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Biotech Patent Prosecution Associate Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Patent Prosecution Associate

San Francisco, CA ยท On-site

$235K - $390K/yr

Our client is looking to add a Patent Associate to their Life Sciences Division. This team is one of the top Patent Prosecution Teams in the world. The role requires someone that has a PhD (or MD) in ...

Patent Prosecution Associate

Seattle, WA ยท On-site

$235K - $390K/yr

Our client is looking to add a Patent Associate to their Life Sciences Division. This team is one of the top Patent Prosecution Teams in the world. The role requires someone that has a PhD (or MD) in ...

Patent Prosecution Associate

Seattle, WA ยท On-site

$235K - $390K/yr

Our client is looking to add a Patent Associate to their Life Sciences Division. This team is one of the top Patent Prosecution Teams in the world. The role requires someone that has a PhD (or MD) in ...

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How much do biotech patent prosecution associate jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for biotech patent prosecution associate in the United States is $151,134.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $100,000.00 and $204,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Infographic showing various Biotech Patent Prosecution Associate job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 27% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $151,134 per year, or $72.7 per hour.

Patent Prosecution Associate Attorney (Computer Engineering)

Palo Alto, CA โ€ข On-site

Direct Counsel
Recruiting and Staffing Servicesย โ€ขย 1 - 10 employees

$235K - $365K/yr

Full-time

Posted 18 days ago


Job description

Patent Prosecution Associate Attorney (Computer Engineering)

Locations: Dallas, TX | Denver, CO | Houston, TX | New York, NY | Orange County, CA | Palo Alto, CA | San Francisco, CA | Washington, DC
Experience: 2–5 years

Direct Counsel is seeking mid-level Patent Prosecution Associate Attorneys with 2–5 years of relevant experience to join the Intellectual Property practice of a leading Am Law firm. This opportunity is ideal for attorneys with strong patent prosecution experience involving advanced computing technologies who are interested in supporting sophisticated intellectual property portfolios for Fortune 200 clients.

Position Highlights
  • 2–5 years of relevant patent prosecution experience

  • At least 3 full years of experience drafting and prosecuting patent applications directed to advanced computing technologies

  • J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to practice in the applicable jurisdiction

  • Degree in Computer Engineering required

  • Registration to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)

  • Experience with artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) preferred

  • Strong technical and patent prosecution experience in one or more of the following areas:

    • Medical devices

    • Semiconductors and integrated circuits

    • Financial technologies

    • Cybersecurity

    • Networking

    • Cloud computing

    • Software systems

    • Related advanced technologies

  • Ability to analyze complex technologies and communicate effectively with inventors and in-house counsel

  • Experience developing strategic intellectual property portfolios under partner-level mentorship and supervision

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

  • Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment

Compensation

$235,000–$365,000 base salary, plus market bonuses. Actual compensation will depend on relevant skills, experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors.

Locations

Dallas, TX | Dallas-North, TX | Denver, CO | Houston, TX | New York, NY | Orange County, CA | Palo Alto, CA | San Francisco, CA | Washington, DC