Patent Prosecution Partner (Life Sciences)
Jobot, Summit, NJ, United States
Partner-level role for a boutique patent firm
This Jobot Job is hosted by: Sherwin Souzankari
Salary: $180,000 - $300,000 per year
About us
We’re a boutique IP firm that’s looking to expand our Life Sciences practice.
Job Overview
We’re seeking an experienced Patent Prosecution Attorney with a strong background in life sciences to join a growing intellectual property team. This attorney will handle a wide range of patent prosecution matters for biotechnology, pharmaceutical, and related life sciences clients. The ideal candidate will have a demonstrated ability to attract and maintain client relationships, evidenced by a portable book of business exceeding $200K.
Why join us
- Firm resources
- Competitive compensation (base, bonus, and origination)
Job Details
- Manage domestic and international patent prosecution for clients in the biotech, pharmaceutical, and life sciences sectors
- Draft and prosecute patent applications involving biologics, diagnostics, therapeutics, and related technologies
- Provide strategic counseling on IP portfolio management, freedom-to-operate, and patentability issues
- Collaborate with inventors, R&D teams, and in-house counsel to develop robust IP strategies
- Support due diligence, licensing, and transactional matters related to IP assets
Requirements
- JD and admission to at least one U.S. state bar
- Registration to practice before the USPTO
- 5+ years of experience in patent prosecution with a focus on life sciences
- Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in biology, chemistry, biochemistry, molecular biology, or a related field strongly preferred
- Proven record of client development and management
- Book of business of at least $200K