IP LitigationLife Sciences Associate 22387 Los Angeles

Vanguard-IP; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanguard Intellectual Partners (Vanguard-IP) specializes in the placement of IP/Patent professionals nationwide, with a sharp focus on the biotechnology and life sciences sectors. Our candidates' technical talents and career interests are matched with long-term client relationships to provide a distinctive edge.

We seek experienced biotechnology practitioners who can take on increasing responsibility within a premier litigation practice and contribute to Hatch-Waxman and biosimilar cases.

Qualifications

• Experience in biotechnology practice and a life sciences degree.
• Strong research, writing and analytic skills.
• Ability to mentor junior associates and work independently.
• Experience handling Hatch-Waxman, biosimilar or competitor pharma cases.
• Bar admission in preferred location and strong academic credentials.

Skills

Biotech experience

Life sciences degree

Independent thinker

Research skills

Writing skills

Analytical skills

Mentoring

Management skills

Teamwork

Hatch-Waxman cases

Bar admission

Education

Law degree (JD)

Job description

REQUIREMENTS

Qualified applicants for this position must have prior work experience in a biotechnology practice, along with a degree in a life sciences technology area (biochemistry, biology, chemistry, biomedical science, chemical engineering, molecular biology, pharmacy, or the like). The firm is seeking individuals who are independent thinkers and have the capacity to assume increasing responsibility in a highly successful litigation practice. Candidates must possess strong research, writing, and analytic skills; the ability to manage and mentor more junior associates; strong management and organizational skills; an ability to work independently and creatively; and an ability to work successfully as part of a team. Ideal candidates will have prior work experience handling and preferably managing Hatch-Waxman, biosimilar, or competitor pharmaceutical cases in district court or before the PTAB. Candidates must have strong academic credentials from an accredited law school. All candidates must be admitted to the state bar of their preferred office location.

SUMMARY

Vanguard Intellectual Partners (Vanguard-IP) specializes in the placement of IP/Patent professionals nationwide.

Our sole focus on intellectual property 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.

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.