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Patent Agent

Houston, TX · On-site

$150 - $200/hr

EE/CS Patent Agent - Houston, Texas/Other Locations Join a Top Intellectual Property Law Firm Group ... computer science, or physics. Preferred experience includes patent prosecution in Artificial ...

MNF Global

Patent Agent

Houston, TX · On-site

$140K - $240K/yr

EE/CS Patent Agent - Houston, Texas/Other Locations Join a Top Intellectual Property Law Firm Group ... Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or related ...

Mcguirewoods

Patent Agent

Baltimore, MD · On-site

$100 - $125/hr

The Patent Agent will prepare original patent applications, prepare responses to office actions ... Requires Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science and a minimum of three years of experience ...

Mcguirewoods

Patent Agent

Chicago, IL · On-site

$100 - $125/hr

The Patent Agent will prepare original patent applications, prepare responses to office actions ... Requires Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science and a minimum of three years of experience ...

Mcguirewoods

Patent Agent

Jacksonville, FL · On-site

$125 - $150/hr

The Patent Agent will prepare original patent applications, prepare responses to office actions ... Requires Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science and a minimum of three years of experience ...

Arclin

Patent Agent

Alpharetta, GA · On-site

$100 - $125/hr

Rooted in scientific discovery and innovation, Arclin's materials redefine performance across ... Patent Agent / Scientific Advisor In this role, you will help drive the company's Intellectual ...

McGuireWoods LLP

Patent Agent

Jacksonville, FL · Hybrid

The Patent Agent will prepare original patent applications, prepare responses to office actions ... Requires Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science and a minimum of three years of experience ...

McGuireWoods LLP

Patent Agent

Richmond, VA · Hybrid

The Patent Agent will prepare original patent applications, prepare responses to office actions ... Requires Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science and a minimum of three years of experience ...

McGuireWoods LLP

Patent Agent

Los Angeles, CA · Hybrid

The Patent Agent will prepare original patent applications, prepare responses to office actions ... Requires Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science and a minimum of three years of experience ...

Mcguirewoods

Patent Agent

Charlotte, NC · On-site

$125 - $150/hr

The Patent Agent will prepare original patent applications, prepare responses to office actions ... Requires Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science and a minimum of three years of experience ...

Mcguirewoods

Patent Agent

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$100 - $125/hr

The Patent Agent will prepare original patent applications, prepare responses to office actions ... Requires Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science and a minimum of three years of experience ...

Mcguirewoods

Patent Agent

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$125 - $150/hr

The Patent Agent will prepare original patent applications, prepare responses to office actions ... Requires Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science and a minimum of three years of experience ...

McGuireWoods LLP

Patent Agent

Washington, DC · On-site

$171K - $216K/yr

The Patent Agent will prepare original patent applications, prepare responses to office actions ... Requires Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science and a minimum of three years of experience ...

McGuireWoods LLP

Patent Agent

Richmond, VA · Hybrid

The Patent Agent will prepare original patent applications, prepare responses to office actions ... Requires Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science and a minimum of three years of experience ...

McGuireWoods LLP

Patent Agent

Pittsburgh, PA · Hybrid

The Patent Agent will prepare original patent applications, prepare responses to office actions ... Requires Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science and a minimum of three years of experience ...

McGuireWoods LLP

Patent Agent

Jacksonville, FL · Hybrid

The Patent Agent will prepare original patent applications, prepare responses to office actions ... Requires Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science and a minimum of three years of experience ...

McGuireWoods LLP

Patent Agent

Dallas, TX · Hybrid

The Patent Agent will prepare original patent applications, prepare responses to office actions ... Requires Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science and a minimum of three years of experience ...

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Junior Patent Agent / Technology Advisor Chemistry & Life Sciences

San Jose, CA • Hybrid

Direct Counsel
Recruiting and Staffing Services • 1 - 10 employees
Learn more about Direct Counselexternal

$90K - $155K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life

Posted 8 days ago

Job description

Direct Counsel is seeking a Junior Patent Agent or Technology Advisor with an advanced scientific background in Chemistry, Chemical Biology, or a related field to join a sophisticated and busy Life Sciences Patent Prosecution & Counseling practice.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Ph.D.-level scientist interested in applying their technical expertise to patent prosecution, intellectual property counseling, freedom-to-operate analysis, and USPTO proceedings. Qualified Patent Agents may also have access to law school tuition assistance.

Locations
  • Silicon Valley, CA
  • Boston, MA
  • New York, NY

Hybrid – Minimum 3 Days Per Week In Office

Responsibilities
  • Conduct prior art searches and analyze results for patentability assessments.
  • Conduct freedom-to-operate (FTO) analyses.
  • Review and analyze patents, patent applications, scientific literature, and technical publications.
  • Assist patent attorneys with patent prosecution, counseling, and litigation-related technical analysis.
  • Draft patent applications involving sophisticated chemistry and life sciences technologies.
  • Draft substantive responses to USPTO Office Actions.
  • Assist with patent portfolio development and prosecution strategy.
  • Participate in post-grant proceedings before the USPTO.
  • Translate complex scientific concepts into clear, persuasive written work for patent matters.
  • Collaborate closely with patent attorneys, scientists, inventors, and other members of the life sciences practice.
Qualifications
  • Ph.D. in Chemistry, Chemical Biology, or a closely related scientific discipline, OR an M.D. with substantial research experience.
  • Broad scientific knowledge within biotechnology and the life sciences.
  • Strong understanding of chemistry and related scientific concepts.
  • Excellent technical writing and analytical abilities.
  • Superb written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to analyze complex patents and scientific literature.
  • Highly motivated, intellectually curious, and able to learn quickly.
  • Strong initiative and ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment.
USPTO Requirements

Candidates must be either:

  • A registered USPTO Patent Agent, or
  • Eligible to sit for the USPTO registration examination and otherwise satisfy the requirements for registration as a Patent Agent.
Compensation & Benefits
  • Base Salary: $90,000–$155,000, depending on experience, education, credentials, location, and other relevant qualifications.
  • Discretionary performance-based bonus for eligible employees.
  • Comprehensive healthcare benefits.
  • Life insurance.
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) options.
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options.
  • Wellbeing benefits.
  • Law school tuition assistance available to qualified Patent Agent candidates.
Application Materials

Candidates should be prepared to provide:

  • Resume
  • Cover letter
  • Undergraduate and graduate academic transcripts
  • Two writing samples:
    1. A patent application drafted by the candidate
    2. An Office Action response containing persuasive argument drafted by the candidate
Why This Opportunity

This position offers an outstanding opportunity for a scientist or early-career Patent Agent to build a career at the intersection of chemistry, biotechnology, and intellectual property law. The role provides hands-on exposure to patent drafting and prosecution, FTO analysis, strategic counseling, and USPTO post-grant matters while working on sophisticated life sciences technologies.

For qualified Patent Agents interested in eventually becoming attorneys, the availability of law school tuition assistance provides an especially attractive long-term professional development opportunity.

Direct Counsel is committed to connecting exceptional legal talent with premier legal employers and fostering inclusive hiring practices.