Patent Attorney – Chemistry PhD

Washington, District of Columbia, USA Direct (Permanent)
$ 130,000 - $ 160,000 per year 10-21-2026 22:13:10 Job ID: 1478253-MLS-ATTY_1792620790

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A sophisticated intellectual property practice is seeking a patent attorney with a strong scientific background in chemistry or a related life science to join its patent prosecution team. This is an excellent opportunity for a junior attorney who wants substantive experience working with complex technologies and sophisticated clients.

The ideal candidate will have:

  • 1+ years of substantive patent prosecution experience
  • Ph.D. REQUIRED in chemistry, biochemistry, life sciences, pharmaceutical sciences, biotechnology, or a related field
  • J.D. and active membership in at least one U.S. state bar
  • Active USPTO registration
  • Strong technical, analytical, and writing skills

This position will involve patent drafting and prosecution, prior art and patentability analysis, inventor interaction, and portfolio-related work. Candidates should be intellectually curious, detail-oriented, and interested in developing significant responsibility as a patent practitioner.

Qualified candidates are invited to apply today.

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