Patent Agent (Chemistry)

Success Matcher Recruitment

Boston (MA)

On-site

USD 150,000 - 210,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

Success Matcher Recruitment in the United States is seeking a highly skilled patent attorney with a Ph.D. in Chemistry to prepare and prosecute U.S. patent applications.

You will contribute to prosecution strategies and work closely with scientists and attorneys on complex matters. The role requires USPTO registration, 3–5 years of patent prosecution experience, and exceptional writing and analytical abilities.

Qualifications

  • Ph.D. in Chemistry is required.
  • USPTO registration is required.
  • 3–5 years of patent prosecution experience.
  • Exceptional writing, analytical, and research skills.
  • Strong academic credentials.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and prosecute U.S. patent applications.
  • Contribute to patent prosecution and intellectual property strategies.
  • Conduct technical and legal research related to matters before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
  • Provide technical support for PTAB proceedings and patent litigation matters.

Skills

Exceptional writing
Analytical skills
Research skills

Education

Ph.D. in Chemistry
USPTO registration

Job description

Why Consider This Opportunity?
  • Work alongside leading patent attorneys, scientists, and technical professionals with advanced scientific backgrounds
  • Advise clients on cutting‑edge innovations and intellectual property strategies
  • Gain exposure to sophisticated patent prosecution, portfolio development, PTAB matters, and related proceedings
  • Collaborate with clients ranging from emerging companies to global industry leaders
  • Join a firm known for excellence, mentorship, and long‑term career development
Key Responsibilities
  • Prepare and prosecute U.S. patent applications
  • Contribute to patent prosecution and intellectual property strategies
  • Conduct technical and legal research related to matters before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
  • Provide technical support for PTAB proceedings and patent litigation matters
Qualifications
  • Ph.D. in Chemistry required
  • USPTO registration required
  • 3–5 years of patent prosecution experience
  • Exceptional writing, analytical, and research skills
  • Strong academic credentials

This is an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated patent professional seeking to work on complex, high-impact matters within a collaborative and intellectually stimulating environment.

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