Patent Attorney – Small Corporation – Ipswich, Mass.

New England Biolabs, Inc., New England Biolabs, Inc.a recognized leader in enzyme design and development, is seeking a part-time Patent Attorney who will be responsible for assisting the Intellectual Property Counsel with drafting and prosecuting patent applications.

Primary Responsibilities:
• Drafting and prosecuting patent applications.
• Filing and prosecuting oppositions in the US and overseas and FTO opinions.

Required Qualifications:
• Ph.D. in molecular biology or chemistry.
• Admission to the Massachusetts bar.
• Admission to the USPTO with at least 5 years preparation and prosecution of patents.
• Familiarity with the new AIA rules.

Preferred Qualifications:
• At least 3 years law firm experience.
• Experience as an Examiner at the USPTO is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with domestic and foreign filing requirements.

New England Biolabs, Inc. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer

Contact:
Qualified candidates may apply online at www.neb.com or by accessing our Career Opportunities (Job Code 9142HS).

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: Ipswich, Massachusetts

New England Biolabs, Inc. (NEB) is a privately held biotechnology company with a worldwide reputation for providing quality reagents for the molecular biology market. NEB’s customers range from small academic laboratories to major research institutions to large industrial corporations. NEB has a strong research focus, and relies on the cooperative interaction of a motivated workforce for its success. NEB is located in a beautiful estate setting, LEED certified building north of Boston.