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Patent Associate/Agent

Vanguard-IP
New York, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 12/20/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/20/2026

REQUIREMENTS
The ideal candidate will have experience in patent drafting, U.S. and foreign patent prosecution, IP due diligence, patentability searches, and freedom-to-operate studies as well as a Ph.D. degree in molecular biology, biochemistry or equivalent life science degree. Admission to the USPTO is required. Strong research, writing and oral advocacy skills are essential. The candidate will have an excellent academic record, a strong work ethic, good attention to detail, excellent analytical, verbal and written communication skills.

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.**

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