Scientific Analyst Intern

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

Job summary

Morrison Foerster is seeking an intern in San Francisco to prepare and prosecute patent applications. Responsibilities include contributing to prosecution strategies and providing technical support in legal matters.

A Ph.D. in life sciences, plant biology, chemistry, or medicine is required. The internship lasts 3 to 6 months at a salary range of $40,000 for part-time and $80,000 for full-time.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. (completed or in progress) in life sciences, plant biology, chemistry, or medicine.
• Outstanding writing and analytical skills.
• Internship period – 3 to 6 months, full‑time or part‑time.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and prosecuting patent applications.
• Contributing to prosecution strategy.
• Providing technical and legal research and analysis.

Skills

Outstanding writing skills

Analytical skills

Technical support

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).