Patent Agent or Attorney

Bachelor's or Master's in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Genetics, or related field. USPTO registration as a Patent Agent. 3–7 years of patent prosecution experience (in-house, law firm, or combination), with life sciences patent drafting and prosecution experience. Familiarity with IP issues in genomics, diagnostics, or enzyme technologies. Strong writing skills, attention to detail, and ability to communicate complex ideas clearly. Experience with commercial contract drafting or review (NDAs, licenses, MTAs). Background in next-generation sequencing or biotech tools. Prior experience supporting cross-functional legal or BD teams.

Draft, file, and prosecute U.S. and international patent applications related to enzyme engineering, NGS reagents, kits, and platforms. Collaborate closely with R&D teams to identify inventions, maintain lab notebooks, and conduct invention disclosure reviews. Conduct freedom-to-operate (FTO) analyses and monitor competitor IP landscapes. Coordinate with outside patent counsel and foreign associates to manage global prosecution. Review, draft, and negotiate license agreements, Material Transfer Agreements (MTAs), Collaboration and Sponsored Research Agreements (SRAs), and supply, distribution, and commercial contracts. Support IP diligence activities for partnerships, M&A, and financings. Help refine and implement company-wide IP strategies aligned with business and scientific goals. Support development of IP awareness and training for R&D staff. Track docket deadlines and ensure timely execution of filings and annuities.