Patent Agent Biotechnology

Marina Sirras & Associates LLC; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious law recruiting firm is seeking a skilled Patent Agent for its practice in Boston and other major cities across the U.S. Ideal candidates should have 2-5 years of experience in patent counseling, specifically with a background in domestic and international applications, and hold a PhD in biotechnology or a related field. The salary range for this position is competitive, between $125k to $200k, and all candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of patent counseling experience, preferably in a law firm.
• Experience with domestic and international patent applications.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Skills

Patent counseling experience

Drafting and prosecuting patent applications

Legal writing and research

Oral communication skills

Education

PhD in biotechnology or related field

Job description

Our client is a major Am law 100 firm, seeking a Patent Agent for its IP Chemical, Biotech and Pharmaceutical Practice in Boston, Madison, Milwaukee, New York, San Diego, San Francisco, Silicon Valley, or Washington, DC. The salary for this position is between $125k to $200k.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of patent counseling experience, including preparation and prosecution experience. Law firm experience is strongly preferred.
• Experience drafting and prosecuting domestic and international patent applications.
• Experience preparing patent opinions preferred.
• PhD in the biotechnology field (i.e. Molecular Biology, Immunology, or Genetics), Chemistry, or a related field.
• Excellent legal writing and research skills, academics, and written and oral communication skills.
• All candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S.

About Us

Marina Sirras & Associates LLC is a boutique legal recruiting firm committed to connecting exceptional legal talent with top-tier law firms and in-house legal departments nationwide. With decades of experience and a personalized, relationship-driven approach, we take pride in understanding the unique needs of both our clients and candidates.

We are a proud member of the National Association of Legal Search Consultants (NALSC) and strictly adhere to the NALSC Code of Ethics. Marina Sirras, our founder, is a former President and Chairperson of the organization, reflecting our longstanding commitment to integrity and professionalism in legal recruiting.

To learn more about our team and services, please visit us at www.lawseek.com.