Patent Agent Biotechnology

Marina Sirras & Associates LLC; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal recruiting firm is looking for a Patent Agent for its IP practice, with a salary range of $125k to $200k. Ideal candidates will have 2-5 years of patent counseling experience, including preparation and prosecution expertise, and a PhD in Biotechnology, Chemistry, or a related field. Candidates must possess excellent legal writing and research skills, with authorization to work in the U.S. The role is available across multiple cities including Washington, DC.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of patent counseling experience, including preparation and prosecution experience.
• Experience drafting and prosecuting domestic and international patent applications.
• Experience preparing patent opinions preferred.

Skills

Patent counseling experience

Drafting patent applications

Legal writing and research skills

Communication skills

Education

PhD in Biotechnology, Chemistry, 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.