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Patent Agent

Marina Sirras & Associates LLC
Palo Alto, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 9/19/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/18/2025

Patent Agent or Technical Advisor - Ph.D. Biological Science

Our client is a major Am law 100 firm, seeking a Patent Agent or entry-level Technical Advisor, with a Ph.D. in the biological sciences for its Intellectual Property practice in Palo Alto, CA. The salary for this position is between $125k to $205k.


Qualifications

  • Ph.D in Cellular & Molecular Biology, Immunology, Genetics, Biochemistry, or a related field.
  • USPTO admission or eligibility to take the USPTO exam.
  • Broad scientific knowledge in biotechnology required.
  • Excellent academic credentials.
  • Strong writing and verbal communication skills.
  • All candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S.


Additional Information

This position involves prosecution of life sciences patents, which includes conducting prior art database searches for patentability and freedom to operate analyses; analyzing patents and scientific papers to assist patent attorneys on patent prosecution, counseling, and litigation; drafting patent applications and responses to office actions; and participating in post-grant procedures at the USPTO. The firm does cover law school tuition for patent agent candidates.


About Us

Marina Sirras & Associates LLC is a boutique legal recruiting firm committed to connecting exceptional legal talent with top-tier law firms and in-house legal departments nationwide. With decades of experience and a personalized, relationship-driven approach, we take pride in understanding the unique needs of both our clients and candidates.

We are a proud member of the National Association of Legal Search Consultants (NALSC) and strictly adhere to the NALSC Code of Ethics. Marina Sirras, our founder, is a former President and Chairperson of the organization, reflecting our longstanding commitment to integrity and professionalism in legal recruiting.

To learn more about our team and services, please visit us at www.lawseek.com.

Salary : $125,000 - $205,000

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