Patent Agent - Biotechnology

BCG Attorney Search; New York (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

Profit-sharing and generous paid time

Flexible reimbursement account for лич

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks an experienced patent attorney or agent with biotechnology expertise for our New York office. The role focuses on drafting and prosecuting patent applications and managing biotechnology patent portfolios.

Ideal candidates will have five years of in vitro diagnostic assay experience, immunoassays, CRISPR-based assays, and nucleic acid sequencing, plus USPTO registration for agents or active bar admission for attorneys.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of experience in patent preparation and prosecution.
• Experience with in vitro diagnostic assays, immunoassays, CRISPR-based assays, and nucleic acid sequencing.
• Familiarity with patent databases and search tools.

Responsibilities

• Draft and prosecute patent applications in biotechnology.
• Manage patent portfolios effectively.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Project management

Education

MS/PhD in molecular biology

BS with significant post-graduate experience

Tools

Patent databases and search tools

Job description

Overview

A law firm seeks a patent agent or patent attorney with expertise in biotechnology for their New York office. The candidate should have a minimum of five years of experience in preparing and prosecuting patent applications, particularly in the field of in vitro diagnostic assays.

Responsibilities

• Draft and prosecute patent applications in biotechnology.
• Manage patent portfolios effectively.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Requirements

• Minimum of five years of experience in patent preparation and prosecution.
• Experience with in vitro diagnostic assays, immunoassays, CRISPR-based assays, and nucleic acid sequencing.
• Familiarity with patent databases and search tools.

Education

• M.S. or Ph.D. in molecular biology or a related discipline preferred.
• B.S. in a relevant field with significant post-graduate experience considered.

Certifications

• Active registration with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office required for patent agents.
• Active bar admission in California or New York required for patent attorneys.

Skills

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Capability to manage multiple projects and shifting priorities.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Profit-sharing and generous paid time off.
• Flexible reimbursement account for personal well-being expenses.