Junior-Level Biotech IP Associate Attorney

1-4 yrs required

Full-time

No

Job Overview: A law firm in Boston, MA, is seeking a Junior-Level Biotech IP Associate Attorney with a strong technical background in the biological sciences. The ideal candidate will hold a . in Biology, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Immunology, or a related discipline, and be registered to practice before the . Patent and Trademark Office.

Duties:

• Draft and prosecute patent applications in the field of biotechnology.
• Conduct intellectual property due diligence and Freedom to Operate (FTO) analyses.
• Provide legal counsel and support on biotech IP matters.
• Collaborate with clients and senior attorneys on various legal projects.
• Research and analyze relevant legal issues and case law.

Requirements:

• . in Biology, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Immunology, or related field.
• Registered to practice before the . Patent and Trademark Office.
• 2 years of experience drafting and prosecuting patent applications.
• Desirable: Previous experience in a law firm setting.
• Excellent academic credentials.
• Outstanding organizational and communication skills (both written and oral).

Skills:

• Strong technical background in biological sciences.
• Proficiency in patent drafting and prosecution.
• Ability to conduct IP due diligence and FTO analyses.
• Legal research and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational abilities.

Education/Certifications:

• . in Biology, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Immunology, or related discipline.
• Registered to practice before the . Patent and Trademark Office.

Location: Boston, MA

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