Patent Agent - Life Sciences

BCG Attorney Search; Santa Monica (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare & Life Insurance

HSA & FSA

Wellbeing programs

Law school tuition assistance

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks a technology advisor or patent agent to join its life sciences patent practice in Santa Monica, CA. You will contribute to patent prosecution and counseling, drafting patent applications and responses, and supporting post-grant procedures at the USPTO.

The role requires strong scientific background in biotechnology, superb communication, and the ability to work well with others in a team-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or M.D. in life sciences or related field required.
• Strong analytical and scientific writing abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct prior art searches for patentability and freedom to operate analyses.
• Analyze patents and papers to assist prosecution, counseling, and litigation.
• Draft patent applications and responses to office actions.
• Engage in post-grant procedures at the USPTO.

Skills

Biotechnology knowledge

Patent drafting

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Ph.D. or M.D. in relevant scientific field

Tools

USPTO patent agent registration

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a technology advisor or patent agent for their life sciences patent practice in Santa Monica, CA. The ideal candidate will join a dynamic team focused on patent prosecution and counseling within the life sciences sector.

Duties

• Conduct prior art database searches for patentability and freedom to operate analyses.
• Analyze patents and scientific papers to assist patent attorneys on prosecution, counseling, and litigation.
• Draft patent applications and responses to office actions.
• Participate in post-grant procedures at the USPTO.

Requirements

• Ph.D. or M.D. with research experience in Cellular & Molecular Biology, Immunology, Genetics, Biochemistry, Bioengineering, or related field.
• Superb technical, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Broad scientific knowledge in biotechnology.
• Initiative, fast learner, and ability to work well with others.
• Registered USPTO patent agent or eligible to sit for the USPTO registration exam.

Education

• Ph.D. or M.D. in relevant scientific field.

Certifications

• USPTO patent agent registration or eligibility.

Skills

• Strong analytical and research skills.
• Excellent communication and drafting abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Benefits

• Healthcare and Life Insurance.
• Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Wellbeing programs.
• Law school tuition assistance for qualified candidates.