Patent Associate – Life Sciences

Job Ref

88142

Location

New York

Salary

US$220,000 - US$310,000 Per Annum

Employment Type

Permanent

Exciting Opportunity: Life Sciences Patent Attorney

Are you ready to spark joy in your career while making a meaningful impact in the world of life sciences? Join the vibrant Life Sciences patent group at a top-tier law firm, where innovation meets opportunity! This is your chance to dive into cutting-edge work, collaborate with brilliant minds, and grow in a supportive, collaborative environment.

Office locations: CA, CO, DC, MA, NY, UT
Salary range: $220,000–$315,000

What You’ll Do:

  • Create and Protect Innovation: Draft and prosecute patent applications that shape the future of life sciences.
  • Advise with Impact: Prepare patent opinion letters and provide IP counseling to global clients, helping them navigate complex IP landscapes.
  • Drive Transactions: Conduct patent due diligence for high-stakes business deals, ensuring clients’ IP assets shine.
  • Lead: Supervise junior attorneys and patent agents, fostering a collaborative, inclusive team spirit.
  • Learn from the Best: Gain hands-on experience early, with comprehensive training and mentorship from industry leaders.

Seeking spirited candidates who bring enthusiasm and expertise to the table:

  • Experience: 1–5 years of patent prosecution experience in a law firm setting.
  • Credentials: Patent bar membership and an advanced degree (Ph.D. or Master’s) in fields like cell or molecular biology, immunology, biochemistry, bioinformatics, organic chemistry, medicinal chemistry, cancer biology, pharmacology, biophysics, etc.
  • Skills: Stellar verbal, written, and interpersonal skills, paired with top-notch academic credentials.
  • Passion: A love for innovation, collaboration, and making a difference in life sciences.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

  • Competitive Compensation: Salary range of $220,000–$315,000, based on your experience level, plus discretionary merit bonuses to reward your brilliance.
  • Monthly wellness reimbursements to support your health and happiness.
  • Comprehensive healthcare for you, your spouse/domestic partner, and children up to age 26.
  • Family-building support, including IVF, adoption, surrogacy, and egg-freezing.
  • Generous paid parental leave, plus parenting concierge and telemedicine services.
  • Parents and caregivers resource group for community and support.
  • In-home and center-based back-up childcare, plus tutoring and college coaching for older kids.
  • Health Savings Accounts with firm contribution.
  • Flexible spending accounts and pretax commuter/parking benefits.
  • 401(k) retirement plan, basic/supplemental life insurance, and short/long-term disability.
  • Voluntary insurance options (long-term care, critical illness, ID theft, pet insurance).
  • Firm-paid CLE, bar review fees, and bar dues.
  • Opportunities to shine through early responsibility and global client work.

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