Senior Life Sciences Patent Attorney — Fast-Paced Biotech/Pharma

Vanguard-IP; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 215,000 - 375,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanguard Intellectual Partners is seeking a Life Sciences Patent Associate in Baltimore, MD. The candidate should be a registered patent attorney with a PhD in biological sciences and experience in pharmaceutical and life sciences patents.

The role demands leadership, confidentiality, and collaboration in a fast-paced environment. Applicants will work with attorneys and clients from diverse backgrounds, contributing to high-stakes IP matters while maintaining rigorous standards and clear

Qualifications

• Registered patent attorneys with an advanced degree and research experience in biological sciences.
• Ph.D. in biological sciences (e.g., molecular or cell biology, microbiology, immunology, genetics, organic chemistry, or biochemistry).
• Superior academic record; strong analytical, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Prior law firm experience with patents in pharmaceutical and life sciences fields.
• Current registration in good standing with the USPTO.
• Prior patent experience (specialist, agent, or attorney).
• Leadership and team collaboration skills.
• Interest in developing relationship-building skills (internal and external).
• Experience working with attorneys, staff, and clients from diverse cultures and backgrounds.
• Highly motivated self-starter.
• Flexibility and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent law school credentials and references.

Skills

Ph.D. in Biological Sciences

USPTO registration

Leadership

Confidentiality

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Diversity & relationship-building

Research experience

Education

Ph.D. in Biological Sciences

Job description

Vanguard Intellectual Partners is seeking a Life Sciences Patent Associate in Baltimore, MD. The candidate should be a registered patent attorney with a PhD in biological sciences and experience in pharmaceutical and life sciences patents.

The role demands leadership, confidentiality, and collaboration in a fast-paced environment. Applicants will work with attorneys and clients from diverse backgrounds, contributing to high-stakes IP matters while maintaining rigorous standards and clear