Intellectual Property - Life Sciences - Midlevel Associate
Company: Direct Counsel
Location: Orange
Posted on: February 13, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Direct Counsel is partnering
with a distinguished American international law firm to find a
midlevel associate with 1–5 years of patent prosecution experience
in biotechnology. The ideal candidate will have an advanced
degree—preferably a Ph.D.—in a life sciences field such as
molecular biology, immunology, biochemistry, or cell biology. This
position involves working closely with emerging companies on patent
prosecution and strategic IP counseling, particularly in
cutting-edge areas like antibodies, DNA/RNA therapeutics, chemical
biology, and gene-editing technologies. Qualifications: 1–5 years
of biotech patent prosecution experience Advanced degree (Ph.D.
preferred) in a life sciences discipline USPTO Registration Number
(Patent Bar membership) is required Candidates must pass the patent
bar exam either prior to joining or within the first 12 months of
employment
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