Senior Associate, Intellectual Property (Chemistry)

Fast-growing intellectual property team at a leading international law firm is seeking a senior associate with a chemistry background to join its US patent practice. The role involves patent prosecution work and related litigation support on cutting‑edge matters across life sciences and chemical technologies.

The position is open across multiple US offices (Boston, Denver, New York, Palo Alto, Washington, D.C.). Candidates should be prepared to provide law school, undergraduate and any graduate transcripts as part of the application.

• Demonstrable patent prosecution experience and exposure to IP litigation support
• Technical background in chemistry or a closely related discipline
• Strong academic record; be prepared to submit law school, undergraduate and graduate transcripts
• Excellent drafting, client‑service and teamwork skills