Patent Prosecution Patent Agent - Junior to Midlevel

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

Job summary

Perkins Coie LLP in the United States seeks a Patent Prosecution Patent Agent to join multiple offices. The candidate should have at least 2 years of patent prosecution experience in life sciences, and be admitted to the USPTO.

The role involves drafting and prosecuting patent applications, handling opinions, due diligence, licensing support, and client counseling on life sciences projects at local and national levels. Advanced degree in biology, chemistry or biotech required.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of patent prosecution experience with life sciences.
• Advanced degree in biology, chemistry, or biotech.
• Admitted to the USPTO.
• Experience drafting and prosecuting patent applications.

Responsibilities

• Prosecute patent applications before USPTO and foreign offices.
• Provide opinions, due diligence, licensing support, and litigation assistance.
• Counsel clients on life sciences IP matters.

Skills

Patent prosecution

Life sciences

Legal research

Client counseling

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