Senior Associate, Counsel, or Junior Partner (IP) #22136 Chicago

Vanguard-IP; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanguard-IP in the United States seeks a patent attorney or agent with proven experience drafting and prosecuting patent applications in synthetic organic chemistry, biochemistry, and pharmaceutical sciences.

You should hold a master’s or Ph.D. in organic chemistry or a related field, demonstrate a strong academic record, and possess excellent research, writing, and communication skills. Admission to practice before the USPTO is required.

Qualifications

• Experience drafting and prosecuting patent applications in synthetic organic chemistry, biochemistry, and pharmaceutical sciences.
• Strong academic background with excellent research, writing, and communication skills.
• Must be admitted to practice in the relevant jurisdiction as well as before the USPTO.

Skills

Patent drafting

Patent prosecution

Research writing

Communication skills

Education

Master's or 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.