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Patent Prosecution Associate Attorney

Vanguard-IP
San Francisco, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/24/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/23/2026

REQUIREMENTS
• The ideal candidate will be a high performer with significant law firm experience in patent prosecution.
• Admission to a state bar is required.
• Graduate degree in biology or a related field is required.
• USPTO registration is required.
• Experience in IP strategy, portfolio management, and the preparation and prosecution of patent applications.
• Candidates should be team players with strong interpersonal skills.

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

Our sole focus on intellectual property 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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