Our client is seeking a Seattle-based associate with at least two years of patent prosecution experience supporting life sciences clients. This opportunity combines U.S. and foreign patent office practice with opinion work, due diligence, licensing, litigation support, and client counseling.
The Work
- Draft and prosecute patent applications for life sciences clients, developing experience across the patent application lifecycle.
- Handle U.S. and foreign patent office practice, working across domestic and international prosecution matters.
- Contribute to opinion work and due diligence on a range of life sciences-focused projects.
- Support licensing matters and litigation-related work involving life sciences clients.
- Counsel clients on varied projects, applying technical and legal knowledge to their intellectual property needs.
- Work on sophisticated matters at both local and national levels in a highly supportive team environment.
What You Bring
- At least two years of patent prosecution experience working with life sciences clients.
- Experience drafting and prosecuting patent applications.
- An advanced degree in biology, chemistry, or a biotechnical discipline.
- Admission to the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
- Excellent academic credentials.
- Capability to contribute to opinion work, due diligence, licensing, litigation support, and client counseling on life sciences-focused projects.
Why Consider It
This role offers a broad mix of U.S. and foreign patent office practice, client counseling, opinions, due diligence, licensing, and litigation support.
Associates can work on sophisticated life sciences matters at local and national levels in a highly supportive environment.
Compensation & Benefits
The position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus and includes 401(k), medical, dental and vision insurance, personal medical and parental leave, paid holidays, and family care benefits.
The stated annual compensation range is $235,000–$365,000.
Confidentiality
This is a confidential opportunity. Contact Advocates Legal Recruiting to discuss the role and receive additional details about the client and team. All inquiries will be handled confidentially.