Lateral Patent Attorney / Patent Agent

Webb Law Firm; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

The Webb Law Firm seeks a Lateral Patent Attorney / Patent Agent with biotechnology and life sciences expertise for a full-time role to support our IP practice across Fortune 500s to startups.

Applicants should have at least 5 years of patent drafting and prosecution experience in biotechnology and life sciences, including molecular genetics and cell biology. Hybrid remote options may be available in the Pittsburgh area.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of patent drafting and prosecution in biotechnology and life sciences.
• Experience with molecular genetics or cell biology preferred.
• Portfolio management and portable business a plus.
• USPTO registration in good standing required.

Responsibilities

• Draft and prosecute patent applications for biotech inventions.
• Assist with opinion drafting and due diligence projects.
• Portfolio management and client liaison as needed.

Skills

Biotechnology

Life sciences

Patent drafting

Patent prosecution

Molecular genetics

Cell biology

Education

Bachelor’s in Life Sciences

Advanced degree in Life Sciences

Job description

The Webb Law Firm is seeking a Lateral Patent Attorney / Patent Agent with biotechnology and life sciences experience, for a full-time position assisting with our growing intellectual property practice, which services clients ranging from Fortune 500 companies to start-ups. Applicants should have a minimum of 5 years of experience in patent drafting and prosecution in biotechnology and life sciences fields, including molecular genetics and/or cell or molecular biology. Portfolio management and portable business a plus given strong consideration.

While the position will primarily focus on patent drafting, including prior provisional conversion, and prosecution, candidates will also have the opportunity to assist with opinion drafting and due diligence projects, if desired.

We offer excellent compensation and a relaxed, team-based work environment. Though we are based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, we will consider hybrid remote and / or full-time remote arrangements for the right candidate. In addition, flex-time and part-time arrangements are considered on a case-by-case basis.

USPTO registration (in good standing) is required.

A bachelor’s or any advanced degree in a relevant life sciences discipline is required.

The Webb Law Firm is committed to attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse workforce of exceptionally talented professionals.