Patent Agent/Advisor (Biotech)

Direct Counsel is seeking a Patent Agent/Advisor with a strong background in biotechnology to join a leading life sciences patent counseling and prosecution practice in Palo Alto. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with advanced scientific training who are interested in applying their expertise to intellectual property law in a dynamic and highly regarded practice.

Requirements

• Conduct prior art database searches for patentability and freedom-to-operate analyses.
• Review and analyze patents and scientific publications to support patent prosecution, counseling, and litigation.
• Draft patent applications and responses to USPTO office actions.
• Participate in post-grant proceedings before the USPTO.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision
• HSA/FSA
• Commuter benefits
• Life insurance
• LTD
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick leave
• 10 paid holidays
• Parental leave
• Fertility benefits