Patent Law

Klarquist Sparkman, LLP, a mid-size law firm focusing exclusively on Intellectual Property law, is actively seeking a Biotechnology patent associate or patent agent with an advanced degree in biotechnology, pharmacology, and/or life sciences for its office located in Portland, Oregon.  Candidates should have superior academic credentials and 3+ years of experience in drafting biotechnology opinions and drafting and prosecuting biotechnology patent applications.  Candidates must be registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.  Ideal candidates will have a Ph.D. or M.D. and possess excellent writing, interpersonal, and communication skills.

The Firm?s biotechnology patent work has included protecting inventions related to the full spectrum of molecular biology, including recombinant DNA technology, immunology, therapeutics, and nanotechnology.  As patent counsel for the National Institutes of Health, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and many biotechnology companies and universities worldwide, the Firm works with leading researchers in diverse fields of biotechnology.  For more information on the firm and its Biotechnology group, please visit http://www.klarquist.com.

Klarquist Sparkman offers patent attorneys and agents not only a challenging career representing top-caliber clients, but also a balance between work and life outside of work.  Our attorneys and agents enjoy a reasonable billable hour requirement and compensation based on a percentage of billings.  Overall, the firm?s compensation and benefits package is highly competitive with other top-level firms in the Pacific Northwest.

Contact:
Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume, and relevant writing sample by email to recruiting@klarquist.com or by mail to:

Human Resources Manager
Klarquist Sparkman, LLP
121 SW Salmon, Suite 1600
Portland, Oregon 97204

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Law Firm
Location: Portland, Oregon