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Satori Digital

Biotech Patent Attorney

Carteret, NJ · On-site

Offices | Hybrid Work Environment Summary Foley & Lardner's nationally recognized Chemical, Biotechnology & Pharmaceutical group is seeking a Patent Agent or Patent Attorney with a Ph.D. in life ...

AGCO

Patent Agent

North Metro, GA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Patent Agent supports the protection of the company's intellectual property by preparing ... Experience preparing or prosecuting patent applications (internship, coop, or entrylevel experience ...

MNF Global

Patent Agent - Chemistry

Washington, DC

$140K - $200K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Chemical Patent Agent - Organic Chemistry / Small Molecules Location: Washington, DC Compensation ... This is a chemistry-focused patent prosecution position supporting brand-name pharmaceutical ...

AGCO

Patent Agent

Hesston, KS · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Patent Agent supports the protection of the company's intellectual property by preparing ... Experience preparing or prosecuting patent applications (internship, coop, or entrylevel experience ...

Arclin

Patent Agent

Alpharetta, GA · On-site

... pharmaceuticals. These vital, everyday products can't fail, and we're here to give the world an ... Patent Agent / Scientific Advisor What you'll do: • Analyze invention disclosures, scientific ...

Arclin USA LLC

Patent Agent

Alpharetta, GA · On-site

... pharmaceuticals. These vital, everyday products can't fail, and we're here to give the world an ... Patent Agent / Scientific Advisor What you'll do: · Analyze invention disclosures, scientific ...

Arclin

Patent Agent

Alpharetta, GA

... pharmaceuticals. These vital, everyday products can't fail, and we're here to give the world an ... Patent Agent / Scientific Advisor What you'll do: · Analyze invention disclosures, scientific ...

AbbVie

Corporate Counsel-Patent

North Chicago, IL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This position will support AbbVie's pharmaceutical products and be based in our offices in North ... agent at a law firm and/or life sciences company, including substantial U.S. and foreign patent ...

AbbVie

Corporate Counsel-Patent

North Chicago, IL · On-site

$141K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This position will support AbbVie's pharmaceutical products and be based in our offices in North ... agent at a law firm and/or life sciences company, including substantial U.S. and foreign patent ...

Allergan

Corporate Counsel-Patent

North Chicago, IL · On-site

$150 - $230/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This position will support AbbVie's pharmaceutical products and be based in our offices in North ... agent at a law firm and/or life sciences company, including substantial U.S. and foreign patent ...

AbbVie

Corporate Counsel-Patent

North Chicago, IL

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This position will support AbbVie's pharmaceutical products and be based in our offices in North ... agent at a law firm and/or life sciences company, including substantial U.S. and foreign patent ...

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As of Aug 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level pharmaceutical 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 Entry Level Pharmaceutical Patent Agent vs Patent Paralegal?

AspectEntry Level Pharmaceutical Patent AgentPatent Paralegal
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree, patent bar exam eligibility, technical background in pharmaceuticalsAssociate's or bachelor's degree, legal or paralegal certification often preferred
Work EnvironmentLaw firms, pharmaceutical companies, patent officesLaw firms, corporate legal departments, patent firms
Industry UsageHighly specialized in patent prosecution for pharmaceuticalsSupports patent attorneys with administrative and preparatory tasks

While both roles support patent processes, the Entry Level Pharmaceutical Patent Agent is a licensed professional involved in patent prosecution, requiring specific technical and legal credentials. In contrast, a Patent Paralegal provides administrative support without licensing requirements, focusing on document preparation and case management.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Pharmaceutical Patent Agent job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 94% Full Time, 4% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $115,452 per year, or $55.5 per hour.

Patent Agent (Pharmaceutical/Biopharmaceutical)

Incyte Corporation

Wilmington, DE • On-site

Full-time

Posted 17 days ago

Job description

Overview
A global biopharmaceutical company on a mission to Solve On, Incyte follows science to find solutions for patients with unmet medical needs. Through the discovery, development, and commercialization of proprietary therapeutics, Incyte has established a portfolio of first-in-class medicines for patients and a strong pipeline of products in Hematology, Oncology and Inflammation and Autoimmunity
Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, Incyte has operations in North America, Europe, and Asia.
Incyte's Intellectual Property team is seeking an experienced Patent Agent with pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical industry expertise. This position is responsible for providing services incident to US patent prosecution, including the review and drafting of patent applications and other prosecution-related documents for Incyte's pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical products and technologies, and interacting with the US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
Primary Job Functions:
  • Manage the preparation, filing, prosecution and maintenance of US patent applications and patents to obtain broadest possible protection for all aspects of the company's inventions relating to pharmaceuticals or biopharmaceutical therapeutics.
  • Provide strategic guidance and services regarding filing patent applications and other documents with the USPTO, and relevant intellectual property issues including inventorship and conception/reduction to practice of inventions.
  • Assist in ensuring all commercially important assets are protected by valid US patents.
  • Support proceedings before the USPTO involving company or third-party intellectual property, such as inter partes reviews, post grant reviews, re-examinations, re-issues, petitions and appeals.
  • Design and execute comprehensive small and large molecule prior art searches using specialized databases.
  • Review and/or evaluate literature, patent and file wrapper searches on subject matter relevant to the company's US patent prosecution.
  • Review and provide strategic guidance regarding the filing of US patent applications to protect Incyte's interest in scientific/technical/clinical publications originating either internally or with third party collaborators.
  • Produce patent status and docket reports.
  • Ability to work with outside US patent counsel to direct and manage activities before the USPTO.
  • Develop a thorough understanding of the company's business, including its people, products, markets, facilities, customers and competitors and utilize that knowledge in providing guidance to internal clients.
  • Establish a rapport and a working relationship with company business units at all levels to encourage and continue their proactive use of in-house legal services.

Minimum Requirements
  • Registered Patent Agent in good standing to practice before the United States Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO).
  • Ph.D. or Master's degree in Organic Chemistry, Biochemistry, Immunology, Molecular Biology, Pharmacology, or a related pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical discipline.
  • At least 3 years of in-house and/or private practice experience as a patent agent in the pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical field.
  • Demonstrated experience and proven track record in preparation, prosecution and management of US patent portfolios relating to the pharmaceutical and/or biopharmaceutical industries.
  • Strong understanding of and experience with the rules and regulations of the USPTO.
  • Demonstration of solid organizational skills, the ability to think strategically and sound judgment in the analysis of complex business issues.
  • Excellent written and verbal communications skills, including the ability to communicate concisely to clients, to integrate patent and business knowledge, and to provide strategic guidance regarding Incyte's US patent prosecution.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and to flourish in a fast-paced environment, both individually and as part of a team.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications. Management reserves the right to change or modify such duties as required.
Incyte Corporation is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
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