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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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Patent Agent - Life Science

San Francisco, CA · On-site

Currently, Our Client is seeking a patent agent with at least one year of legal practice experience, preferably at a law firm, for their life sciences practice in their Silicon Valley, San Francisco ...

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Patent Agent - Life Science

Manhattan, NY · On-site

Currently, Our Client is seeking a patent agent with at least one year of legal practice experience, preferably at a law firm, for their life sciences practice in their Silicon Valley, San Francisco ...

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Patent Agent - Life Science

Manhattan, NY · On-site

Currently, Our Client is seeking a patent agent with at least one year of legal practice experience, preferably at a law firm, for their life sciences practice in their Silicon Valley, San Francisco ...

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Patent Agent - Life Science

Seattle, WA · On-site

Currently, Our Client is seeking a patent agent with at least one year of legal practice experience, preferably at a law firm, for their life sciences practice in their Silicon Valley, San Francisco ...

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Patent Agent - Life Science

Seattle, WA · On-site

Currently, Our Client is seeking a patent agent with at least one year of legal practice experience, preferably at a law firm, for their life sciences practice in their Silicon Valley, San Francisco ...

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Patent Agent - Life Science

Denver, CO · On-site +1

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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Patent Agent - Life Science

Seattle, WA · On-site

Currently, Our Client is seeking a patent agent with at least one year of legal practice experience, preferably at a law firm, for their life sciences practice in their Silicon Valley, San Francisco ...

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Patent Agent - Life Science

Seattle, WA · On-site

Currently, Our Client is seeking a patent agent with at least one year of legal practice experience, preferably at a law firm, for their life sciences practice in their Silicon Valley, San Francisco ...

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

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for full time 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 Full Time Life Science Patent Agent vs Patent Attorney?

AspectFull Time Life Science Patent AgentPatent Attorney
CredentialsPatent Bar Exam, technical degree in life sciencesPatent Bar Exam, law degree, and bar admission
Work EnvironmentPatent firms, corporate IP departments, law firmsLegal firms, corporate legal departments, patent law practices
Industry UsagePrimarily in patent prosecution for life sciencesPatent prosecution, litigation, and legal counseling in IP law

Full Time Life Science Patent Agents focus on patent prosecution and application processes in the life sciences sector, requiring technical degrees and passing the Patent Bar. Patent Attorneys have additional legal qualifications, allowing them to handle legal disputes, licensing, and litigation. While both roles work closely in patent law, Patent Attorneys have broader legal authority and responsibilities.

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BIOTECH & LIFE SCIENCE PATENT PROSECUTION AGENT OR SCIENTIST

JBA International

Washington, DC • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 17 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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