14 active postings · tracking 575 firms · refreshed on Oct 29
Patent Agent Jobs in Chemistry
Openings for registered patent agents with a chemistry or materials science background, who prepare and prosecute chemical patent applications before the USPTO. 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.
14 open postings from 13 employers; the newest was added on October 29, 2026. Most openings: Boston, MA (4), Washington, DC (3), Palo Alto, CA (2). Of the 10 that state their pay, the median range is $123k to $210k a year.
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94% show pay, posted or estimated
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Job postings
1–14 of 14 postings
Squire Patton Boggs · Palo Alto, CA · Found Oct 29, 2026
Opportunity for a Patent Agent or Attorney specializing in Chemistry at Squire Patton Boggs in San Francisco.
Patent Agent$180k–$240kPostedChemicalAbove the median for patent agent pay
From the firm website
Vorys, Sater, Seymour and Pease · Akron, OH · Cincinnati, OH +4 · Posted Oct 22, 2026
Vorys is seeking a Chemical Patent Agent or Scientific Advisor with 3+ years of patent prosecution experience. A degree in Chemistry is required. Excellent compensation package offered.
Patent Agent≈ $105k–$200kest.Mid-levelChemical
From the firm careers portal (Flo Recruit) · also on LateralHub
Join Bookoff McAndrews as a Patent Agent (2-6 yrs exp) focused on patent counseling & prosecution. Fully remote, offering supportive culture & competitive salary.
Patent Agent$120k–$150kPostedMid-levelElectrical / Software / High-TechBelow the median for patent agent pay
From the firm careers portal (JazzHR) · also on LateralHub
Morgan, Lewis & Bockius · Remote or Philadelphia, PA · Posted Jul 24, 2026
Seeking a Patent Agent in Philadelphia for chemistry-related patent work. Role includes preparing and prosecuting patent applications, engaging in IP due diligence, and client correspondence. Hybrid work available.
Patent Agent≈ $115k–$170kest.Mid-levelChemical
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
Morgan, Lewis & Bockius · Remote or Washington, DC · Posted Aug 18, 2026
Seeking a Patent Agent in Life Sciences (Chemistry) to prepare, file, and prosecute patent applications at Morgan Lewis in DC, with a hybrid work schedule.
Patent Agent$117k–$172kPostedMid-levelChemicalBelow the median for patent agent pay
From the firm careers portal (viRecruit) · also on LateralHub
Mintz, Levin, Cohn, Ferris, Glovsky and Popeo · Boston, MA · Posted Sep 9, 2026
Seeking a Patent Agent with a focus on chemistry for patent prosecution at Mintz. Location: Boston.
Patent Agent$130k–$230kPostedHybridChemicalNear the median for patent agent pay
From the firm careers portal (viRecruit) · also on LateralHub
Michael Best · Chicago, IL · Milwaukee, WI +4 · Found Aug 29, 2026
Michael Best seeks a Junior to Midlevel Patent Agent or Associate with 3+ years of prosecution experience, preferably in Organic Chemistry. Offices in Chicago, Milwaukee, Madison, Raleigh, Denver, or Salt Lake City.
Patent Agent$120k–$240kPostedMid-levelChemicalNear the median for patent agent pay
From the firm website
Blank Rome · Multiple offices · Posted Aug 5, 2026
Patent Agent/Patent Attorney specializing in Chemistry at Blank Rome. Positions available in multiple locations.
Patent Agent$100k–$200kPostedChemicalBelow the median for patent agent pay
From the firm careers portal (viRecruit) · also on LateralHub
McNeill Baur PLLC · Remote or Cambridge, MA · Boston, MA · Found Jul 21, 2026
McNeill Baur PLLC seeks a Patent Agent or associate with a Chemistry background and 3+ years of patent prosecution experience. Remote work available. Strong commitment to work-life balance and flexible schedules.
Patent Agent$195k–$220kPostedMid-levelChemicalAbove the median for patent agent pay
From the firm website · also on LateralHub
Choate, Hall & Stewart · Boston, MA · Posted Jan 1, 2026
Position for a Staff Scientist or Patent Agent specializing in intellectual property, focused on chemistry within the law firm Choate, Hall & Stewart in Boston.
Patent Agent$170k–$186kPostedNo sponsorshipHybridNear the median for patent agent pay
From the firm careers portal (viRecruit) · also on LateralHub
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.
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.
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Patent Agent$105k–$200kPostedElectrical / Software / High-TechITCBelow the median for patent agent pay
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