Life Sciences Patent Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Long-term disability insurance

401(k) plan

Paid parental leave

Vacation and sick leave

At least ten paid holidays annually

Employee assistance program

Wellness benefits and work flexibility

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks an experienced Life Sciences Patent Attorney in the Seattle area. The candidate will have a strong background in biomedical sciences and chemistry, contributing to patent preparation and prosecution for clients in life sciences and chemical technology. The role requires a Juris Doctor and Ph.D.

in biological sciences with organic chemistry knowledge, along with USPTO registration. You will work closely with in-house attorneys, inventors, and other firm attorneys to

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree required.
• Ph.D. in biological sciences with knowledge of organic chemistry.
• USPTO registration or eligibility required.
• Conscientious and detail-oriented.
• Excellent communication with clients and staff.
• Ability to collaborate across teams.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and prosecute patents in life sciences and chemical technology areas.
• Manage foreign prosecution processes.
• Engage extensively with in-house attorneys, inventors, and firm attorneys.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor

Ph.D. in biological sciences

Tools

USPTO Registration

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced Life Sciences Patent Attorney in the Seattle area. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in biomedical sciences and chemistry, and will contribute to the firm's intellectual property services, including patent preparation and prosecution.

Duties

• Prepare and prosecute patents in life sciences and chemical technology areas.
• Manage foreign prosecution processes.
• Engage extensively and promptly with in-house attorneys, inventors, and firm attorneys.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor degree.
• Ph.D. in biological sciences (e.g., biochemistry, molecular biology, genetics) with knowledge of organic chemistry.
• USPTO Registration.
• Conscientious and detail-oriented.
• Effective communication skills with clients, attorneys, and staff.
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues at all levels.

Education

• Juris Doctor
• Ph.D. in biological sciences.

Certifications

• USPTO Registration.

Skills

• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Team-oriented and collaborative.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Long-term disability insurance.
• Health Reimbursement Account (HRA).
• Life insurance.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care.
• 401(k) plan.
• Paid parental leave.
• Vacation and sick leave.
• At least ten paid holidays annually.
• Employee assistance program.
• Voluntary benefits including accident, life, disability, and long-term care insurance.
• Pet insurance.
• Extensive wellness benefits and work flexibility.