Associate Attorney Chemistry Patent Prosecution #ESF5130
Associate Attorney Chemistry Patent Prosecution #ESF5130
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$ 190000 - 230000
1 Vacancy
Job Description
- Fasttrack your legal career with clear growth and leadership opportunities!
- Work on the cutting edge of biotech pharma and chemistry innovation!
- Play a critical role in helping inventors protect groundbreaking discoveries!
- Join a collaborative mentorshipdriven team that values your expertise!
- Thrive in a culture that balances high performance with professional support!
- Enjoy standout benefits including 401(k) insurance and ample PTO!
Summary:
This is an exciting midlevel opportunity for a registered patent attorney with a PhD (or advanced degree) in chemistry or biochemistry and 3–5 years of patent prosecution experience. The ideal candidate brings technical depth in the life sciences sector and is eager to contribute to client innovation mentorship efforts and longterm pipeline planning. You’ll work with startups universities and global corporations to help secure and protect key IP assets.
What You’ll Do:
• Prepare file and prosecute U.S. and international patent applications
• Lead invention disclosure meetings and advise on IP strategy
• Communicate complex scientific concepts to legal and business stakeholders
• Manage client budgets and ensure timely highquality deliverables
• Mentor junior attorneys and contribute to team development
• Stay current on legal and scientific developments impacting patent law
Experience You’ll Need:
• 3–5 years of experience in patent prosecution within chemistry/life sciences
• PhD in chemistry biochemistry or a closely related field (Master’s with industry experience may be considered)
• Admission to the USPTO and license to practice law (Illinois preferred)
• Experience advising startups academic institutions and pharma clients
• Exceptional communication and client relationship skills
Why Join:
You’ll have a direct path to leadership and client ownership in a firm that values both technical and legal excellence. This role offers hybrid flexibility collaboration with toptier colleagues and opportunities to shape the future of the Life Science Practice Group. Enjoy generous benefits including 401(k) comprehensive insurance and paid time off.
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Employment Type
Full Time
