IP Prosecution Associate, Counsel, Staff Attorney, or Patent Agent – Law Firm – Menlo Park, California

The Silicon Valley office of McDermott Will & Emery LLP is seeking a candidate with at least 3 years of experience to join our growing IP Prosecution, Transactions & Strategy Practice Group. This search is open to Associates, Staff Attorneys, Counsel, and Patent Agents that have the below backgrounds.

  • Applicants will preferably have a Ph.D. or Master’s Degree in molecular biology, immunology, chemistry, organic chemistry, or other relevant life science area relevant to the pharmaceutical industry
  • 3+ years of experience in both writing and prosecuting patent applications
  • Experience developing invalidity and non-infringement positions for pharmaceutical patents
  • Experience performing freedom to operate analyses
  • Excellent analytical skills, writing skills and academic record
  • Must be admitted to practice in California

McDermott Will & Emery LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and an Affirmative Action Employer (Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran).

Contact
Please apply at https://bit.ly/2Uw3eza or by emailing lhamilton@mwe.com. Please include resume, transcript, and other relevant application materials.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Silicon Valley, California