Massachusetts-Boston, Pennsylvania-Philadelphia, Texas-Dallas, Florida-Ft. Lauderdale, New Jersey-North, Florida-Miami
Description
Greenberg Traurig is seeking an IP associate to join its dynamic Boston Intellectual Property group, which has experienced unprecedented growth over the past year. We are looking for a candidate with a strong technical background in the biological sciences, and a commitment to providing exceptional client service. The ideal candidate will have three (3) to eight (8) years of relevant experience drafting and prosecuting patent applications, evaluating patent portfolios, and performing due diligence investigations. The position is location flexible and we are open to considering candidates in various GT offices. Qualifications & Prior Experience Candidates should be registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office A Ph.D. in Biology, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Immunology, or a related discipline is required. Experience in a law firm is desirable. Candidates must have excellent academic credentials, as well as outstanding organizational and communication skills (written and oral) Candidates should possess leadership skills, be comfortable working directly with clients and work well with others. Please submit your application along with graduate and undergraduate transcripts and a writing sample. Greenberg Traurig is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Greenberg Traurig are considered without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, age, marital status, ancestry, disability, veteran status, or genetic information, among other protected bases. In support of our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace, GT participates in the Mansfield Rule Certification Program. The program, which is administered by The Diversity Lab, seeks to increase diversity representation in the legal profession and within law firm leadership roles. In 2019, GT achieved Mansfield 3.0 Certification, and in 2020, we achieved an even higher standard: Mansfield 4.0 Certification Plus. GT is currently participating in the Mansfield Rule 5.0 Certification Program. Providing your data during the application process helps us with achieving that goal and with meeting reporting/record-keeping obligations under federal and state law and other legal requirements. Providing your data is entirely voluntary and will not be considered in the hiring process or thereafter. Any information that you do provide will be treated confidentially. Greenberg Traurig is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Greenberg Traurig are considered without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, age, marital status, ancestry, disability, veteran status, or genetic information, among other protected bases. Exemplifying our commitment to promoting inclusion and equity across our platform, the firm participates in the Mansfield Rule Certification Program (Mansfield). Mansfield, which is facilitated by The Diversity Lab, focuses on equal opportunity, fairness, and inclusivity. The Mansfield requirements are anchored in the consideration of expanded talent pools considered for select positions and open roles within the law firm and the implementation of and access to transparent processes. Utilizing the Mansfield framework, the firm’s progress and outcomes are measured and documented through Mansfield Certification Plus Metrics. In 2023, GT achieved Mansfield 6.0 Certification Plus. We are excited about our ongoing participation in Mansfield given the program’s alignment with the firm’s commitment to opportunities for advancement that are inclusive for everyone. Providing your data during the application process helps us with achieving our goals and with meeting reporting/record-keeping obligations under federal and state law and other legal requirements. Providing your data is entirely voluntary and will not be considered in the hiring process or thereafter. Any information that you do provide will be treated confidentially.