Prestigious IP Boutique. Interesting work from innovative clients. A top firm for representing patent owners & petitioners at the PTAB, and complainants at the ITC. Voted a "Best Place to Work" in DC Business Journal. Collaborative work culture. The firm's Biotechnology & Life Sciences practices are ranked National "Tier 1" REQUIREMENTS - JD and actively licensed as an attorney in a U.S. jurisdiction. - Must be eligible to waive into the D.C. Bar or be willing and eligible to sit for the D.C. bar exam. - Master’s degree (PhD preferred) focused on molecular biology, biochemistry, biotechnology, chemistry, organic chemistry, molecular genetics, human genetics, antibodies, immunology, or related scientific discipline - Experience practicing patent prosecution at another law firm - USPTO registration number - A strong foundation in IP and patent law - The ability to communicate legal concepts clearly and concisely - Previous wet lab experience preferred - Stellar academic credentials 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.