Scientific Analyst Intern

Morrison Foerster; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Morrison Foerster in Palo Alto is seeking a research intern for responsibilities related to preparing and prosecuting patent applications. Candidates should hold or be pursuing a Ph.D. in life sciences, plant biology, chemistry, or medicine, with excellent writing and analytical skills.

This internship can be full-time or part-time, requiring a minimum of 20 hours per week. The salary range is $40,000 for the part-time program and $80,000 for the full-time program.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. (completed or in progress) required in a relevant field.
• Outstanding writing and analytical skills; top academic credentials are essential.
• Internship period of 3 to 6 months, full-time or part-time.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and prosecuting patent applications.
• Contributing to prosecution strategy.
• Providing technical and legal research for U.S. Patent and Trademark Office matters.
• Supporting PTAB and litigation proceedings.

Skills

Writing skills

Analytical skills

Education

Ph.D. in life sciences, plant biology, chemistry, or medicine

Job description

Responsibilities

• Preparing and prosecuting patent applications
• Contributing to prosecution strategy
• Providing technical and legal research and analysis with respect to matters pending before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
• Providing technical support for PTAB and litigation proceedings

Requirements

• Ph.D. (completed or in progress) in life sciences, plant biology, chemistry, or medicine
• Outstanding writing and analytical skills; top academic credentials are essential
• Internship period – 3 to 6 months, full‑time or part‑time (part‑time program requires 20 hours/week)
• USPTO registration is not required

Salary and Locations

Boston, MA; Palo Alto, CA; and San Francisco, CA annual salary range: $40,000 (part‑time program); $80,000 (full‑time program).