Atlanta GA
Patent Agent

Patent Agent/Technical Specialist (Chemistry)

CM Legal

A leading law firm is seeking a Technology Specialist (Chemistry) for any of its U.S. offices. This role is an integral part of the firm’s Intellectual Property practice, offering the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies with top-tier clients from day one, learn from experienced practitioners, and take on significant responsibility early in your career. For those interested in eventually becoming an attorney, the firm also offers an internal law school program, with many attorneys having started their careers as technology specialists.

Responsibilities include drafting patent applications, corresponding with the patent office on pending applications, advising patent litigation teams based on technical expertise, and interviewing inventors about new ideas.

Candidates should hold a PhD in Chemistry or a closely related field, with small molecule and/or pharmaceutical experience, along with 1–3 years of patent drafting and/or prosecution experience. Superior writing skills and excellent academic credentials are required, and registration before the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office is preferred.

The expected salary range is $100,000–$185,000, depending on qualifications and experience. Benefits include a flexible hybrid work environment, retirement and profit-sharing plans, an annual technology allowance, family-friendly policies, and comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage.

 

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