Patent Agent

1-10 yrs required

Full-time

No

Job Overview: A law firm in Philadelphia, PA, seeks a highly qualified and motivated Patent Agent to join their dynamic team. The ideal candidate should be a registered practitioner before the . Patent and Trademark Office with a . in Biology, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Immunology, or a related discipline.

Duties:

• Draft and prosecute patent applications in Biology, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Immunology, and related disciplines.
• Conduct intellectual property (IP) due diligence and freedom-to-operate (FTO) analyses.
• Collaborate with attorneys and clients to understand and meet their patent-related needs.
• Stay current on relevant legal and technological developments in intellectual property.

Requirements:

• Must be a registered practitioner before the . Patent and Trademark Office.
• . in Biology, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Immunology, or a related discipline is required.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in drafting and prosecuting patent applications.
• Desirable to have prior experience working in a law firm setting.
• Excellent academic credentials with a strong academic background.
• Exceptional organizational and communication skills, both written and oral.

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:

• Proficient in drafting and prosecuting patent applications.
• Strong analytical skills for conducting IP due diligence and FTO analyses.
• Excellent organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with legal teams and clients.

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