Patent Agent

Barnes & Thornburg seeks a Patent Agent with 3+ years’ experience. This position will involve preparation and prosecution of patent applications. Must be familiar with patent law and filing procedures. Successful applicants must evidence excellent academic achievement, good character, initiative and interpersonal skills. Must be registered to practice with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Master’s degree or Ph.D. in a chemical or pharmaceutical-related science highly preferred. We will also consider a candidate with a Bachelor’s degree and substantial chemical or pharmaceutical-related industrial experience. Must be able to speak the language of organic chemistry. Salary and benefits package will be competitive and commensurate with experience.

Barnes & Thornburg currently offers a comprehensive benefit package, including health and life insurance, 401k/Roth and Profit Sharing, and paid time off.

The base salary range for this position in Minneapolis is $100,000 to $140,000 (commensurate with experience). Performance-based bonus eligible.

We will not consider resumes submitted by external agencies or recruiters for this position. No third party may become entitled to compensation for assisting Barnes & Thornburg LLP in recruiting for this position unless, prior to the posting of this position, such party has entered into a recruiting agreement with Barnes & Thornburg LLP applicable to this position expressly providing for such a fee.

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