Patent Attorney - Chemistry PhD | Prosecution & Drafting

Beacon Hill; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Beacon Hill is seeking a Patent Attorney with a Chemistry PhD to join its Washington, DC office. The role focuses on patent drafting and prosecution for complex chemistry-related technologies, requiring strong technical and writing skills.

The ideal candidate has 1+ years of experience in patent prosecution, a JD with active bar membership, and USPTO registration. This position offers significant responsibility and close collaboration with leading clients in a sophisticated IP practice.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of substantive patent prosecution experience.
• Ph.D. required in chemistry, biochemistry, life sciences, pharmaceutical sciences, biotechnology, or related field.
• J.D. and active membership in at least one U.S. state bar.
• Active USPTO registration.
• Strong technical, analytical, and writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Patent drafting and prosecution.
• Prior art and patentability analysis.
• Inventor interaction and portfolio-related work.

Skills

Patent prosecution experience

Technical writing

Analytical skills

Education

PhD in Chemistry or related field

J.D. and active US state bar

Tools

USPTO registration

Job description

Beacon Hill is seeking a Patent Attorney with a Chemistry PhD to join its Washington, DC office. The role focuses on patent drafting and prosecution for complex chemistry-related technologies, requiring strong technical and writing skills.

The ideal candidate has 1+ years of experience in patent prosecution, a JD with active bar membership, and USPTO registration. This position offers significant responsibility and close collaboration with leading clients in a sophisticated IP practice.