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SagePaths

Patent Attorney

Boston, MA · Hybrid

$170K/yr

Patent Attorney - Life Sciences (Biotech / Pharma) Location: Boston, US Overview A highly regarded ... Molecular biology, genetics, therapeutics * Diagnostics, antibodies, gene therapy Qualifications

Novartis

Patent Attorney

Cambridge, MA · Hybrid

$204K - $379K/yr

PhD in biology, biochemistry, or related life sciences such as molecular biology. * Seven or more years experience as a patent attorney in a law firm or life sciences company. * Strong scientific ...

Novartis Group Companies

Patent Attorney

Cambridge, MA · On-site

$204K - $379K/yr

PhD in biology, biochemistry, or related life sciences such as molecular biology. * Seven or more years experience as a patent attorney in a law firm or life sciences company. * Strong scientific ...

Satori Digital

Biotech Patent Attorney

Carteret, NJ · On-site

D. in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Genetics, or a closely related life sciences ... Interview Panel with Senior Patent Attorneys and Partners * Final "Office Fit" Discussion & Offer

COJK

Senior Patent Attorney - Organic Chemistry

Seattle, WA · On-site

$300K - $800K/yr

COJK is seeking a senior patent attorney to join our firm's Life Sciences Patent Practice Group for ... biologics), diagnostics, and materials science, a license to practice law in at least one state ...

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Boston, MA • Hybrid

SagePaths
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$170K/yr

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Job description

Patent Attorney – Life Sciences (Biotech / Pharma)

Location: Boston, US

Overview

A highly regarded, boutique intellectual property firm is seeking a Patent Attorney with a strong life sciences background to join its growing practice. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex and cutting-edge matters in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, and related fields.

Key Responsibilities
  • Draft and prosecute U.S. and international patent applications
  • Work closely with inventors, scientists, and in-house counsel
  • Conduct:
    • Patentability analyses
    • Freedom-to-operate (FTO) analyses
    • Validity and infringement assessments
  • Support IP due diligence for transactions and licensing matters
  • Provide strategic intellectual property guidance to clients
  • Collaborate with attorneys and technical specialists on complex patent matters
Technical Focus
  • Biotechnology
  • Pharmaceuticals
  • Molecular biology, genetics, therapeutics
  • Diagnostics, antibodies, gene therapy
Qualifications
  • Ph.D. (or equivalent advanced degree) in biology, molecular biology, genetics, or related field
  • USPTO registration required
  • ~3–5+ years of patent prosecution experience (more senior candidates also considered)
  • Strong academic credentials
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Benefits
  • $170,000 – $250,000 base salary (depending on experience and level)
  • Potential Bonus
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with employer contribution
  • Paid time off + holidays
  • Flexible / hybrid work environment
  • Professional development and mentorship opportunities