Life Sciences Patent Agent Tech Advisor (PhD)

Posted 17 days ago

fenwick westWashington (DC)

Life Scientists, All Other Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)

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About the role

Fenwick & West seeks a technology advisor or patent agent for its life sciences patent practice, to join in Silicon Valley, Boston, or New York offices. Ideal candidates hold a Ph. D. in Chemistry or related field (or an M.D. with research experience) and are USPTO-registered patent agents or eligible to sit for the exam. This is a full-time, in-office role with at least three days per week on site. Responsibilities include prior art searches, analyzing patents and papers to support prosecution,

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