REQUIREMENTS
• PhD (or equivalent advanced degree) in biology, biochemistry, molecular biology, or a related life sciences field. A Master's degree with substantial industry or research experience may also be considered.
• Prior patent prosecution experience in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, or life sciences.
• Familiarity with working in protein and nucleic acid technologies, cell biology, antibodies, and bioinformatics is highly preferred.
• Experience working with academic institutions, startups, and mid-sized companies in the biotech or pharma space.
• Licensed to practice law in Illinois (or licensed in another state and qualified to sit for the Illinois Bar Exam).
• Admission to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex scientific concepts in legal and technical terms.
• Legal analysis and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think creatively and strategically in patent prosecution.
• Strong client management abilities, with the capacity to develop long-term relationships and deliver excellent service.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Ambition, adaptability, and a desire to develop professionally, with an interest in taking on leadership responsibilities in the future.
• Proactive in seeking feedback, managing time, and continually improving.

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

Our concentrated focus in these areas 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.