IP Litigation Associate or Partner #22063 San Diego

Vanguard-IPSan Diego, CA
Onsite

About The Position

This position is for an IP Litigation Associate or Partner with a specialization in intellectual property and patent law. The role requires a strong scientific background and experience in patent prosecution, particularly within the therapeutics sector. The ideal candidate will be adept at managing patent portfolios, providing client counsel, and conducting freedom-to-operate analyses. This role demands a high level of analytical skill, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities. Excellent communication, professionalism, and a collaborative spirit are crucial, as is the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Requirements

  • Ph.D. in Chemistry, Biology, Molecular Biology, or a related life sciences discipline
  • Admission to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office
  • Minimum of five years of patent prosecution experience in the therapeutics space
  • Highly analytical
  • Detail-oriented
  • Able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong communication skills
  • Professionalism
  • Collaborative mindset
  • Comfortable working independently while contributing as a member of a team

Nice To Haves

  • Experience with patent portfolio management
  • Client counseling experience
  • Freedom-to-operate analyses experience

Responsibilities

  • Patent prosecution in the therapeutics space
  • Patent portfolio management
  • Client counseling
  • Freedom-to-operate analyses

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What This Job Offers

Job Type

Full-time

Career Level

Mid Level

Education Level

Ph.D. or professional degree

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