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Associate - Patent Prosecution (Chemistry, Pharmaceutical) #20468

Vanguard-IP
San Diego, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/7/2026

Premier IP Boutique Firm with Cravath level compensation.
Among the leaders in every category of Patent Law and PTAB Activity.
The firm provides meaningful responsibility to new lawyers, and a realistic path to Partner.
Awarded "Outstanding Workplace Award" for a positive and healthy firm culture.
Represent primarily mid-sized to large companies.

REQUIREMENTS
• PhD in Chemistry or closely related field and small molecule and/or pharmaceutical experience.
• Significant experience as a Patent Prosecution Attorney.
• Active membership in the state bar and compliance with CLE requirements.
• Registration before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
• Superior writing skills and excellent academic credentials.
• Ability to thrive when using your analytical skills to conduct complex and detailed analysis of legal matters.
• Enjoy communicating with a diverse group of clients, attorneys, and staff.
• Enthusiastic about working within a team-oriented environment and will contribute to effective team relationships.

SUMMARY
Vanguard Intellectual Partners (Vanguard-IP) specializes in the placement of IP/Patent professionals nationwide.

Our concentrated focus in these areas enables us to more deeply understand our clients’ technical needs, and our candidates’ individual talents and career interests. Our broad network of long-term client relationships 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 resume noticed by the people who matter.

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. Furthermore, we will always obtain expressed authorization before submitting your resume to any of our clients.

**Should you have an interest in exploring opportunities 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.

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