About the job Patent Agent (Biological Sciences) | Boston, MA
About Hunt Hive Talent
Hunt Hive Talent connects exceptional professionals with prestigious firms, offering tailored recruitment services. We are excited to present an opportunity for a Patent Agent Biological Sciences in Boston, MA with a top-tier Am Law 100 firm renowned for its comprehensive patent practice.
The Opportunity
A top tier Am Law 100 firm is seeking a Patent Agent Biological Sciences with a Ph.D. in the biological sciences to join its Boston headquarters. This position will focus on patent prosecution, freedom-to-operate analysis, and due diligence, with a particular emphasis on innovative biotechnology. You'll be involved in procuring patent protection and building IP portfolios for cutting-edge biotech technologies.
Key Responsibilities
- Patent Prosecution: Draft and prosecute patent applications, responding to office actions, and coordinating with foreign associates in various jurisdictions.
- Collaboration with Scientists and Inventors: Work closely with scientists and inventors to draft high-quality patent applications from invention disclosures and interviews.
- Patent Landscaping & Freedom-to-Operate Analysis: Conduct detailed patent landscape and freedom-to-operate searches, supporting IP analysis.
- IP Due Diligence: Support investors and conduct IP diligence for biotech investments, IPOs, and capital market transactions.
- Client Interaction: Provide clients with strategic guidance on patent protection, portfolio management, and IP enforcement.
Qualifications
- Education: Ph.D. in Immunology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or related biological sciences fields.
- Experience:
- Minimum of 2 years of patent prosecution experience is preferred.
- Experience drafting patent applications from invention disclosure forms or inventor interviews.
- Technical Skills: Strong ability to analyze complex scientific concepts and present them clearly to both scientific and non-scientific stakeholders.
- USPTO Admission: Required.
- Organizational Skills: Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities, stay organized, and manage competing deadlines.
- Collaboration: Excellent team collaboration skills and the ability to work effectively with colleagues in cross-functional teams.
Why This Firm?
- Compensation: Competitive salary range of $150,000 to $250,000, plus eligibility for bonuses.
- Growth Potential: Work alongside a leading patent team with opportunities for professional development.
- Work-Life Balance: Hybrid work model with approximately 60% in-office presence.
- Comprehensive Benefits: A complete benefits package designed to support your well-being and career goals.
How to Apply
Are you ready to advance your patent career in biotechnology?
- Submit your resume to recruiting@hunthivetalent.com.
- Subject Line: "Patent Agent Boston, MA"
- For more details, visit www.hunthivetalent.com.
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