Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Location: Flexible U.S. Offices | Hybrid Work Environment

Summary Foley & Lardner’s nationally recognized Chemical, Biotechnology & Pharmaceutical group is seeking a Patent Agent or Patent Attorney with a Ph.D. in life sciences to support its growing portfolio of biotech and pharmaceutical clients. This is an exceptional opportunity to work with cutting-edge innovations and a top-tier legal team known for strategic IP counsel. Ideal for professionals with strong scientific backgrounds and a passion for life sciences, patent law, and client-facing advisory work.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft and prosecute U.S. and international patent applications in the biotechnology and life sciences sectors
  

• Conduct patentability, freedom-to-operate, and due diligence analyses
  

• Advise clients on IP strategy, portfolio management, and patent lifecycle issues
  

• Collaborate with partners and senior attorneys on patent opinions and litigation strategy support
  

• Engage in client communication and USPTO correspondence
  

• Stay informed on developments in biotech IP law and relevant case precedents
  

• Participate in internal training and contribute to knowledge sharing across the team

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Genetics, or a closely related life sciences field
  

• Minimum 3 years of experience in patent drafting and prosecution
  

• USPTO registration is required
  

• Experience preparing patent opinions (preferred)
  

• Strong legal research, technical writing, and client communication skills
  

• Law firm or IP agency background preferred
  

• Demonstrated ability to counsel clients and manage workflow independently
  

• Excellent academic credentials

Please Do Not Apply If You:

• Do not have direct experience in biotech or pharmaceutical patent drafting/prosecution
  

• Are unwilling to develop subject-matter depth in the life sciences IP space
  

• Avoid direct client interaction or prefer to work in isolated, non-collaborative environments
  

• Are not open to working in a fast-paced, high-performing team
  

• Cannot commit to timely bar admission in Florida (if applicable to your location)

Interview Process

1. Resume & Academic Transcript Review
   

2. Initial Screen with IP Team
   

3. Technical Interview or Writing Sample Evaluation
   

4. Interview Panel with Senior Patent Attorneys and Partners
   

5. Final “Office Fit” Discussion & Offer

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