Life Sciences Patent Agent

1-3 yrs required

Full-time

No

Job Overview: A law firm in San Francisco, CA, is seeking a Life Sciences Patent Agent to join their team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for preparing, filing, and prosecuting patent applications in the field of life sciences, with a focus on molecular biology, cell biology, and biochemistry. The role also involves conducting prior art searches, patentability analysis, and engaging in practice development activities.

Job Details:

Duties:

• Prepare, file, and prosecute patent applications before the US Patent and Trademark Office.
• Conduct prior art searches and analyze relevant technical documents.
• Perform 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.
• Convert prior provisional applications into utility applications.
• Convert foreign-filed applications into . applications.
• Convert . applications into foreign applications.

Requirements:

• Hold an advanced degree (Masters or PhD) in a biological field, including Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Microbiology, or Biomedical Engineering, with excellent academic credentials.
• Possess a minimum of 1 year of experience as a practicing patent agent in the field of life sciences.
• Be registered to practice before the . Patent and Trademark Office.

Education:

• Advanced degree (Masters or PhD) in a biological field.

Certifications:

• Registered to practice before the . Patent and Trademark Office.

Skills:

• Proficiency in patent preparation, filing, and prosecution.
• In-depth knowledge and expertise in life sciences, particularly in molecular biology, cell biology, and biochemistry.
• Ability to perform prior art searches and analyze scientific and technical documents.
• Strong communication skills for client correspondence.
• Experience in converting patent applications between provisional, foreign, and . applications.
• Practice development and client relationship-building skills.

Benefits offered: The firm offers a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits, including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave.

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