Remote Molecular Biology Patent Agent

DLA Piper; Washington, Baltimore (District of Columbia, MD); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Remote / Work-from-home

Job summary

DLA Piper is actively seeking a Patent Agent with 3-5 years of experience to join its Patent Development and Strategy Group in multiple offices including DC. Candidates must have a degree in molecular biology or related field and USPTO registration.

Experience in litigation, opinions, licensing, due diligence, and prosecution is preferred. Roles include drafting patent applications and responses, collaborating with attorneys, and guiding foreign patent agents on actions.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and research skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with attention to detail.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to resolve complex issues.

Responsibilities

• Drafts patent applications.
• Drafts responses to USPTO office actions.
• Works closely with attorneys for patent preparation and prosecution.
• Drafts instructions to foreign patent agents in response to office actions.
• Maintains understanding of products and technical developments.
• Conducts patentability studies and related assessments.
• Provides technical support for opinions, diligence projects and litigation.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

communication

research

attention to detail

analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in technical/scientific field

4 year / Bachelor's Degree

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

DLA Piper is actively seeking a Patent Agent with 3-5 years of experience to join its Patent Development and Strategy Group in multiple offices including DC. Candidates must have a degree in molecular biology or related field and USPTO registration.

Experience in litigation, opinions, licensing, due diligence, and prosecution is preferred. Roles include drafting patent applications and responses, collaborating with attorneys, and guiding foreign patent agents on actions.