Patent Agent – Life Sciences #22043 Washington, DC

Vanguard-IP; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanguard-IP, a top-rated IP Boutique Firm in Washington D.C., is seeking a qualified candidate with a Bachelor's in Organic Chemistry and admission to the USPTO. The ideal candidate will have prior law firm experience in patent prosecution and possess strong interpersonal skills and a solid work ethic.

The firm is recognized by Vault as one of the Top 10 Best Mid-Size Law Firms to Work For and is noted for its busy patent prosecution practices in life sciences and high tech.

Qualifications

• Admission to the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is required.
• Prior law firm patent preparation and prosecution experience is essential.
• Strong commitment to providing exceptional client service.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Strong work ethic

Sound judgment

Inquisitive nature

Ability to juggle multiple responsibilities

Education

Bachelor's in Organic Chemistry

Job description

A top-rated IP Boutique Firm.

Per Vault: Top 10 Best Mid-Size Law Firms to Work For.

Solid patent prosecution practice, with high activity in the life sciences and high tech.

Very busy at the PTAB and ITC.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's in Organic Chemistry is required
• Admission to the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is required
• Prior law firm patent preparation and prosecution experience
• Sound judgment, maturity, and an inquisitive nature with a strong work ethic paired with the ability to juggle multiple job responsibilities
• Interpersonal skills necessary to work effectively with business leaders, attorneys, scientists, engineers, inventors, and patent examiners
• A demonstrated commitment to providing exceptional client service, and a creative and strategic approach to prosecution