Patent Prosecution - Technical Advisor or Patent Agent Biotech

BCG Attorney Search; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks a Technical Advisor or Patent Agent with a Ph.D. in the biological sciences for its Boston office to drive world-class IP portfolios.

You will work with scientists to draft and prosecute patent applications, coordinating with global associates to advance strategic filings. You will analyze literature and create robust patent strategies, perform landscapes and freedom-to-operate analyses, and collaborate on IP diligence for biotech investments and IPOs, shaping

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Immunology, Molecular Biology, Computational Biology, Protein Design or Structural Biology.
• Strong analytical skills to independently identify and analyze scientific issues.
• Proficient scientific writing ability.
• Strong communication skills to translate complex concepts.
• Excellent organizational skills with ability to manage priorities.
• Collaborative approach and team-oriented mindset.
• USPTO admission preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Drive management of global patent portfolios and coordinate prosecution with foreign associates.
• Draft compelling office action responses and prosecute patent applications.
• Collaborate with scientists to turn breakthrough ideas into strong patent filings.
• Analyze scientific literature, patents, and applications across diverse biological fields.
• Conduct patent landscapes and freedom-to-operate analyses to support strategy.
• Support IP diligence for biotech investments and capital markets transactions.
• Contribute to IP diligence for biotech IPOs and related securities offerings.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Excellent scientific writing

Clear communication

Collaborative

Education

Ph.D. in Immunology, Molecular Biology, Computational Biology, Protein Design, or Structural Biology

Job description

Overview

A law firm seeks a highly motivated Technical Advisor or Patent Agent with a Ph.D. in biological sciences to join their dynamic Boston office. This role offers the opportunity to work at the forefront of biotechnology, collaborating with leading innovators to build and strengthen valuable IP portfolios.

Responsibilities

• Drive the management of global patent portfolios, coordinating prosecution strategies with foreign associates.
• Draft compelling office action responses and skillfully prosecute patent applications.
• Partner directly with scientists and inventors to transform breakthrough ideas into strong patent applications.
• Analyze complex scientific literature, patents, and applications across diverse biological fields.
• Conduct patent landscape and freedom-to-operate analyses to support strategic decision-making.
• Collaborate with investors on IP diligence for high-impact investment opportunities.
• Contribute to IP diligence efforts for biotech IPOs and other sophisticated capital markets transactions.

Requirements

• Ph.D. degree in Immunology, Molecular Biology, Computational Biology, Protein Design, and Structural Biology or related fields.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to independently identify and analyze scientific and technical issues.
• Proficient scientific writing ability.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to translate complex scientific concepts for diverse audiences.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• A collaborative approach and enthusiasm for working in a team-driven environment.
• USPTO admission preferred (but not required).

Education

Ph.D. in relevant biological sciences.

Certifications

• USPTO admission preferred.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package.