Patent Prosecution Associate Attorney – Chemistry

Job overview

The Patent Prosecution Associate Attorney – Chemistry role offers hybrid work flexibility and lists Houston, TX among its locations. Pay is $225,000–$260,000 per year. The position supports a leading intellectual property firm advising innovators in chemistry and life sciences. The attorney drafts and prosecutes patent applications and provides legal and technical analysis on intellectual property matters. The role works with inventors, scientists, in-house counsel, attorneys, and technical specialists to develop patent portfolio strategies.

What you'll do

• Draft and prosecute U.S. and international patent applications in chemistry, pharmaceuticals, and small-molecule technologies
• conduct patentability, freedom-to-operate, and validity analyses
• collaborate with inventors, scientists, and in-house counsel
• develop and manage global patent portfolio strategies
• provide legal and technical analysis on complex intellectual property issues.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

patent prosecution associate attorney

chemistry

houston tx

direct counsel

hybrid

intellectual property

patent applications

pharmaceuticals

small molecules

uspto registration

ph.d. chemistry

$225k–$260k

medical coverage

technology stipend

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• technology stipend
• wellness initiatives
• family-friendly benefits and support resources
• professional development opportunities.

Why this role

Requires a J.D., active U.S. state bar membership, USPTO registration, and a Ph.D. in Chemistry or a closely related field.

About the employer

Direct Counsel is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Lawyers. Sector: 54.