Patent Agent - Life Sciences

Full-time

No

H1: Join the Global Law Firm of Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP as a Patent Agent in Life Sciences
H2: Prepare, File, and Prosecute Patent Applications for Leading Clients in Philadelphia, PA

Summary:
Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP, a top global law firm, is seeking a Patent Agent with an advanced degree in a biological field and at least one year of experience in life sciences. This individual will be responsible for preparing, filing, and prosecuting patent applications before the US Patent and Trademark Office. The position is located in Philadelphia, PA and will involve working closely with partners in the Intellectual Property Practice Group to provide high quality legal services to domestic and foreign clients.

Salary Information:
- Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications
- Excellent benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), and more

Job Title:
Patent Agent - Life Sciences

Experience Information:
- Advanced degree (Masters or PhD) in a biological field
- At least one year of experience as a practicing patent agent in the field of life sciences
- Registered to practice before the . Patent and Trademark Office

Responsibilities:
- Prepare, file, and prosecute patent applications before the US Patent and Trademark Office
- Perform prior art searches and analysis
- Conduct patentability analysis and IP due diligence
- Engage in practice development activities to build and maintain client relationships
- Prepare substantive client correspondence
- Instruct local counsel for foreign filings and Office Actions
- Assist in patent clearance studies and other patent-related opinion projects
- Ability to apply advanced concepts in any life sciences field, with particular emphasis and/or expertise in molecular biology, cell biology, and/or biochemistry
- Study and analyze scientific or technical documents, including previously published patent documents, to assess patentability, novelty, and inventiveness
- Convert prior provisional applications into utility applications
- Convert foreign filed applications into . applications
- Convert . applications into foreign applications

Education and Experience:
- Advanced degree (Masters or PhD) in a biological field with excellent academic credentials
- At least one year of experience as a practicing patent agent in the field of life sciences
- Registered to practice before the . Patent and Trademark Office
- Excellent writing and research abilities
- Proficiency in written and verbal communication
- Strong organizational skills

Location:
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Type:
Full time

Company:
Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP

Department:
Intellectual Property Practice Group

How to Apply:


Extra Information:
- This position will be supervised by an intellectual property partner but will have daily contact and guidance from all partners in the practice group.
- The Patent Agent will work to protect inventions in a manner that is consistent with his/her technical merit.
- Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities.
- We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
- Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
- California Applicants: The Firm's California Consumer Privacy Act Privacy Notice for Candidates can be found on our website and explains the categories of personal information that we collect and the purposes for which we use such personal information.
- Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP is also an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
- If you are interested in applying for employment with Morgan Lewis and need special assistance or an accommodation to use our website or to apply for a position, please contact Talent Acquisition at .
- Morgan, Lewis & Bockius, LLP reasonably accommodates applicants and employees who need them to perform the essential functions of the job because of disability, religious belief, or other reason protected by applicable law. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact Talent Acquisition at .

Bullet Points:
- Join the award-winning Intellectual Property Practice Group at Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP
- Responsible for preparing, filing, and prosecuting patent applications before the USPTO
- Located in the strategic hub of Philadelphia, PA
- Daily contact and guidance from all partners in the practice group
- Opportunity to work with domestic and foreign clients
- Competitive salary and excellent benefits package
- Advanced degree in a biological field required
- At least one year of experience as a practicing patent agent in life sciences
- Registered to practice before the USPTO
- Strong writing and research abilities, as well as proficiency in communication and organization
- Commitment to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities
- Diversity and inclusion valued and encouraged in the workplace
- Consideration for employment for qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records
- California Applicants: Privacy notice available on website explaining the categories of personal information collected and used for candidates
- Special assistance or accommodations available for applicants with disabilities during the application process
- Morgan, Lewis & Bockius, LLP is an equal opportunity employer.

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Patent prosecution, prior art searches, patentability analysis, IP due diligence, client relationship building, written and verbal communication, organizational skills

Advanced degree (Masters or PhD) in a biological field

Qualified candidates must apply online by visiting our website at and selecting “Careers.”

Qualification and Experience Advanced degree (Masters or PhD) in a biological field, registered to practice before the USPTO

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