Patent Agent/Counsel - Hybrid

California, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: USD 180000 - 300000

Experience Required: 4-5years

Posted on: 16-08-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Our client an Am Law 100 firm is seeking a skilled Patent Agent or Patent Counsel with a strong technical background in biophysics biomedical engineering computational biology bioinformatics data science or AI/ML to join its IP Transactions and Patent Prosecution practice.

An advanced degree in a related field is preferred. This position offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge innovations in the life sciences and technology sectors while advising a global client base on strategic patent matters.

Key Responsibilities:

Draft and prosecute U.S. and international patent applications across all stages of the patent lifecycle.

Collaborate directly with inventors to take disclosures and translate technical concepts into strategic IP protection.

Conduct and analyze prior art searches to support patentability and freedom-to-operate assessments.

Communicate with clients and inventors to manage portfolios and ensure alignment with business and R&D goals.

Stay current on changes in U.S. and international patent laws and provide guidance on legal document drafting.

Key Qualifications:

Minimum 3 years of experience as a registered Patent Agent or Patent Counsel; 5 years preferred.

Technical background or degree in biophysics biomedical engineering computational biology bioinformatics data science or artificial intelligence/machine learning.

Demonstrated expertise in patent application drafting prosecution and patent strategy.

Strong communication skills with the ability to interact directly with clients and internal teams.

Excellent academic credentials and analytical capabilities.

Additional Requirements:

Must be registered to practice before the USPTO.

Attorney candidates must be admitted to the California Bar and in good standing.

This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic fast-paced environment with a team of highly regarded professionals representing innovative companies and research institutions on intellectual property strategy and protection.

Package Details:

Compensation:

Employees are entitled to compensation commensurate with skill and experience. The full-time base annual salary for this position is expected to range between $180000 and $250000 for Patent Agents and between $180000 and $300000 for Patent Attorneys.

This range represents the firms good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting for the position. Bonus opportunities are non-guaranteed and dependent upon individual and firm performance.