Junior Patent Prosecution Associate – Life Sciences

Our client is seeking a junior patent associate with one to three years of legal practice experience for their life sciences practice in either their Mountain View or New York office. The ideal candidate will have a PhD (or MD) in organic chemistry, medicinal chemistry, cell biology, immunology, molecular biology, microbiology, oncology or a related field. Post-doctoral experience is desirable, but not required.  Member of the California required. A USPTO registration number, superior academic credentials, excellent oral, written and interpersonal skills a must.

COVID Vaccine Policy
The firm requires all personnel to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to enter any of its offices or attend any Firm-sponsored off-site gatherings (including, but not limited to, team retreats, seminars, client sites) to ensure the safety and well-being of our employees and community and to support public health efforts. This position will require you to be in-office and/or attend off-site gatherings and, therefore, written proof of full vaccination will be required as a condition of employment. The Firm will comply with applicable law regarding the reasonable accommodation of individuals with disabilities and/or sincerely held religious beliefs.

Benefits and Compensation Details
Our client believes that their partners and employees are their most important asset. Helping you and your families achieve and maintain good health – physical, emotional, and financial – is the reason they offer a comprehensive benefit program. They provide benefits to eligible employees under plans such as Healthcare, Life Insurance, Health Savings Accounts, Flexible Spending Accounts, and Wellbeing.

The anticipated range for this position is: $180,000 – $250,000

Depending on the role, the actual base salary offered may depend upon a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.

A discretionary bonus for eligible employees may also be available based on performance.  Additional information about employee eligibility for benefits and discretionary bonus will be made available upon request