Patent Prosecution Patent Agent - Junior to Midlevel

Ashurst Perkins Coie Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

Ashurst Perkins Coie, US LLP, a leading international law firm, seeks a Patent Prosecution Patent Agent to join multiple offices. The role focuses on drafting and prosecuting patent applications for life sciences clients and supporting related office actions.

We require at least two years of patent prosecution experience, an advanced degree in biology, chemistry, or biotechnology, and USPTO admission. The position involves US and foreign practice, opinions, due diligence, licensing, litigation

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of patent prosecution experience with life sciences clients.
• Advanced degree in biology, chemistry, or a biotech discipline.
• Admitted to the USPTO.

Responsibilities

• Draft and prosecute patent applications for life sciences inventions.
• Provide patent office practice guidance in US and foreign jurisdictions.
• Contribute to opinions, due diligence, licensing, litigation support, and client counseling.

Skills

Patent prosecution experience

USPTO admission

Life sciences experience

Education

Advanced degree in biology/chemistry/biotech

Job description

Job Description

One of Fortune’s Best Places to Work, Ashurst Perkins Coie, US LLP, a leading international law firm, is seeking a Patent Prosecution Patent Agent in multiple offices. We have created a firm culture that is based on collaboration, dedication to serving our clients and mutual respect.

We are seeking a patent agent with at least 2 years of patent prosecution experience working with life sciences clients. Candidates must have excellent academic credentials, experience drafting and prosecuting patent applications and an advanced degree in a biology, chemistry or a biotechnical discipline. The position will entail U.S. and foreign patent office practice as well as opinion work, due diligence, licensing, litigation support, and client counseling on a variety of life sciences focused projects. Candidates must be admitted to the USPTO.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly supportive working environment while handling sophisticated matters at both a local and a national level. Follow our Linked In Page or view the Firm Overview on our website for more information.

Salary Range: $150,000 to $225,000