Senior Associate, Counsel, or Junior Partner (IP) #22134 Washington, DC

Vanguard-IP; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanguard-IP is seeking a highly qualified candidate with advanced degrees in organic chemistry to draft and prosecute patent applications across synthetic organic chemistry, biochemistry, and pharmaceutical sciences. The role requires excellent research, writing, and communication skills and admission to practice before the USPTO and the relevant jurisdiction.

Ideal candidates will hold an MS or PhD in organic chemistry or a related field and have a strong academic record.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Ph.D. in organic chemistry or related field.
• Experience drafting and prosecuting patent applications in synthetic organic chemistry, biochemistry, and pharmaceutical sciences.
• Strong research, writing, and communication skills.
• Admitted to practice before the relevant jurisdiction and before the USPTO.

Skills

Research writing

Communication

Education

MS in Organic Chemistry

PhD in Organic Chemistry

Job description

Requirements

The ideal candidate will have prior experience drafting and prosecuting patent applications in the fields of synthetic organic chemistry, biochemistry, and pharmaceutical sciences. Applicants are expected to have a master’s or a Ph.D. degree in organic chemistry or related field. A strong academic background and excellent research, writing, and communication skills are essential for this role. Must be admitted to practice in the relevant jurisdiction as well as before the USPTO.