in Life Sciences to join their team in Denver, CO. This role involves engaging in patent prosecution and litigation within a dynamic legal environment.

Duties

• Conduct patent prosecution and litigation in the life sciences sector.
• Manage and develop patent portfolios for clients.
• 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 with biotechnology, pharmaceutical, gene therapy, medical device, and digital health patents.
• Admission to practice before the USPTO.
• Licensed to practice law and in good standing in MA, NY, CA, CO, or DC.

Education

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Undergraduate degree in Biology.
• Life sciences PhD strongly preferred.

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 as part of a team.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.