Biotech Patent Agent
About The Position
This dynamic law firm is seeking an experienced Biotech Patent Agent from a top U.S. law firm with a superb biotechnology and life sciences background. Professional Growth: You will have the opportunity to collaborate with multiple partners across various offices and work on patent matters other than just Prep & Pros. Firm provides a high level of mentorship and training within a collegial environment. Multiple locations are available, Responsibilities: Respond to U.S. office actions with the USPTO Conduct prior art and freedom-to-operate searches for patentability and freedom-to-operate analysis Draft high-quality U.S. patent applications Be an integral member of the team and invest in attorneys with both mentorship and professional growth Qualifications: Ideal candidates will have a Biology-related PhD Must be eligible for USPTO admissions Superior academic credentials required Outstanding writing ability is required 3+ years of top law firm patent prosecution experience in a broad range of biology applications which may include molecular and cellular biology, Genetics, and/or Immunology. Anticipated Base Salary Range The anticipated base salary range is $120,000-160,000 per year. Actual salary will depend on several factors including but not limited to qualifications, job-related skills, and relevant experience. Job Order 700 If you meet the criteria set forth in this posting, please apply in confidence. Only those candidates meeting the criteria will be contacted. If you are seeking a patent position nationally, please do not hesitate to contact us. MNF Global is owned by former practicing attorney Mark Fishman. He has owned this legal search firm for 17 years.
Requirements
- Ideal candidates will have a Biology-related PhD
- Must be eligible for USPTO admissions
- Superior academic credentials required
- Outstanding writing ability is required
- 3-6 years of top law firm patent prosecution experience in a broad range of biology applications which may include molecular and cellular biology, Genetics, and/or Immunology.
Responsibilities
- Respond to U.S. office actions with the USPTO
- Conduct prior art and freedom-to-operate searches for patentability and freedom-to-operate analysis
- Draft high-quality U.S. patent applications
- Be an integral member of the team and invest in attorneys with both mentorship and professional growth
Benefits
- Group Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Employee and Dependent Medical Flexible Spending
- Health Savings Accounts
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability Program
- Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Parental Benefits: Leave and Mindful Return
- Bright Horizons-Back-Up Child, Adult, and Elder Care
- 401(K), Profit Sharing and Vesting
- Fitness Center Membership
- Voluntary Pet Insurance
- Moving Expense Reimbursement
- Bar Fees and Related Expenses
- CLE
- Holiday and Paid Time Off
- Bonuses
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
