Patent Agent (Life Sciences) #21644 Washington, DC

Job description

A top-rated IP Boutique Firm Per Vault: Top 10 Best Mid-Size Law Firms to Work For Solid patent prosecution practice, with high activity in the life sciences and high tech Very busy at the PTAB and ITC REQUIREMENTS - A Ph.D. in molecular biology, immunology, biochemistry, bioinformatics, bioengineering, organic chemistry, medicinal chemistry, cancer biology, pharmacology, biophysics, or a related field of study - Admission to the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is required - Law firm patent preparation and prosecution experience - Sound judgment, maturity, and an inquisitive nature with a strong work ethic paired with the ability to juggle multiple job responsibilities - Interpersonal skills necessary to work effectively with business leaders, attorneys, scientists, engineers, inventors, and patent examiners - A demonstrated commitment to providing exceptional client service, and a creative and strategi SUMMARY Vanguard Intellectual Partners (Vanguard-IP) specializes in the placement of IP/Patent professionals nationwide. Our sole focus on intellectual property enables us to more deeply understand our clients’ technical needs, and our candidates’ individual talents and career interests. Our broad network of long-term client relationships gives us a competitive edge. Our recruiters all have 10+ years of IP recruiting experience, and an exceptional record of success. We have superior knowledge of the IP job market, and offer trusted career advice for our candidates. We also have the resources and high-level contacts to get your resume noticed by the people who matter. We look forward to speaking with you, and learning more about what you are seeking in your next opportunity. CONFIDENTIALITY At Vanguard-IP, we respect the confidentiality of every candidate who contacts us. Furthermore, we will always obtain expressed authorization before submitting your resume to any of our clients. **Should you have an interest in exploring opportunities in another location, we have hundreds of openings in other markets. Please apply now and our team would be happy to review your information for this or other openings in your location of interest.