Patent Agent Organic Chemistry

BCG Attorney Search; Salt Lake City (UT); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision coverage

FSA/HSA options

401(k) with company contribution

Unlimited PTO + 10 holidays

Flexible remote work policy

Mentorship and professional growth

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking a Junior to Midlevel Patent Agent to join the Life Sciences subgroup of the Intellectual Property practice in Salt Lake City, UT. The role requires 3+ years of patent prosecution experience and the ability to draft patent applications.

A Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry or a related life-science field is preferred, along with admission to the USPTO. You will collaborate with a team of legal professionals and advise clients in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of patent prosecution experience.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Strong legal judgment and business strategy skills.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Draft and prosecute patent applications.
• Collaborate with a team of legal professionals.
• Communicate effectively with clients.
• Adapt to a fast-paced work environment.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal and communicat

Discretion with confidential info

Problem-solving and decision-making

Education

Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry or related field

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Junior to Midlevel Patent Agent to join the Life Sciences subgroup of the Intellectual Property practice group in Salt Lake City, UT. The candidate must have over three years of patent prosecution experience and the ability to draft patent applications. A Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry or a related life-science field is preferred, along with admission to the USPTO.

Duties

• Draft and prosecute patent applications.


• Collaborate with a team of legal professionals.


• Communicate effectively with clients.


• Adapt to a fast-paced work environment.

Requirements

• 3+ years of patent prosecution experience.


• Ability to work independently and in a team.


• Strong legal judgment and business strategy skills.


• Excellent communication skills.

Education

Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry or related field preferred.

Certifications

Admission to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) preferred.

Skills

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.


• Ability to manage confidential information with discretion.


• Problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision care.


• Flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts.


• 401(k) with company contribution.


• Unlimited PTO plus 10 paid holidays.


• Flexible remote work policy.


• Professional growth and mentorship programs.