Intellectual Property Attorney jobs in District of Columbia

**Must answer application questions for this job opening to be considered for this position.**

Position is for Senior Associate, Counsel or Junior Partner level attorney.

Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Intellectual Property Attorney to join our large law firm client's growing team. The ideal candidate will have at least five years of experience drafting and prosecuting patent applications in the fields of synthetic organic chemistry, biochemistry, and pharmaceutical sciences. Applicants are required to have a Ph.D. or master’s degree in organic chemistry or related field. A strong academic background and excellent research, writing and communication skills are essential for this role.

Must be admitted to practice in the relevant jurisdiction as well as before the USPTO.

This is a hybrid position requiring 2-3 days in the office each week.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $200,000.00 - $400,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Have you ever worked at a law firm(s) with at least 100 attorneys? If so, for how long and what is the name of the firm(s)?
• Do you have a PhD or Master's degree in Organic Chemistry or a related field?
• Are you a registered patent agent who is admitted to practice before the USPTO?
• Do you have at least five years of experience drafting and prosecuting patent applications in the fields of synthetic organic chemistry, biochemistry, and pharmaceutical sciences?

License/Certification:

• District of Columbia Bar License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Washington, DC (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Washington, DC: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person