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San Francisco, CA, United States

Patent Agent

Attorney

1-10 yrs required

Full-time

No

Job Overview: A law firm in San Francisco, CA, is seeking a highly qualified Patent Agent to join their intellectual property team. The ideal candidate will have 2-5 years of experience in patent prosecution, preferably at the USPTO or in a law firm setting. Strong academic credentials, excellent writing skills, and a keen analytical mind are essential. Industry experience in related fields such as organic chemistry or medicinal chemistry is advantageous.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct patentability searches and draft patent applications in accordance with USPTO requirements.
• Collaborate with inventors, attorneys, and clients to strategically protect intellectual property assets.
• Provide technical and scientific expertise in evaluating patent landscapes and conducting freedom-to-operate analyses.
• Assist in patent prosecution, including responding to office actions and conducting examiner interviews.
• Conduct due diligence reviews and intellectual property audits.

Requirements:

• 2-5 years of experience in patent prosecution, preferably in a law firm or USPTO environment.
• Strong academic credentials with a . in organic chemistry, medicinal chemistry, or a related discipline. Alternatively, an . with significant industry experience will be considered.
• Proficiency in understanding chemical structures, properties, and related technologies.
• PTO registration is strongly preferred. Technical specialists with eligibility to sit for the Patent Bar will also be considered.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Skills:

• Ability to analyze complex technical and scientific information.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Proficiency in conducting patent searches and drafting patent applications.
• Team-oriented with excellent interpersonal skills.

Education and Certifications:

• . in organic chemistry, medicinal chemistry, or a related field preferred.
• PTO registration strongly preferred, or eligibility to sit for the Patent Bar.

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