Junior to Midlevel Patent Agent, Prosecution

Ashurst Perkins Coie

. Draft and prosecute patent applications .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeUnited StatesJunior💰 $150,000 - $225,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in patent prosecution, particularly within life sciences, with a strong ability to draft applications and provide comprehensive client counseling. Proficient in handling U.S. and foreign patent office practices, due diligence, and litigation support.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Patent Prosecution ExperienceLife Sciences Client CounselingU.S. and Foreign Patent Office PracticeAdmission to the USPTOAdvanced Degree in Biology, Chemistry, or Biotechnical Discipline

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Hard Skills

Drafting Patent ApplicationsProsecuting Patent ApplicationsOpinion WorkDue DiligenceLicensingLitigation Support

Soft Skills

Excellent Academic Credentials

Certifications & Qualifications

Admission to the USPTO

Industry Keywords

Life SciencesPatent Office PracticeClient Counseling

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Draft and prosecute patent applications
Handle U.S. and foreign patent office practice
Perform opinion work, due diligence, licensing, and litigation support
Counsel clients on life sciences-focused projects
Handle sophisticated matters at local and national levels

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least 2 years of patent prosecution experience working with life sciences clients
Experience drafting and prosecuting patent applications
Advanced degree in biology, chemistry, or a biotechnical discipline
Admission to the USPTO
Excellent academic credentials
Ability to perform U.S. and foreign patent office practice, opinion work, due diligence, licensing, litigation support, and client counseling
Cover letter, resume, graduate/undergraduate transcripts, and a technical writing sample required for application

Benefits

Comp & perks

Supportive working environment