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Patent Attorney - Chemistry PhD

Beacon Hill
Washington, DC Full Time
POSTED ON 10/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/20/2026

A sophisticated intellectual property practice is seeking a patent attorney with a strong scientific background in chemistry or a related life science to join its patent prosecution team. This is an excellent opportunity for a junior attorney who wants substantive experience working with complex technologies and sophisticated clients.

The ideal candidate will have:

  • 1 years of substantive patent prosecution experience
  • Ph.D. REQUIRED in chemistry, biochemistry, life sciences, pharmaceutical sciences, biotechnology, or a related field
  • J.D. and active membership in at least one U.S. state bar
  • Active USPTO registration
  • Strong technical, analytical, and writing skills

This position will involve patent drafting and prosecution, prior art and patentability analysis, inventor interaction, and portfolio-related work. Candidates should be intellectually curious, detail-oriented, and interested in developing significant responsibility as a patent practitioner.

Qualified candidates are invited to apply today.

Desired Skills and Experience

Patent Prosecution
Chemistry PhD
Patentability
Patent Analysis
Prior Art Search
Patent Drafting
Office Action Response

Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.


California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.


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Company Profile:


Founded by industry leaders to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing, we deliver coordinated staffing solutions with unparalleled service, a commitment to project completion and success and a passion for innovation, creativity and continuous improvement.


Our niche brands offer a complete suite of staffing services to emerging growth companies and the Fortune 500 across market sectors, career specialties/disciplines and industries. Over time, office locations, specialty practice areas and service offerings will be added to address ever changing constituent needs.


Learn more about Beacon Hill and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences and Beacon Hill Technologies by visiting www.bhsg.com.


Benefits Information:


Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings.


We look forward to working with you.


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