IP LitigationLife Sciences Associate 22390 Chicago

Vanguard-IP; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanguard Intellectual Partners (Vanguard-IP) specializes in placing IP and patent professionals nationwide. We connect clients with talent who understand technical biotech and legal needs, enabling precise matches for litigation and patent proceedings.

Our candidates typically bring strong academic credentials from accredited law schools, experience in Hatch-Waxman, biosimilars, or pharma patent cases, and the ability to mentor junior associates.

Qualifications

• Biotech practice experience required and a degree in life sciences technology.
• Must be admitted to the state bar of preferred office location.
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills; ability to mentor juniors.

Responsibilities

• Advise and draft IP/patent filings and opinions.
• Manage and mentor junior associates.
• Collaborate on district court or PTAB litigation matters.

Skills

Research skills

Writing skills

Mentoring

Teamwork

Independent thinking

Legal research

Education

J.D. from accredited law school

Life sciences technology degree (biochem, biology, chemistry, etc.)

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.