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Patent Specialist / Patent Agent – Intellectual Property (IP) Patents
Location : Raleigh, NC
Our client, a prominent AmLaw 50 law firm with a robust Intellectual Property practice, seeks a highly skilled medicinal / pharmaceutical chemistry Patent Specialist or Patent Agent to join their IP Patents Group in Raleigh . This is an exciting opportunity to work with a collaborative team of lawyers and patent agents, each with advanced degrees in life sciences.
Candidate Profile :
- Ph.D. in medicinal chemistry , organic chemistry , or a closely related discipline .
- Admission to the USPTO is preferred, but not required.
- Strong technical, writing, and organizational skills , with exceptional attention to detail.
- Recent graduates with relevant academic backgrounds and technical expertise are welcome to apply.
- Previous experience in patent law is not required.
Key Responsibilities :
Why Join Us?
This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies within a supportive and dynamic environment. The firm provides a competitive compensation package , depending on experience, including comprehensive benefits such as medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, personal medical and parental leave, paid holidays, and dependent and elder care support.
This position is ideal for candidates passionate about leveraging their technical expertise in a legal environment to make a meaningful impact on the protection of innovative technologies.
Application Requirements :
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter , resume , and relevant academic transcripts .