Biotech Patent Paralegal Level I

Wolf Greenfield is a law firm specializing in intellectual property, and they are seeking a Biotech Patent Paralegal to support their Biotech, Pharmaceutical, and Chemical Practice Groups. The role involves managing patent prosecution projects, conducting literature searches, and preparing patent application documents. Responsibilities - Supports Biotech, Pharmaceutical and/or Chemical Practice Group prosecution duties: - Conducts basic literature searches - Analyzes and prepares DNA and amino acid sequence listings in connection with patent application filings - Converts drawings to text in patent application specifications - Prepares drawings and sends to draftsmen for preparation; proofread formal drawings for patent applications - Prepares case charts and docket reports - Prepares description of scientific data for patent applications - Assists with setting up patent application documents - Prepares and files Information Disclosure Statements with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) - Prepares disclosures of information for submission with foreign patent offices and coordinate with foreign associates regarding same - Reviews Office Actions from U.S. and foreign patent offices for cited references - Reviews patent files for prior art before payment of issue fee and upon intake into the firm - Effectively organizes references in connection with patent portfolios into prior art databases and routinely maintain these databases - Compiles, populates, and maintains electronic archive of prior art - Corresponds with clients and works with Firm’s library department to collect materials needed in connection with duty of disclosure - Manages attorney and client dockets relating to the duty of disclosure in U.S. and foreign jurisdictions and meet regularly with attorneys regarding same - Develops and maintains knowledge of patent office rules and procedures in connection with U.S. and foreign duty of disclosure and other areas of patent prosecution - Meets the position’s 1200 billable hour goal and adheres to best practices for daily time entry - Works with team to collaborate on large projects; positively contributes to the department and firm Skills - Bachelor's or master's degree in biology or Biochemistry - Minimum of one to two (1-2) years of prior experience working in a professional setting - Prior patent prosecution related experience in a law firm or corporate setting a plus - Proficient in MS Outlook, Word, and Excel as well as basic computer and database management skills - Exceptional oral and written communication skills and the ability to effectively communicate workflow and project updates - Strong time management, prioritization, problem-solving, and organizational skills and the ability to work effectively in a high-pressure environment - Excellent organizational skills with meticulous attention to accuracy and detail - Some knowledge of legal terminology, rules, regulations, and procedures surrounding intellectual property - Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with difference levels of constituencies - Flexibility and capacity to respond calmly, efficiently, and effectively in stressful situations - Ability to adhere to established work schedule, but with flexibility required to respond to workload demands including overtime requests when needed - Punctual and reliable and able to meet set deadlines and work effectively under pressure - Ability to maintain confidentiality of matters and other firm business information - Knowledge of Dialog, STN, GenomeQuest, and/or PatBase a plus Benefits - Multiple health care plan options - Vision and dental insurance - Flexible spending accounts/health saving accounts - Life insurance - Employer sponsored 401(k) plan includes an employer match and discretionary profit sharing - Tuition reimbursement - Professional development opportunities - Generous paid time off; including sick time and vacation time - Parental leave - Commuter benefits - Charitable matching gift program - Well-being support Company Overview - Wolf Greenfield is the largest Boston law firm devoted exclusively to intellectual property law. It was founded in 1927, and is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, USA, with a workforce of 201-500 employees. Its website is http://www.wolfgreenfield.com/.