Patent Agent (Molecular Biology)

The ideal candidate will have: 3–5 years of experience preparing and prosecuting patent applications, a degree in molecular biology or a related scientific discipline, and registration with the USPTO.

Responsibilities: Draft and prosecute patent applications and responses to USPTO office actions. Collaborate with attorneys on patent preparation and prosecution matters. Prepare instructions to foreign patent agents in response to office actions. Conduct patentability studies and prepare related assessments. Provide technical support for opinions, due diligence projects, and litigation. Maintain a thorough understanding of relevant products and technical developments.

Requirements: 3–5 years of experience preparing and prosecuting patent applications. Bachelor's degree in molecular biology or a related scientific discipline; a master's degree is preferred. Registration with the USPTO.Excellent written and verbal communication, research, analytical, and organizational skills. Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience in patent litigation, opinions, licensing, patent due diligence, and/or patent prosecution.

Compensation: $120,000–$225,000 annually, depending on geographic market, experience, qualifications, and other relevant factors.