Cooley LLP/Washington, DC

Experience Required

We are seeking a highly motivated and qualified individual with substantive industry experience and a Ph.D. in pharmaceutical or organic chemistry, pharmaceutical formulation, pharmacology or related disciplines to join our busy life science focused patent counseling, prosecution, and litigation practice. Duties include but are not limited to: conduct prior art database searches for patentability and freedom to operate analyses; analyze patent and scientific papers and documents to assist patent attorneys on patent prosecution, counseling, and litigation; draft patent applications and responses to office actions; and advise lawyers on technology issues in preparation for depositions. Must have superb technical, written and verbal communication skills in English. Proficiency in the Japanese language would be preferred. Individual must possess initiative, be a fast learner, and work well with others. Must be admitted to the USPTO or eligible to sit for the USPTO registration exam and otherwise meet the requirements for registration as a patent agent. Law school tuition assistance may be available. EOE.

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