Patent Prosecution Patent Agent - Junior to Midlevel

Ashurst Perkins Coie Group; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 150,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

Ashurst Perkins Coie US LLP in Washington, DC seeks a Patent Prosecution Patent Agent with at least 2 years of life sciences patent experience to handle filings and strategy.

The role covers US and foreign patent office work, opinion practice, due diligence, licensing, and client counseling on life sciences projects; USPTO admission is required.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of patent prosecution experience with life sciences clients.
• Advanced degree in biology, chemistry or biotechnology.
• Admitted to the USPTO and able to handle US/foreign filings and related tasks.

Responsibilities

• Handle patent prosecution filings and strategy for life sciences clients.
• Engage in opinion work, due diligence, licensing and litigation support as needed.
• Counsel clients and support on a variety of life sciences projects.

Skills

Patent prosecution

Life sciences

Drafting patent applications

USPTO admitted

Education

Advanced degree in biology/chemistry/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