REQUIREMENTS

• An advanced degree in Biology, Molecular Biology, or a related field of study

• Prior patent experience

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to collaborate and work effectively in team settings

• Sound judgment, maturity, and an inquisitive nature

• Interpersonal skills necessary to work effectively with business leaders, attorneys, scientists, engineers, inventors, and patent examiners

• A strong work ethic paired with the ability to juggle multiple job responsibilities

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Review technical disclosures and participate in client interviews to understand new inventions

• Search literature and patent databases to determine the patentability of inventions

• Draft written assessments of the prospects of obtaining patent protection

• Write patent applications

• Prepare responses to communications from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office

• Develop arguments for patentability to Patent Office Examiners

• Review patents as part of the IP due diligence for a potential acquisition or merger

SUMMARY
Vanguard-IP specializes in the placement of IP/Patent professionals nationwide.

Our focus provides us with a deeper knowledge of our clients’ needs, and our candidates’ individual talents and career interests. Our broad network of long-term client relationships also gives us a competitive edge.

Our recruiters all have 10 years of IP recruiting experience, and an exceptional record of success. We have superior knowledge of the IP job market, and offer trusted career advice for our candidates. We also have the resources and high level contacts to get your questions answered.

We look forward to speaking with you, and learning more about what you are seeking in your next opportunity.

CONFIDENTIALITY

At Vanguard-IP, we respect the confidentiality of every candidate who contacts us. We will always contact you to obtain explicit prior authorization before submitting your resume to any of our clients.

**Should you have an interest in a similar position in another location, we have hundreds of openings in other markets. Please apply now and our team would be happy to review your information for this or other openings in your location of interest.**