Patent Prosecution Patent Agent - Junior to Midlevel

Ashurst Perkins Coie Group; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

Ashurst Perkins Coie US LLP is seeking a Patent Prosecution Patent Agent in multiple offices. The role requires at least 2 years of patent prosecution experience with life sciences clients and an advanced degree in biology, chemistry, or a biotechnical discipline. The candidate must be admitted to the USPTO.

The position involves U.S. and foreign office practice, opinion work, due diligence, licensing, litigation support, and client counseling on life sciences projects at local and national

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Draft and prosecute patent applications for life sciences inventions.
• Provide opinion work, due diligence, licensing, and litigation support on life sciences projects.
• Counsel clients and manage matters at both local and national levels.

Skills

Patent prosecution

Drafting patent applications

Life sciences focus

Education

Advanced degree in biology, chemistry or biotechnology

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