31 active postings · tracking 575 firms · refreshed on Oct 29
Biotech and Life Sciences Patent Agent Jobs
Openings for registered patent agents and agents in training with a biology, biochemistry or biomedical background, who prepare and prosecute life sciences patent applications. Each posting comes from the employer’s own career page or a job board that names the employer, with a posted or estimated salary where one is known.
31 open postings from 24 employers; the newest was added on October 29, 2026. Most openings: New York, NY (9), San Diego, CA (8), Washington, DC (8). Of the 22 that state their pay, the median range is $140k to $219k a year.
94% link to the employer’s own posting
94% show pay, posted or estimated
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Job postings
1–31 of 31 postings
McDonnell Boehnen Hulbert & Berghoff LLP · Chicago, IL · Posted Oct 28, 2026
Join MBHB as a Life Science Patent Agent in Chicago. Work on patent prosecution for clients, requiring a biology or related degree and 2-6 years of experience. USPTO admission is essential.
Patent Agent$115k–$145kPostedMid-levelBiomedicalBelow the median for patent agent pay
From the firm careers portal (LawCruit)
Coloplast · Minneapolis, MN · Found Oct 27, 2026
Join Coloplast as a Patent Agent focusing on patent drafting and prosecution for the Acute Care unit. Requires 3+ years of experience and a background in chemistry/bioscience or medical devices.
Patent Agent$142k–$212kPostedIn-HouseHybridNear the median for patent agent pay
Listed on GoInhouse
Brookhaven National Laboratory · Remote or Upton, NY · Posted Jul 22, 2026
Brookhaven National Laboratory seeks a Patent Agent to manage patent dockets for diverse inventions, handle patent applications, and support technology transfer within their legal team.
Patent Agent$140k–$170kPostedNo sponsorshipIn-HouseNear the median for patent agent pay
From the company careers portal (Workday) · also on GoInhouse
Mintz · San Francisco, CA · Found Oct 27, 2026
Mintz seeks a Patent Agent with a Ph.D. in biological sciences for patent prosecution, freedom-to-operate analysis, and IP diligence on biotech. Offices in San Francisco, San Diego, and Boston.
Patent Agent$150k–$250kPostedHybridMid-levelAbove the median for patent agent pay
Stryker · Remote or Cary, IL · Portage, MI +3 · Posted Oct 26, 2026
Join Stryker as a Patent Agent managing the full patent lifecycle for their Medical Division, including invention assessments, patent application development, and collaboration with R&D teams.
Join Cepheid as a Senior Patent Agent, where you'll draft and prosecute patent applications in the molecular diagnostics field, and collaborate with R&D teams for IP strategies. Remote work available!
Patent Agent$150k–$190kPostedIn-HouseMid-levelNear the median for patent agent pay
From the company website
ZOLL Medical Corporation · Chelmsford, MA · Found Oct 15, 2026
ZOLL Medical Corporation seeks an Intellectual Property Counsel/Patent Agent. The role involves patent application preparation and prosecution for medical technology. Requires 3-5 years of patent experience, in-house or law firm.
Patent Agent≈ $130k–$205kest.In-HouseMid-level
From the company careers portal (Workday) · also on LinkedIn
DLA Piper · Remote or San Diego, CA · Palo Alto, CA +3 · Posted Oct 14, 2026
DLA Piper seeks a Patent Agent with 3-5 years of experience in molecular biology for their Patent Development and Strategy Group, handling patent preparation and prosecution.
Patent Agent$120k–$225kPostedNo sponsorshipMid-levelNear the median for patent agent pay
From the firm careers portal (Workday)
Perkins Coie · San Diego, CA · Palo Alto, CA +11 · Posted Oct 8, 2026
Join Perkins Coie's Los Angeles team as a Patent Prosecution Patent Agent focused on life sciences. Candidates must have 2+ years of prosecution experience, an advanced degree, and USPTO admission.
Patent Agent$150k–$225kPostedMid-levelBiomedicalAbove the median for patent agent pay
From the firm careers portal (Workday) · also on LateralHub, perkinscoie.wd115.myworkdayjobs.com
Jones Day · Boston, MA · New York, NY +2 · Posted Jan 1, 2026
Seeking a Patent Agent for Biological Sciences to draft and prosecute patents related to biotechnology, cell therapies, and diagnostics. Requires a Ph.D. and USPTO registration.
Patent Agent$150k–$250kPostedMid-levelBiomedicalAbove the median for patent agent pay
Jones Day · Pittsburgh, PA · San Diego, CA · Posted Jan 1, 2026
Join Jones Day as a Patent Agent specializing in bioinformatics and computational biology, handling patent application prosecution and portfolio management within innovative life sciences and tech sectors.
Patent Agent$150k–$250kPostedMid-levelElectrical / Software / High-TechAbove the median for patent agent pay
Jones Day · Boston, MA · New York, NY +2 · Posted Jan 1, 2026
Join Jones Day as a Patent Agent specializing in organic chemistry, supporting patent prosecution and portfolio management for life sciences clients. Ideal candidates have a Ph.D. and prior patent experience.
Patent Agent$150k–$250kPostedMid-levelBiomedicalAbove the median for patent agent pay
Abbott seeks a Patent Agent, IP Strategy to enhance IP strategy and manage patent portfolios using data analytics. Requires 10+ years of experience in patent analytics, IP strategy, or prosecution, with USPTO registration.
Patent Agent$113k–$227kPostedIn-HouseSeniorNear the median for patent agent pay
Perkins Coie · Los Angeles, CA · Palo Alto, CA +5 · Posted Oct 7, 2026
Join Perkins Coie's Los Angeles team as a Patent Prosecution Patent Agent focused on life sciences. Candidates must have 2+ years of prosecution experience, an advanced degree, and USPTO admission.
Patent Agent$150k–$225kPostedMid-levelBiomedicalAbove the median for patent agent pay
Wilson Sonsini · Austin, TX · Boston, MA +9 · Found Oct 4, 2026
Seeking a collaborative and self-motivated patent agent with an advanced degree in life sciences to join as an IP specialist. Prior patent experience preferred but not required.
Patent Agent≈ $115k–$200kest.Biomedical
From the firm careers portal (viRecruit)
Morgan, Lewis & Bockius · Remote or Philadelphia, PA · Posted Sep 9, 2025
Morgan Lewis seeks a Patent Agent in Philadelphia for life sciences, responsible for preparing and prosecuting patent applications. Requires a Ph.D. and experience in biotechnology.
Patent Agent≈ $115k–$170kest.Mid-levelBiomedical
From the firm careers portal (viRecruit) · also on LateralHub
Seeking a Patent Agent with a Ph.D. in molecular or cellular biology to prepare and prosecute patent applications. Remote/hybrid work available across multiple office locations.
Patent Agent$117k–$172kPostedMid-levelBiomedicalBelow the median for patent agent pay
From the firm careers portal (viRecruit) · also on LateralHub
Cooley · Palo Alto, CA · San Diego, CA · Posted Nov 19, 2025
Join Cooley as a Patent Agent/Advisor (Medtech) in Silicon Valley. Support patent prosecution and counseling with a focus in chemical, mechanical, or biomedical engineering. Competitive salary and benefits offered.
Patent Agent$125k–$228kPostedEarly careerBiomedicalNear the median for patent agent pay
From the firm careers portal (LawCruit) · also on LateralHub
Join Morgan Lewis as a Patent Agent in Life Sciences, responsible for preparation and prosecution of patent applications with a focus on molecular biology and biochemistry. Hybrid work environment offered.
Patent Agent$117k–$172kPostedEarly careerBiomedicalBelow the median for patent agent pay
From the firm careers portal (viRecruit) · also on LateralHub
Join Bookoff McAndrews as a full-time Patent Agent focusing on biotechnology, managing patent applications, and working collaboratively with clients. Remote role with competitive salary and benefits.
Patent Agent$120k–$140kPostedEarly careerBiomedicalBelow the median for patent agent pay
Wolf, Greenfield & Sacks, P.C. · Boston, MA · New York, NY +1 · Posted Feb 13, 2026
Join Wolf Greenfield as a Patent Agent specializing in Life Sciences. Work within a dynamic environment focused on patent prosecution and technology in the life sciences sector.
Patent Agent$150k–$200kPostedNo sponsorshipBiomedicalNear the median for patent agent pay
From the firm careers portal (Flo Recruit)
Troutman Pepper · Philadelphia, PA · New York, NY +1 · Posted Sep 22, 2026
Patent Agent role focusing on health sciences IP at Troutman Pepper, based in Philadelphia, New York, or Rochester.
Patent Agent$140k–$190kPostedBiomedicalNear the median for patent agent pay
From the firm careers portal (viRecruit) · also on LateralHub
Michael Best · Remote or Chicago, IL · Milwaukee, WI +4 · Found Aug 29, 2026
Michael Best seeks a Junior to Midlevel Patent Agent or Attorney with 3+ years in patent prosecution, ideally holding a Ph.D. in Biology or Biochemistry. Remote options available across multiple cities.
Patent Agent$120k–$240kPostedMid-levelBiomedicalNear the median for patent agent pay
Baker Botts · Remote or Austin, TX · Dallas, TX +5 · Posted Nov 11, 2020
Patent Agent role focusing on Life Sciences at Baker Botts. Multiple office locations available including Austin and Washington, DC.
Patent Agent≈ $120k–$200kest.Biomedical
From the firm careers portal (viRecruit)
Clark & Elbing LLP · Remote or Boston, MA · Found Jul 16, 2026
Join Clark & Elbing as a Patent Agent/Technology Specialist in Biology or Chemistry. Engage in patent application drafting, prosecution, and IP-related due diligence. Ph.D. required, 0-5 years of experience preferred.
Sughrue Mion · Remote or Washington, DC · Found Jul 16, 2026
Patent Agent role focusing on Biotech/Life Sciences at Sughrue Mion in Washington, DC. Ideal for candidates looking to work in a dynamic patent environment.
Patent Agent or Patent Attorney role specializing in biotech and pharma at Saliwanchik, Lloyd & Eisenschenk in Gainesville.
Patent Agent≈ $120k–$170kest.Biomedical
From the firm website
Mintz, Levin, Cohn, Ferris, Glovsky and Popeo · San Francisco, CA · Posted Jun 1, 2026
Mintz is seeking a Patent Agent to focus on biotech patent prosecution in San Francisco. Candidates should be proficient in drafting and prosecuting patent applications, with a strong background in relevant technologies.
Patent Agent$150k–$250kPostedHybridBiomedicalAbove the median for patent agent pay
From the firm careers portal (viRecruit) · also on LateralHub
Xsensus LLP · Remote or Vienna, VA · Alexandria, VA · Found Jul 13, 2026
Join Xsensus LLP as a Patent Agent/Technical Advisor to draft patent applications and respond to office actions. Work in a hybrid/remote environment with a focus on high-quality work and work-life balance.
