Biotechnology Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Portland, Oregon

July 14, 2025- US - Northwest, Tech - Biotech, Work - Attorney, Work - Patent Prosecution

Klarquist is seeking a lateral patent prosecution associate with a Ph.D. in the biological sciences. Candidates should have excellent academic credentials and a minimum of 3 years of experience prosecuting patent applications relating to biotechnology. Experience with drafting and prosecuting applications related to large molecule therapeutics is strongly preferred. Excellent writing, interpersonal, and communication skills are required.

Intellectual Property Attorney – Biotech Ventures – Corporation – Remote

July 4, 2025- Europe, Tech - Biotech, Work - Admin

Great Good is a pioneering venture studio at the intersection of biotech and AI. We launch transformative therapeutic projects by providing initial investment, world-class teams, and state-of-the-art infrastructure. Our model empowers visionary leaders to accelerate drug development and harness AI-driven innovation to address unmet medical needs.

Benefits of Working with Great Good Venture Studio:

Accelerated Development:
Our venture studio model streamlines the typically lengthy process of biotech innovation. With access to expert operational, legal, finance, and HR teams, you can bypass common startup hurdles and focus immediately on scientific advancement and strategic growth.

Integrated Resource Access:
You will have direct access to state-of-the-art labs, cutting-edge infrastructure, and specialized development and product teams tailored to your project’s unique needs—facilitating rapid iteration and optimized drug development pipelines.

Collaborative Synergies:
Joining our venture studio connects you with a vibrant ecosystem of experienced entrepreneurs, distinguished scientists, and industry leaders. This collaborative environment encourages cross-pollination of ideas, mentoring opportunities, and strategic partnerships, enhancing both innovation and your professional growth.

Strategic Support and Investment:
Beyond initial capital, Great Good provides ongoing strategic guidance and operational support. Our comprehensive back-office resources help manage day-to-day complexities while our investment in your venture ensures you have the means to scale quickly and capture market opportunities.

Enhanced Commercial Potential:
By working under the venture studio umbrella, you not only drive scientific breakthroughs but also elevate the commercial viability of your project. Our model is designed to maximize innovation in drug therapeutics and generate significant market value, positioning your venture for long-term success and impactful industry leadership.

About the Role:

We are looking for an experienced IP attorney who has worked extensively with clients in the biotech or life sciences space and is ready to take on a bold new chapter. If you've trained in a top-tier firm and are now craving autonomy, impact, and deep involvement in breakthrough science, this could be your moment.

What You'll Do:

Join our in-house legal team and collaborate across legal and operational teams within the studio.
Partner directly with founders and biotech teams across our venture portfolio.
Lead IP strategy, filings, and negotiations for early-stage therapeutics and diagnostics.
Shape the legal infrastructure for newcos—from licensing deals to spinouts.
Help structure and protect defensible IP at the intersection of biotech and AI.
Serve as a legal and strategic thought partner to science-first operators.

We're Looking For:

Strong experience in IP law, especially with biotech/life sciences clients.
At least 4–7 years at a top firm or in-house, focused on relevant IP work.
Expertise in patent prosecution, freedom to operate, and licensing.
Familiarity with venture creation and early-stage deal structuring is a plus.
Someone energized by uncharted territory, ambiguity, and rapid iteration.
Deep curiosity, execution rigor, and a collaborative spirit.

This Role Might Be for You If:

You want to move faster and work closer to where the science happens.
You’re not done growing—and you want a platform that stretches your range.
You see IP not just as protection, but as leverage for venture creation.

Apply online at:
https://forms.gle/twfDAyftqhsL3EFb7

Include a CV and cover letter with your submission

Additional Info
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: Remote, ideally Europe based

Patent Scientist – Computer Science/Electrical Engineering – Law Firm – Multiple Locations

July 4, 2025Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Knobbe Martens, a large law firm, is seeking a Patent Scientist.

We provide an opportunity for engineers and scientists to further their professional growth and career development in exciting, challenging ways. Put your technical degree to work on issues involving science, technology, and the law. Candidates will assist with the successful procurement of patent protection for innovative technologies, evaluate the designs of new products, and assist with the evaluation of competitor products.

Each client brings novel and diverse technologies to our firm. Therefore, candidates will learn about a variety of new technologies, learn to identify inventive features, learn to describe the inventions, and work with the Patent Office to allow a patent for the technology. The position also requires candidates to possess the ability to explain and describe new technologies in a way that is concise and descriptive.

Responsibilities and Duties:

Reviewing new client technologies to determine potentially patentable inventions.
Creating technical diagrams and drawings that describe the invention.
Writing patent applications, including description and claims, with clarity and technical accuracy.
Analyzing cited references, developing amendments and arguments, and conducting Examiner interviews.

To be successful in this position candidates must be a strong communicator, both written and oral. Candidates must be able to work independently, with a large amount of working freedom. In addition, each candidate will eventually participate in a patent law course and become registered with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (“USPTO”).

Education and Experience:

B.S. degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, or other similar technical field is required (advanced degree or work experience preferred). Preference for candidates with artificial intelligence/machine learning [analog circuit design/semiconductor] coursework and experience.
At least two years of patent preparation and prosecution experience are preferred, including experience at the USPTO or in private practice.
Former USPTO Examiner experience is a plus.
Registration number to practice before the USPTO is preferred. In the absence of having a registration number, interest and eligibility to obtain a registration number are required.
At least part-time attendance at a Knobbe office in Orange County, San Diego, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle/Bellevue, New York, or Washington D.C. required.
Must be independently motivated to succeed and measure success on a team level.
Qualified candidates will possess strong academic credentials and communication skills.

Base salary for this position is $125,000 to $270,000 annually, depending on qualifications and experience. The compensation for this position may include bonuses.

Knobbe Martens is an equal opportunity employer. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative Ordinance, we will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories.

Knobbe Martens is a highly respected intellectual property law firm, offering legal services in all aspects of intellectual property and technology law. The firm’s litigation group handles cases throughout the U.S. and coordinates strategy for disputes worldwide. Founded in California in 1962, the firm has about 275 lawyers and scientists based in offices located in Orange County, Los Angeles, New York, San Diego, San Francisco, Seattle-Bellavue, and Washington D.C. Knobbe Martens serves a diverse international client base, from multinational corporations to emerging businesses of all stages.

At Knobbe Martens, the health and well-being of our employees is of utmost importance. We offer competitive pay and health benefits, generous paid time off, a 401(k) plan with employer contribution, a flexible spending account, wellness programs, and more. Details related to benefits will be confirmed at time of hire. More information about the firm can be found at knobbe.com.

Apply online at:
http://www.knobbelaw.com/viDesktop/viRecruitSelfApply/RecDefault.aspx?FilterREID=8&FilterJobCategoryID=1&FilterJobID=3

Please include a resume, cover letter, transcripts, and writing sample with your submission.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Open to multiple locations (near a Knobbe office)

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – US – Telecommute

June 28, 2025- US - Telecommute, Emp - Law Firm, Work - Attorney, Work - Patent Prosecution

International IP Law Group (IIPLG) is seeking Contract or Of Counsel Attorneys to prepare and prosecute patent applications in the field of chemical engineering.
IIPLG offers a flexible work environment, and some telecommuting is a possibility.

Patent Attorney/Patent Agent – Law Firm – Los Angeles, San Francisco, Boston, New York, Washington, D.C.

June 28, 2025- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Northeast, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Work - Attorney, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

At ArentFox Schiff, we know that diverse backgrounds produce different perspectives, richer thinking, and more creative solutions to the challenges our clients face. We hope you share that vision. Join us and take on the challenge of doing meaningful work while helping us build a culture that reflects our dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We base all our employment decisions on merit and do not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected characteristic.

ArentFox Schiff LLP is seeking a patent prosecution professional (patent agent or attorney) with three-plus years of experience in 5G/6G technologies, AI/ML, automotive/electric vehicle technologies, video encoding technologies, and software technologies to join our highly regarded team in our DC, NY, LA, SF, or Boston office. A degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, or a related field is required. Experience in automotive and/or mechanical fields is a plus. Intellectual curiosity, excellent academic credentials, and experience in drafting and prosecuting US and worldwide applications are required. Additional requirements include strong organizational and writing skills and a desire to excel in a large law firm environment. This is a client-facing position in which the candidate will work directly with inventors and scientists, so strong oral communication skills are necessary. The position comes with responsibility and independence but also features appropriate training and oversight. Membership in the Patent Bar is required. Familiarity with patent databases and search tools, as well as experience in managing patent portfolios and conducting freedom-to-operate analyses, is highly desirable. The ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and provide strategic advice on patentability and infringement issues is essential. ArentFox Schiff offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits. Please submit a resume, transcripts (undergraduate and graduate), and a patent application writing sample.

The good faith base salary range for this position is a minimum of $150,000 to a maximum of $300,000 per year. The actual salary rate offered to candidates within that range will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, years of relevant experience, education, applicable bar admissions, and the candidate’s overall qualifications for the position as assessed by the Firm.

ArentFox Schiff LLP is internationally recognized in core industries where business and the law intersect. With more than 600 lawyers and policy professionals, the firm serves as a destination for an international roster of corporations, governments, private individuals, and trade associations.

ArentFox Schiff is committed to equal employment opportunity and diversity in the workplace. We base all employment decisions on merit and maintain a policy of considering all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion or creed, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, citizenship status, order of protection status, national origin, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, physical or mental disability, parental status, source of income, military or veteran status, unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other basis protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Apply online at:
https://www.afslaw.com/careers/attorney-opportunities

Please submit a resume, transcripts (undergraduate and graduate), and a patent application writing sample.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Los Angeles, San Francisco, Boston, New York, Washington, D.C.

(AI/ Software) Patent Attorney / Agent Position [Full-Time/Contractor] – Law Firm – Washington, D.C.

June 20, 2025- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Work - Patent Prosecution

NSIP Law is a prospering law firm located in downtown Washington, D.C., our practice has grown over the years. We offer competitive compensation with the opportunity to grow, hybrid work schedule, along with our dynamic group and to be active participants in our practice.

Patent Counsel – Biology – Law Firm – Remote

June 20, 2025- US - Telecommute, Tech - Biotech, Work - Patent Prosecution

McNeill PLLC is looking for an experienced patent attorney with an advanced degree in Biology. Candidates must have at least 10 years of experience in patent prosecution and counseling, including experience supervising junior practitioners. Candidates should have a track record of performing work for innovative life science, biotech, and/or pharmaceutical corporations based in the United States. Applicants must be admitted to practice before the USPTO.

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Seattle, WA (Remote option available)

June 15, 2025- US - Northwest, - US - Telecommute, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

AMPACC Law Group, PLLC is seeking an experienced Patent Attorney or Agent with a portable book of business to join our practice. We are especially interested in candidates with experience in the fields of semiconductors, circuits, and telecommunications. We provide an excellent platform for a motivated attorney to cultivate and grow their list of accounts.