Mid-Senior Biotech IP Associate Attorney

2-13 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm based in Philadelphia, PA, is actively seeking a Mid-Senior Biotech IP Associate Attorney with 3-8 years of experience in drafting and prosecuting patent applications. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in evaluating patent portfolios, conducting due diligence investigations, and providing valuable legal counsel in the field of biotechnology. The candidate should be a registered practitioner before the . Patent and Trademark Office and hold a . in Biology, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Immunology, or a related discipline.

Duties:

• Draft and prosecute patent applications in the biotech sector, ensuring adherence to legal standards and client objectives.
• Evaluate and analyze patent portfolios, providing strategic advice to clients on intellectual property matters.
• Conduct due diligence investigations related to biotech IP, assessing risks and opportunities.
• Collaborate with clients to understand their business objectives and align legal strategies accordingly.
• Stay abreast of developments in biotechnology, patent law, and related fields to inform legal advice.

Requirements:

• 3-8 years of relevant experience in drafting and prosecuting patent applications in biotechnology.
• Registration to practice before the . Patent and Trademark Office is mandatory.
• . in Biology, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Immunology, or a related discipline.
• Desirable: Prior experience in a law firm environment.
• Excellent academic credentials reflecting a strong background in biotech and patent law.

Education:

• . in Biology, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Immunology, or a related discipline.

Certifications:

• Must be registered to practice before the . Patent and Trademark Office.

Skills:

• Strong legal research and analytical skills.
• Outstanding organizational and communication skills (written and oral).
• Leadership skills with the ability to work effectively within a team.
• Comfortable working directly with clients and providing strategic legal advice.
• In-depth knowledge of biotechnology, patent law, and related regulatory landscape.

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