Bioinformatics and Computational Biology Patent Attorney

Job ID: 428486

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a USPTO-registered Patent Attorney with expertise in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Artificial Intelligence, or a related field, based in Washington, DC, with remote options available. The role offers an alternative to traditional partnership-track positions with a lower billable hour requirement.

Duties

Conduct patent prosecution in the fields of bioinformatics and computational biology.

Collaborate with clients to develop patent strategies.

Draft and review patent applications and related documents.

Provide counsel on intellectual property matters.

Requirements

USPTO registration required.

Minimum of three years of patent prosecution experience.

Admission or qualification for admission to the state bar of the primary office location.

Education

Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, or a related field preferred.

Certifications

USPTO registration.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Proficiency in technical writing.

Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills.

Benefits

Remote and hybrid work options available.

This Amlaw firm specializes in intellectual property and is committed to providing its associates with both a positive work environment and sophisticated work. Flexible scheduling and pro-bono work are aspects highly valued by the firm. This firm has also obtained its second perfect score on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation's Corporate Equality Index as Best Place to Work for LGBT equality.

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