Patent Agent

BCG Attorney Search; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Boston, MA seeks a Patent Agent to perform patent-related activities in life sciences, including preparing, drafting, and filing patent applications with the USPTO, and advising on patentability and inventorship.

Candidates should have a Ph.D. in Neurobiology/Neuroscience or related field, at least two years of patent experience in life sciences, and proven ability to analyze technical documents and coordinate foreign filings.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Neurobiology, Neuroscience, or related life science field.
• Two years of patent-related activities in life sciences.
• Experience preparing, filing, and prosecuting patent applications.
• Ability to identify potential patent infringements.
• Experience supporting patent agents/attorneys in life sciences.
• Experience with U.S. and foreign patent applications in biotechnology and pharmaceuticals.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, draft, and file patent applications with the USPTO.
• Draft and file responses to USPTO Actions.
• Evaluate the patentability of inventions and construe patent claims.
• Advise inventors, researchers, and attorneys on patentability and inventorship issues.
• Analyze technical documents and prepare legal analyses.
• Coordinate filing and prosecution of foreign patent applications.
• Prepare information disclosure statements and manage docketed deadlines.
• Conduct telephonic interviews with patent examiners.

Skills

Analytical skills

Technical research

Written communication

Verbal communication

Legal document drafting

Education

Ph.D. in Neurobiology, Neuroscience, or related life science field

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Patent Agent in Boston, Massachusetts, to perform patent-related activities within the life sciences field. The role involves preparing, drafting, and filing patent applications, evaluating patentability, and advising on inventorship issues.

Duties

• Prepare, draft, and file patent applications with the USPTO.
• Draft and file responses to USPTO Actions.
• Evaluate the patentability of inventions and construe patent claims.
• Advise inventors, researchers, and attorneys on patentability and inventorship issues.
• Analyze technical documents and prepare legal analyses.
• Coordinate filing and prosecution of foreign patent applications.
• Prepare information disclosure statements and manage docketed deadlines.
• Conduct telephonic interviews with patent examiners.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Neurobiology, Neuroscience, or related life science field.
• Two years of patent-related activities in life sciences.
• Experience in preparing, filing, and prosecuting patent applications.
• Ability to identify potential patent infringements.
• Experience supporting patent agents/attorneys in life sciences.
• Experience with U.S. and foreign patent applications in biotechnology and pharmaceuticals.

Education

• Ph.D. in Neurobiology, Neuroscience, or related field.

Certifications

• USPTO registration exam (if not already registered).

Skills

• Strong analytical and technical research skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency in preparing legal documents and summaries.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.