IP Senior Associate - Chemistry

WilmerHale; New York (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm is seeking a highly skilled Intellectual Property Associate Attorney to join their team in New York. The role involves working on cutting-edge patent prosecution and litigation, suitable for candidates with 3-5 years of relevant experience. A JD and a PhD in chemistry, preferably organic chemistry, are required. The position offers a collaborative work environment with experienced attorneys and focuses on patent portfolio management and development.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of post-JD experience in patent prosecution and litigation.
• Experience with chemistry, pharmaceutical, and biotechnology.
• Admission to practice before the USPTO is required.

Responsibilities

• Work on patent prosecution and litigation matters with experienced attorneys.
• Collaborate effectively within a team.

Skills

Patent prosecution

Litigation

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Written communication

Oral communication

Education

JD from an accredited law school

PhD in chemistry

PhD in organic chemistry (preferred)

Job description

WilmerHale is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Intellectual Property Associate Attorney to join our thriving IP practice. This position offers the opportunity to work on cutting‑edge patent prosecution and litigation matters with a team of experienced attorneys. This role can be based in our Boston, Denver, New York, Palo Alto or Washington, DC office. Please submit your law school, undergraduate and graduate school transcripts.

The successful candidate will have 3-5 years of post‑JD experience with a strong focus on both patent prosecution and litigation.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• PhD degree in chemistry. A PhD in organic chemistry is preferred.
• 3-5 years of post‑JD experience in both patent prosecution and litigation.
• Experience with chemistry, pharmaceutical, and biotechnology.
• Knowledge of patent portfolio management and development, competitive landscape analyses, and patentability.
• Admission to practice before the USPTO.
• Must be licensed to practice law and in good standing in the state/jurisdiction in which the position is based (MA, NY, CA, CO or DC).
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr LLP (WilmerHale) is an equal‑opportunity employer and is committed to compliance with all applicable laws prohibiting employment discrimination. It is our policy to take all employment actions and make all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, citizenship status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, disability, military status, status as a disabled or other protected veteran, or any other protected status under applicable law. WilmerHale will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and otherwise as required by applicable law.

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