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Patent Agent Life Sciences

Boca Raton, FL · Hybrid

$130K - $170K/yr

Patent Agent - Life Sciences Locations Boca Raton, Florida; Boston, Massachusetts; Greenwich ... Support IP due diligence and freedom-to-operate analyses * Assist with strategic patent portfolio ...

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Patent Agent Life Sciences

New York, NY · Hybrid

$130K - $170K/yr

Patent Agent - Life Sciences Locations Boca Raton, Florida; Boston, Massachusetts; Greenwich ... Support IP due diligence and freedom-to-operate analyses * Assist with strategic patent portfolio ...

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Patent Agent Life Sciences

Stamford, CT · Hybrid

$130K - $170K/yr

Patent Agent - Life Sciences Locations Boca Raton, Florida; Boston, Massachusetts; Greenwich ... Support IP due diligence and freedom-to-operate analyses * Assist with strategic patent portfolio ...

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Patent Agent Life Sciences

Washington, DC · Hybrid

$130K - $170K/yr

Patent Agent - Life Sciences Locations Boca Raton, Florida; Boston, Massachusetts; Greenwich ... Support IP due diligence and freedom-to-operate analyses * Assist with strategic patent portfolio ...

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Patent Agent Life Sciences

Boston, MA · Hybrid

$130K - $170K/yr

Patent Agent - Life Sciences Locations Boca Raton, Florida; Boston, Massachusetts; Greenwich ... Support IP due diligence and freedom-to-operate analyses * Assist with strategic patent portfolio ...

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Patent Agent Life Sciences

Hartford, CT · Hybrid

$130K - $170K/yr

Patent Agent - Life Sciences Locations Boca Raton, Florida; Boston, Massachusetts; Greenwich ... Support IP due diligence and freedom-to-operate analyses * Assist with strategic patent portfolio ...

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Patent Agent Life Sciences

New Haven, CT · Hybrid

$130K - $170K/yr

Patent Agent - Life Sciences Locations Boca Raton, Florida; Boston, Massachusetts; Greenwich ... Support IP due diligence and freedom-to-operate analyses * Assist with strategic patent portfolio ...

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Patent Agent Life Sciences

Miami, FL · Hybrid

$130K - $170K/yr

Patent Agent - Life Sciences Locations Boca Raton, Florida; Boston, Massachusetts; Greenwich ... Support IP due diligence and freedom-to-operate analyses * Assist with strategic patent portfolio ...

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Patent Agent Life Sciences

Parsippany, NJ · Hybrid

$130K - $170K/yr

Patent Agent - Life Sciences Locations Boca Raton, Florida; Boston, Massachusetts; Greenwich ... Support IP due diligence and freedom-to-operate analyses * Assist with strategic patent portfolio ...

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Patent Agent Life Sciences

Greenwich, CT · Hybrid

$130K - $170K/yr

Patent Agent - Life Sciences Locations Boca Raton, Florida; Boston, Massachusetts; Greenwich ... Support IP due diligence and freedom-to-operate analyses * Assist with strategic patent portfolio ...

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Patent Agent Life Sciences

Providence, RI · Hybrid

$130K - $170K/yr

Patent Agent - Life Sciences Locations Boca Raton, Florida; Boston, Massachusetts; Greenwich ... Support IP due diligence and freedom-to-operate analyses * Assist with strategic patent portfolio ...

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Patent Agent

Manhattan, NY · Hybrid

SourcePro Search is conducting a search for an experienced Patent Agent with patent prosecution experience to join our client's Life Sciences Patent Counseling and Prosecution Group. This is a hybrid ...

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Patent Agent - Life Science

Denver, CO · On-site

$112K - $250K/yr

Currently, Our Client is seeking a patent agent with at least three (3+) years of legal practice experience, preferably at a law firm, for their life sciences practice in their Silicon Valley, San ...

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How much do assistant life science patent agent jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for assistant life science patent agent in the United States is $115,452.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $110,500.00 and $115,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Assistant Life Science Patent Agent vs Patent Paralegal?

AspectAssistant Life Science Patent AgentPatent Paralegal
Required CredentialsTypically has a science degree, patent bar exam eligibility, and may pursue patent agent registrationNo specific credentials required, often has paralegal certification or experience
Work EnvironmentLaw firms, corporate IP departments, patent agencies focusing on patent prosecutionLaw firms, corporate legal departments supporting patent filing and management
Industry UsageCommonly employed in patent prosecution for life sciences inventionsSupports patent processes across various industries, including life sciences

The Assistant Life Science Patent Agent and Patent Paralegal roles both support patent prosecution but differ mainly in credentials and scope. The patent agent has specialized scientific knowledge and may be licensed to file patents, while the paralegal provides administrative and procedural support without licensing requirements.

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BIOTECH & LIFE SCIENCE PATENT PROSECUTION AGENT OR SCIENTIST

BIOTECH & LIFE SCIENCE PATENT PROSECUTION AGENT OR SCIENTIST

JBA International

Washington, DC • On-site

Full-time

Posted 19 days ago

Job description

Our client, a top AmLaw 100 national law firm, is seeking a highly-qualified and motivated patent agent or scientist for our Biotech/Life Science Patent Prosecution Practice Group. The position can be based in any of our current offices. Interested candidates will have excellent academic credentials and communication and interpersonal skills.

An advanced degree (Ph.D. preferred) in molecular or cell biology, immunology, genetics, cell physiology/biophysics, biochemistry or a comparable life science field is required. Ideal candidates will have 2+ years of experience drafting and prosecuting patent applications for life sciences, biotech or pharmaceuticals inventions; and/or experience in biotech commercialization, such as university tech transfer, or industry commercialization/regulatory compliance.

Previous law firm or industry experience and current patent bar membership is preferred, however, candidates with strong scientific backgrounds will be considered. A strong candidate can demonstrate the ability to apply scientific expertise together with commercial and legal considerations to understand our clients' big picture in the commercialization sense; is comfortable with oral presentation and explanation of work product; is comfortable and effective at working independently; and is comfortable with remotely supporting supervising attorneys in multiple offices. Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter, resume and school transcript.

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