What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bio Intellectual Property Attorney or Patent Agent position at W3Global Inc.?
Job Description
Job Description
Our firm is a renowned intellectual property boutique, seeks to hire a highly qualified mid-level associate or patent agent to join our IP Biology / Biotechnology Practice Team. The position will primarily involve patent counselling, procurement, and opinions, with opportunities for licensing and enforcement, as well.
GENERAL SUMMARY
The ideal candidate will have 4 years of patent prosecution experience, including but not limited to the preparation and prosecution of patent applications, managing global patent portfolios, client counselling, and opinion development. Practical experience and an in-depth knowledge of Biology or Biotechnology is required.
QUALIFICATIONS
Ph.D. or MS in a biology discipline required (e.g., molecular biology, cell biology, microbiology, genetics, biochemistry, or biotechnology)
4 years previous IP law experience
Good standing in the bar(s) where licensed to practice law if an attorney
Active USPTO Registration
Superior academic record, excellent written and communication skills, strong attention to detail, and strong analytical abilities
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES
Counselling clients on effective IP strategy options
Patent procurement activities, including :
Preparation and prosecution of complex patent applications
Prosecuting a global patent portfolio across multiple jurisdictions by instructing foreign patent counsel in the prosecution of foreign counterpart applications
Consulting with inventors, technical experts, and patent portfolio managers
Conduct IP related due diligence for opinions, including patentability, freedom to operate, and infringement and invalidity analyses
