IP Biotechnology Patent Agent - Boston, New York, San Diego, or Washington DC
 Foley & Lardner LLP | |
life insurance, vision insurance, 401(k)
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 United States, Massachusetts, Boston | |
 May 07, 2025 | |
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Foley & Lardner LLP is seeking a patent agent with 3+ years of patent counseling experience, including preparation and prosecution experience to join the firm's pre-eminent, national Intellectual Property Department's Chemical, Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical Practice Group in our Boston, New York, San Diego, or Washington DC office.
Qualified candidates must hold a PhD in the biological sciences (i.e. Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or Genetics), Chemistry, or a related field. The candidate is required to have experience drafting and prosecuting domestic and international patent applications and preferably also in preparing patent opinions specifically in biotechnology or similar technology. Our ideal candidate will have immediately transferable skills, strong legal writing and research skills, and excellent written and oral communication skills. Top academics and law firm experience also required. To be considered, candidates must have a strong academic background and must be registered to practice before the USPTO. Interested applicants should submit resume, transcripts (undergraduate and graduate), and cover letter indicating office preference. In support of transparency and equity in the workplace, Foley provides salary ranges for all positions. The expected salary range for this position is between $125,000 - $200,000. Actual pay will be determined based on education, experience, internal pay equity at Foley, and other job-related factors permitted by law. Foley offers a comprehensive benefit program which currently includes Medical, Dental and Vision insurance; 401(k) Retirement; Disability and Life insurance; Adoption Assistance; Backup Care for Dependents. Foley & Lardner LLP is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled. | |