Junior Life Sciences Patent Agent - Prosecution

Perkins Coie LLP; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

Perkins Coie LLP in Seattle seeks a Patent Prosecution Patent Agent with at least 2 years of patent prosecution experience for life sciences clients. The role involves drafting and prosecuting patent applications, handling U.S. and foreign office practice, and performing due diligence, licensing, and litigation support.

Candidates must hold an advanced degree in biology, chemistry, or biotechnology and be admitted to the USPTO. Salary range: $150,000–$225,000.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of patent prosecution experience.
• Experience drafting and prosecuting patent applications.
• Advanced degree in biology, chemistry or biotechnology.
• Admitted to the USPTO.

Responsibilities

• U.S. and foreign patent office practice.
• Opinions, due diligence, licensing support.
• Litigation support and client counseling on life sciences projects.

Skills

Patent prosecution experience

Life sciences knowledge

US patent law familiarity

Education

Advanced degree in biology/chemistry/biotechnology

Job description

Perkins Coie LLP in Seattle seeks a Patent Prosecution Patent Agent with at least 2 years of patent prosecution experience for life sciences clients. The role involves drafting and prosecuting patent applications, handling U.S. and foreign office practice, and performing due diligence, licensing, and litigation support.

Candidates must hold an advanced degree in biology, chemistry, or biotechnology and be admitted to the USPTO. Salary range: $150,000–$225,000.