IP Associate (Patent – Chemistry) (Boston, MA - Hartford or Stamford, CT - Newark or East Brunswick, NJ - New York, NY – Wilmington, DE – Philadelphia, PA or Washington, DC Offices)

McCarter & English, LLP is actively seeking a chemistry patent associate with an advanced degree in chemistry for any its offices. Candidates should have 2-10 years of experience as a patent attorney or patent agent.  Candidates should have an advanced degree in organic chemistry or significant industrial experience of at least five years in organic chemistry. Patent experience in the pharmaceutical industry is a plus. Candidates must possess  superior academic credentials and 2-6 years of experience in drafting and prosecuting chemistry patent applications.
In addition to admission to at least one State bar, candidates should be registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Ideal candidates will have a Ph.D., possess excellent writing, interpersonal, and communication skills and have experience in drafting and prosecuting chemistry patent applications. Please send resume and cover letter to recruiting@mccarter.com to the attention of Christine Ly