Jobs – Patently-O

Patent Prosecution Associate or Patent Agent – Chemistry – Law Firm – Remote

Robin — Mon, 12 Jan 2026 22:34:38 +0000

McNeill PLLC is looking for an experienced attorney or patent agent with an advanced degree in Chemistry. Candidates must have at least 3 years relevant experience in patent prosecution. 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.

IP Attorneys in EE Group – Law Firm – Washington DC

Robin — Sat, 10 Jan 2026 23:48:08 +0000

Jefferson IP Law, an eleven patent lawyer/patent agent law firm, is seeking attorneys with 3+ years of IP prosecution experience. Candidates must have technical backgrounds in Computer/ Electrical/ Telecommunication fields and also must be experienced in IP prosecution.

Patent Engineer – Corporation – Remote

Robin — Sat, 10 Jan 2026 23:41:53 +0000

All Turtles Corporation is seeking a Patent Engineer to work remotely. This role focuses on technical drafting and invention description. It does not involve prior art searching, patentability analysis, claim drafting, or legal decision-making.

A Different Kind of Patent Agent – Law Firm – Remote

Robin — Sat, 10 Jan 2026 23:29:22 +0000

Kubota & Basol LLP (K&B) was founded upon a simple principle: To offer our clients the highest-quality patent legal services while liberating them from the rigid and exorbitant cost structures imposed by large corporate law firms that often lead to rushed and lower-quality work product. Our clients are never forced to decide between high-quality legal counsel or reasonable pricing. At K&B, they can have both.

About the role:

Patent Agents on our team are different than Patent Agents at other firms. Patent Agents at K&B have direct client contact for all aspects of application drafting and patent prosecution. Here, Patent Agents are encouraged to direct or participate in disclosure meetings with clients, spearhead drafting patent applications, and interface with clients directly to incorporate client feedback. Additionally, Patent Agents are encouraged to take the lead in Examiner interviews, drafting responses and appeal briefs, and delivering oral arguments at the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB). At K&B, you are the point-person for your cases, and we are here to support you in the development of your practice. Our primary goal is to train practitioners to become independent and capable patent prosecutors in their own right; not simply to support an attorney with analysis and initial drafts. Please ask us more about how K&B is different during our interviews!

We are looking for Patent Agents who have two+ years of patent prosecution experience. Electrical engineering and/or computer science degrees are preferred, but other technical degrees will be considered, including mechanical engineering, physics and software.

Compensation will match qualifications.

Our main office is located in Los Angeles, but remote working arrangements with visits to the Los Angeles office are completely acceptable. We are also looking to grow a team in the Northern Virginia and Washington D.C. areas in particular; so, if you are interested in contributing to and participating in the development of that team, this could be a great opportunity!

We are a growing law firm--get in early at a firm where you can shape the firm, our culture, and your own practice and development!

By joining, you will also have the opportunity to work with one of the most well-known and innovative companies in the world! Between all of our clients, we prepare and prosecute patents in many exciting and cutting-edge technology areas, including AR/VR, machine learning, and others. Perform top-notch patent prosecution for cutting-edge clients in a collegial and relaxed atmosphere!

The pay range for this role is:

100,000 - 200,000 USD per year (Remote)

Apply online at:
https://ats.rippling.com/kubota-basol-llp-job-board/jobs/da29d6df-9840-4edd-bec1-b7ad58cc19f9

Include a resume and optional cover letter with your submission.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Remote

Senior Patent Attorney– Pharmaceuticals, Small Molecule – Corporation – Gaithersburg, Maryland

Robin — Thu, 08 Jan 2026 21:03:37 +0000

At AstraZeneca, we turn ideas into life-changing medicines. Working here means being entrepreneurial, thinking big and working together with the utmost integrity to make the impossible a reality. We’re passionate about the potential of science to address the unmet needs of patients around the world. We commit to those areas where we believe we can really change the course of medicine and bring big new ideas to life!

We are looking for a Senior Patent Attorney with experience in drafting and prosecution of pharmaceutical products to join our Global IP team and help turn those ideas into reality. This is a great opportunity to join a world-class in-house IP team in a leading biopharmaceutical company where you will play a vital role in protecting AstraZeneca’s fantastic pipeline. Taking on a role that bridges science and legal practice, you’ll be a global business IP advisor and will work closely with our scientists and global project teams to build and manage complex patent portfolios to protect our exciting pharmaceutical assets (including small molecules and other modalities) and innovations across R&D. As a U.S. Patent Attorney you will prosecute directly before the USPTO and partner with colleagues in the Global IP team as well as external legal counsel to obtain patents globally. Working in-house, you will keep up to date with emerging legal and pharma developments to help set and implement the global IP strategy in your area in collaboration with the Assistant General Counsel.

Typical Accountabilities:

Independently lead all aspects of build, maintenance, and defense of specific patent portfolios
Identifying and managing all associated IP risks for your projects- presenting them to IP, legal and business teams
Actively counsel members of Research & Development organizations to identify new inventions as well as devise and implement strategies for patent protection over the extended drug development life cycle
Build and implement global strategic approaches toward building patent portfolios and contributing to increased business value
Prepare and prosecute patent applications worldwide including effectively managing outside counsel as needed
Lead all aspects of large intellectual property estates in AstraZeneca's core and opportunistic therapeutic areas
Evaluate and monitor patent portfolios of third parties
Develop and communicate IP guidance to partners across the business, including within R&D, Business Development, commercial and legal
Review and analyze license agreements and other contracts
Provide IP and technical analysis in support of patent litigation
Managing external spend to meet budget targets
You may also work on business development deals or coordinate our response to legal changes in a particular country or region

Essential for the role:

U.S. Patent Attorney who can practice before the USPTO with previous experience handling pharmaceutical patent portfolios
Bachelor's Degree in chemistry, biochemistry or related science
4+ years of relevant experience in life science patent prosecution
Strong core chemical/small molecule pharmaceutical patent prosecution skills and ability to independently lead patent dockets and portfolios in multiple markets and jurisdictions

Desirable for the role:

Education to Ph.D. level or equivalent, and/or several years of laboratory experience in the relevant scientific area
Experience in the biotech and/or pharmaceutical industry
Combined law firm experience and in house experience, preferably at a global organization
Experience in leading external service providers
First-hand experience of IP-related litigation
High level of integrity and motivation, ability to work independently
Ability to balance multiple tasks and projects with constantly evolving priorities
Ability to be an enterprise leader for the organization

Office Working Requirements:

When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That’s why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn’t mean we’re not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.

The annual base pay for this position ranges from $174,009.60 - 261,014.40 USD. Our positions offer eligibility for various incentives—an opportunity to receive short-term incentive bonuses, equity-based awards for salaried roles and commissions for sales roles. Benefits offered include qualified retirement programs, paid time off (i.e., vacation, holiday, and leaves), as well as health, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans.

Apply online at:
https://astrazeneca.eightfold.ai/careers/job/563877686642385

Please include resume sharing your experience related to prosecution within the pharmaceutical industry

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Gaithersburg, Maryland

Director, Patents– Pharmaceuticals – Corporation – Gaithersburg, Maryland

Robin — Thu, 08 Jan 2026 20:56:18 +0000

We are looking for a Patent Director with significant experience in building IP portfolios which protect pharmaceutical products to join our Global IP team. This is a great opportunity to join a world-class in-house IP team in a leading biopharmaceutical company where you will play a vital role in protecting AstraZeneca’s fantastic pipeline. Taking on a role that bridges science and legal practice, you’ll be a global business IP advisor and will work closely with our scientists and global project teams to build and manage complex patent portfolios to protect our exciting pharmaceutical assets (including small molecules and other modalities) and innovations across R&D.

As a qualified US patent attorney, you will prosecute directly before the USPTO and partner with colleagues in the Global IP team as well as external legal counsel to obtain and defend patents globally.  Working in-house, you will keep up to date with emerging legal and pharma developments to help set and implement the global IP strategy in your area in collaboration with the Assistant General Counsel.

What you'll do:

Independently lead all aspects of build, maintenance and defense of specific patent portfolios
Actively counsel members of Research & Development organizations to identify new inventions as well as devise and implement strategies for patent protection over the extended drug development life cycle
Build and implement global strategic approaches toward building patent portfolios and contributing to increased business value
Prepare and prosecute patent applications worldwide including effectively managing outside counsel as needed
Lead all aspects of large intellectual property estates in AstraZeneca's core and opportunistic therapeutic areas
Evaluate and monitor patent portfolios of third parties
Develop and communicate IP guidance to partners across the business, including within R&D, Business Development, commercial and legal
Review and analyze license agreements and other contracts
Provide IP and technical analysis in support of patent litigation and oppositions
Identifying and managing all associated IP risks for your project – presenting them to IP, legal and business teams. You’ll craft strategies for the filing, prosecution, maintenance and defense of patents in your portfolio against third-party challenges.
Managing external spend to meet budget targets
You may also work on business development deals or coordinate our response to legal changes in a particular country or region

Essential for the role:

Qualified US patent attorney, with previous experience of handling pharmaceutical patent portfolios
Bachelors degree or equivalent in Chemistry
At least 7 years of relevant experience in life science patent prosecution with global portfolios
Strong core chemical/small molecule pharmaceutical patent prosecution skills and ability to independently lead patent dockets and portfolios in multiple markets and jurisdictions
Strong communication skills
Ability to be an enterprise leader for the organization
High level of integrity and motivation, ability to work independently
Ability to balance multiple tasks and projects with constantly evolving priorities

Desirable for the role:

Education to Ph.D. level or equivalent, and/or several years of laboratory experience in the relevant scientific area
Experience in the biotech and/or pharmaceutical industry
Combined in-house and law firm experience preferred
Experience in leading external service providers
First-hand experience of IP-related litigation

Apply online at:
https://astrazeneca.eightfold.ai/careers/job/563877686643014

Please include your updated resume that highlights your patent prosecution experience within the pharmaceutical industry

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Gaithersburg, Maryland

AI Specialist – Patent Law – Law Firm – Remote within US

Robin — Thu, 08 Jan 2026 04:18:50 +0000

Harrity is seeking a AI Specialist - Patent Law with hands-on experience in the patent field and a strong interest in AI, data, and software tools. This role is ideal for a former patent attorney, agent, examiner, or analyst who is interested in the technical aspect of patent law without the nuances of legal work.

U.S. Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Remote – US

Robin — Tue, 06 Jan 2026 20:14:13 +0000

Kennedy Lenart IP LLP, a small law firm, is seeking a Patent Attorney to work remotely.

U.S. Patent Attorney/Agent – Law Firm – Nagoya-shi, Aichi-ken, JAPAN

Robin — Mon, 05 Jan 2026 20:25:25 +0000

The Okada Patent and Trademark Office, P.C., a leading Japanese intellectual property law firm in Nagoya, Japan, seeks a US patent attorney or agent to fill a position which is going to be vacant in September 2026.

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – McLean, VA

Robin — Sat, 03 Jan 2026 21:54:32 +0000

Muir Patent Law, PLLC is seeking a registered patent attorney for patent prosecution in the electrical arts. Candidates should have an EE, Computer Engineering, Physics, or equivalent degree/background, and at least 3 years of patent prosecution experience. Strong writing/communication skills required. Semiconductor, circuit, medical imaging, and/or USPTO experience is a plus. Our attorneys enjoy flexible work schedules - we are a virtual firm as of July 2023. Individuals must be able to work independently to provide high-quality work product in a timely manner. We are based in Northern Virginia, which is preferred for our informal monthly meetings, but we will consider candidates from other locations. This position is ideal for an individual who is looking to be part of a growing small firm of highly experienced and friendly professionals, and who enjoys the challenge of working with cutting-edge, complex technologies. Learn more at https://www.muirpatentlaw.com.