Birch, Stewart, Kolasch & Birch, LLP, an internationally recognized intellectual property law firm located in Falls Church, VA, seeks qualified Patent Agent or Patent Attorney to apply scientific principles and specialized knowledge to assist in the technical study, research and analysis of technologies involved in the preparation and prosecution of patent applications. About BSKB: Since 1976, BSKB has been providing a full range of intellectual property law services to clients in the areas of patent prosecution, post-grant review, litigation, opinions and counseling, design patents, trademarks and licensing. Our knowledgeable attorneys and agents hold advanced degrees and are experienced in the fields of chemistry, electronics and IT, mechanical engineering and life sciences/biotechnology. We believe in offering every client quality, personalized service, and are committed to educating our clients to help them make the most of their intellectual property. BSKB has a rich tradition of offering seminars on intellectual property law that have been attended by practitioners from around the world. For more information, visit bskb.com. Birch, Stewart, Kolasch, & Birch LLP is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal opportunity to all applicants and employees in full compliance with all applicable state and federal laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, gender, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation and gender identity protected veteran status and individuals with disabilities, or any other class protected by applicable state or federal law. Education Doctorate (Ph.D.) degree in molecular biology, biochemistry, biomedical sciences or closely related field. Other Requirements Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a patent attorney or patent agent Must be registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office as a Patent Attorney or Patent Agent enrolled in law school. [NOTE: Update to job link.]