Patent Agent

Location

West Hartford, CT, United States

Posted on

Jun 15, 2025

Valid Through

Jul 15, 2025

Profile

Job Overview :

A West Hartford, CT-based law firm is seeking an experienced Patent Agent to support a dynamic intellectual property group with a focus on the life sciences sector. Acting on behalf of this firm, the recruiting team is looking for an individual with a strong technical foundation and proven ability in patent preparation, prosecution, and strategy. This position involves working closely with a multi-disciplinary patent team on a diverse array of legal and technical matters related to biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, and medical devices.

Duties :

Analyze inventions across a wide spectrum of scientific and technical domains to assess patentability

Prepare and draft U.S. patent applications tailored to life sciences and related innovations

Manage the prosecution of U.S. patent applications and collaborate with foreign representatives for international filings

Support patent portfolio strategy and due diligence efforts for transactions or licensing

Conduct legal and technical research relevant to intellectual property rights and patent law

Collaborate directly with legal professionals, clients, and corporate stakeholders on IP initiatives

Act as a bridge between internal departments and outside legal partners to facilitate IP alignment

Requirements :

Minimum of 4 years of hands-on experience in patent prosecution, preferably within a law firm or in-house legal teams

Substantive expertise in biotechnology, pharmaceutical, or medical device-related intellectual property

Active registration to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office or a clear pathway to registration

Prior exposure to mechanical or electrical patent matters is considered advantageous

Strong organizational and communication abilities

Comfortable operating in a collaborative, fast-paced legal environment

Education :

Doctorate (Ph.D.) in a life sciences-related field (e.g., biology, biochemistry, molecular biology, pharmacology)

Certifications :

U.S. Patent Bar registration or eligibility to sit for the exam in the near term

Admission to a State Bar (only required for candidates with J.D. backgrounds; not mandatory for non-attorney applicants)

Skills :

Advanced understanding of patent law principles and prosecution practices

Technical literacy in relevant biological or chemical technologies

Exceptional research and analytical capabilities

Ability to synthesize legal and scientific data into strategic insights

Clear and professional written and verbal communication

Job Location :

West Hartford, Connecticut

Company info

BCG Attorney Search

125 Park Avenue, 25th floor

New York

New York

United States 10017

Phone : (212) 232-0277

Fax : (213) 895-7306

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