Scientific Advisor – Patent Prosecution Law Firm in Austin, TX
Scientific Advisor – Patent Prosecution Law Firm Position within the life sciences-focused patent counseling and prosecution. Position is located in Austin, TX.
Duties include:
– conduct prior art database searches for patentability and freedom to operate analyses
– analyze patent and scientific papers and documents to assist patent agents and attorneys on patent prosecution and counseling
– draft patent applications and responses to office actions
– advise agents and lawyers on technology issues
Job Qualifications
Candidates must have a Ph.D in in biotechnology or a related field; postdoctoral experience is preferred but not required. Excellent written and verbal English communication skills are required. Broad scientific knowledge in biochemistry, microbiology, immunology, cell biology, medicinal chemistry, and/or pharmacology is required.
This position was shared by a VU PhD alumnae. Interested VU trainees may contact Kim Petrie (kim.petrie@vanderbilt.edu) for information on applying.