Senior Patent Associate – Biotechnology & Life Sciences | New York, NY- 396186

Job ID: 396186

Practice area:- Intellectual Property - General,Intellectual Property - Patent Licensing,IP - Patent - Biochemistry,IP - Patent - Bioengineering,IP - Patent - Biology,IP - Patent - Biomechanics,IP - Patent - Biophysics,IP - Patent - Biotechnology,IP - Patent - Cellular Technology,IP - Patent - Chemical Engineering,IP - Patent - Chemistry,IP - Patent - Endocrinology,IP - Patent - Genetics,IP - Patent - Genomics,IP - Patent - Life Science General,IP - Patent - Medicine,IP - Patent - Molecular Biology,IP - Patent - Neuroscience,IP - Patent - Oncology,IP - Patent - Organic chemistry,IP - Patent - Pharmacology

Keywords:- patent licensing, royalty agreement, technology transfer, IP monetization, patent portfolio strategy

Senior Patent Associate – Biotechnology & Life Sciences | New York, NY

A prestigious Am Law firm is seeking an experienced Patent Associate Attorney to join its cutting-edge Biotechnology and Life Sciences team in New York, NY. Work with global innovators on complex IP matters, including counseling, due diligence, patent preparation and prosecution, and high-level IP agreements.

This American law firm has over 500 lawyers that practice in business and finance, litigation, public finance, real estate, and intellectual property. The firm was established well over 100 years ago.

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Top-tier Am Law firm seeks a Patent Associate for its Biotechnology team in New York. Handle advanced life sciences patent counseling, prosecution, due diligence, and IP agreements. Join a nationally recognized practice with major career-growth potential.

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About the Opportunity

This leading U.S. law firm—well established for more than a century—operates a major intellectual property and biotechnology practice known for representing cutting-edge corporate and research clients. The firm is highly regarded for its scientific depth, strong mentorship environment, and long-standing reputation in complex IP work. Associates here gain exposure to sophisticated life science innovations while benefiting from a supportive, collaborative, and well-resourced platform.

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Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic counseling and due diligence for life sciences-related patent matters.

• Prepare and prosecute U.S. and international patent applications.

• Draft and negotiate intellectual property agreements.

• Handle interparty matters as needed.

• Collaborate closely with scientists, researchers, and corporate clients.

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Qualifications

• 3–6 years of experience in biotechnology, life sciences patent prosecution, and IP counseling.

• Active Bar admission in GA, NY, or PA.

• USPTO registration required.

• Excellent academic record.

• Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.

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Education

• Graduate degree in molecular biology, immunology, biochemistry, or a related life sciences discipline.

• Ph.D. highly preferred due to the technical nature of the work.

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Skills & Competencies

• Advanced analytical, research, and problem-solving abilities.

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

• Strong client-communication and project-management skills.

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Culture & Firm Appeal

The firm is recognized for its collegial culture, scientific sophistication, and commitment to associate development. With more than 500 attorneys across multiple practice areas, the firm offers a stable, nationally respected platform with exceptional training and resources. Associates benefit from structured mentorship, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and access to high-profile clients in emerging technology sectors.

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Why This Role Is Unique

• Work with global leaders in biotechnology, pharma, genetics, oncology, and molecular sciences.

• Handle complex patent portfolios spanning breakthrough medical and scientific technologies.

• Ideal for attorneys with a deep scientific background seeking partner-track IP career growth.

• Rare opportunity to join a well-established practice that values technical expertise and offers long-term professional development.

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Call to Action

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