Patent Agent/Patent Attorney, Chemistry
Blank Rome LLP
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Job Description
Patent Agent/Patent Attorney, Chemistry at Blank Rome LLP
Blank Rome LLP is seeking a dedicated Patent Agent/Patent Attorney, Chemistry to join its patent prosecution practice. This role offers the opportunity to work with complex chemistry-related intellectual property, supporting both domestic and international patent filings.
Successful candidates will possess a strong academic background in chemistry or a related scientific field, coupled with practical experience in patent law.
Responsibilities
- Draft and prosecute patent applications before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
- Manage and prosecute international patent applications through various global offices.
- Provide crucial support for intellectual property due diligence processes.
- Adhere to strict internal and client-driven deadlines, managing multiple assignments concurrently.
Qualifications
- At least 2 years of experience in patent prosecution.
- Master's Degree or Doctor of Philosophy in chemistry, organic chemistry, applied chemistry, polymer science, polymer engineering, biochemistry, or a related scientific field.
- Must be registered to practice in front of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (Patent Bar eligible).
- If applicable, licensed to practice law in the respective state.
- Demonstrated strong time management, organizational, writing, and analytical skills.
- Ability to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced legal environment.
Work Environment & Compensation
This is a non-partner track, full-time position. Candidates have the flexibility to be based out of our Chicago, New York, Houston, Philadelphia, South Florida, or Washington, D.C. offices.
The target annual pay range for this role in Chicago, New York City, and Washington, D.C. is $150,000 - $200,000, supplemented by performance-based bonuses. Compensation in other locations will be adjusted to local market rates. Blank Rome LLP provides a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life, accident, and disability insurance, 401(k) retirement benefits, commuter benefits, and well-being programs.
Key skills/competency
- Patent Prosecution
- Chemistry
- Organic Chemistry
- Intellectual Property
- USPTO Regulations
- Legal Research
- Due Diligence
- Patent Drafting
- Analytical Skills
- Time Management
How to Get Hired at Blank Rome LLP
- Research Blank Rome LLP's culture: Study their mission, values, recent news, and employee testimonials on LinkedIn and Glassdoor to align your application.
- Tailor your resume: Customize your resume to highlight experience in chemistry, patent prosecution, and USPTO registration, matching keywords from the Patent Agent/Patent Attorney, Chemistry job description.
- Showcase your expertise: Emphasize your Master's/Ph.D. in chemistry and your Patent Bar eligibility or law license, demonstrating specialized knowledge.
- Prepare for interviews: Practice discussing your experience in patent drafting, prosecution strategies, and your ability to manage multiple client-driven deadlines under pressure.
- Engage with the firm: For direct submissions (if applicable), ensure all communications are professional. Note for this role, headhunter submissions are directed to Erica Rovinsky.
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