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IP Litigation Associate – Life Sciences #22288 Washington, DC
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An IP Litigation Associate with a Ph.D. in Chemistry and a Juris Doctor degree who handles complex patent litigation matters in the life sciences and pharmaceutical sectors.
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REQUIREMENTS
The qualified candidate possesses a Ph.D. in Chemistry and experience working with sophisticated technologies involving pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, chemistry, chemical engineering, materials science, or related disciplines. The ideal candidate has an interest in complex intellectual property and patent litigation matters involving life sciences technologies. Prior patent litigation experience is preferred but not required. The successful candidate will have strong analytical, research, writing, and communication skills, along with the ability to understand and explain complex scientific concepts. Candidates must have a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school, a Ph.D. in Chemistry, and be admitted to and in good standing with the relevant local Bar. Registration to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office is preferred but not required.
SUMMARY
Vanguard Intellectual Partners (Vanguard-IP) specializes in the placement of IP/Patent professionals nationwide.
Our sole focus on intellectual property 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.
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