Patent Agent/Technology Specialist - Biology or Chemistry

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Clark+Elbing. Scientists at law.  

Clark+Elbing is looking for a talented Patent Agent/Technology Specialist with a background in Biology or Chemistry to join our Legal Staff. As a Patent Agent/Technology Specialist, you will leverage your scientific knowledge and expertise to collaborate with Partners in the drafting and prosecution of patent applications and performing IP related due diligence for opinions, including patentability, freedom to operate analyses, invalidity and infringement assessments, and more. 

Our Patent Agents/Technology Specialists are called upon to apply their extensive substantive knowledge to:  

• Draft and prosecute patent applications.  
• Write, develop, and edit material for reports, opinion letters, applications, and related technical publications related to scientific work methods, experimental procedures, and inventions in biology/chemistry and related disciplines. 
• Analyze, review, and prepare licensing agreements, investor due diligence studies, and opinion letters concerning patents and patent applications.  
• Synthesize information and data for patent applications by applying high level substantive knowledge of biology/chemistry, current research, scientific methods, and analysis. 
• Assist Partners with counsel to clients regarding patentability of inventions, freedom to operate analyses, and validity of patents. 

Qualifications: 

• Ph.D., or equivalent degree, in Biology or Chemistry
• 0-5+ years of patent prosecution experience in a law firm setting
• Excellent analytical and communication skills; an ability to think, write, and speak clearly

• Team player with a strong track record of working on highly functioning teams
• Impeccable attentiveness to detail
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Registration to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office a plus but not required

Clark+Elbing offers flexible working conditions including remote and hybrid positions, as well as support through law school for those interested in obtaining a J.D. 

If the prospect of being at the forefront of scientific discovery and technological innovation sounds exciting to you, please send a cover letter, resume, and writing sample to legalcareers@clarkelbing.com.