Life Sciences Patent Prosecution Associate (Junior–Mid)

Ashurst Perkins Coie Group; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 235,000 - 365,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual discretionary bonus

401(k) plan

Health, dental & vision insurance

Parental leave

Job summary

Ashurst Perkins Coie US LLP is seeking a Patent Prosecution Junior Associate to join our life sciences‑focused team in multiple offices. The role requires at least 2 years of patent prosecution experience, an advanced degree in biology, chemistry, or biotechnology, and USPTO admission.

The position involves handling U.S. and foreign patent office work, opinions, due diligence, licensing support, and client counseling.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of patent prosecution experience.
• Drafting and prosecuting patent applications.
• Admitted to the USPTO.
• Strong academic credentials in life sciences.

Responsibilities

• Handle U.S. and foreign patent office practice for life sciences clients.
• Provide opinion work, due diligence, licensing support, and litigation support as needed.
• Counsel clients on a variety of life sciences projects.

Skills

Patent prosecution

Life sciences

Education

Advanced degree in biology/chemistry/biotech

Job description

Ashurst Perkins Coie US LLP is seeking a Patent Prosecution Junior Associate to join our life sciences‑focused team in multiple offices. The role requires at least 2 years of patent prosecution experience, an advanced degree in biology, chemistry, or biotechnology, and USPTO admission.

The position involves handling U.S. and foreign patent office work, opinions, due diligence, licensing support, and client counseling.