Thermo Fisher Scientific · 3 weeks ago
Senior Patent Agent I
Morrisville, NC
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expThermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is the world leader in serving science, and they are seeking a Senior Patent Agent I to assist Life Science businesses in patent portfolio development. The role focuses on biochemistry, chemistry, and molecular biology technologies, requiring collaboration with patent counsel and conducting patentability searches.
BioinformaticsBiotechnologyCloud Data ServicesConsultingHealth CareLife ScienceManagement Information SystemsOffice SuppliesPrecision Medicine
Responsibilities
Work closely with in-house and outside patent counsel, patent paralegals, and USPTO patent examiners to prepare and prosecute high-quality, commercially relevant patent applications
Conduct patentability and freedom-to-operate searches to counsel R&D and business colleagues
Review publications and marketing materials as part of the Company’s Promotional Review process
Engage in trade secret sensing and auditing activities
Qualification
Required
5+ years of experience preparing and prosecuting patent applications with success at the USPTO. Must have detailed knowledge of USPTO procedures
Advanced degree or equivalent experience in biochemistry, chemistry or related fields needed with a proven ability to comprehend, draft and prosecute patent applications in these subject areas
Experience in biochemistry, chemistry, or molecular biology labs, keeping current on life sciences techniques, and knowledge of bioinformatics and AI are valuable
Proven ability to perform complex IP analyses including product clearances, technology landscapes and prior art searches. Familiarity with patent searching databases and AI search tools desired
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, along with an ability to deliver engaging IP training to R&D and business colleagues, are required
Business insight and the ability to learn and understand significant business drivers
Demonstrated abilities to manage outside counsel, work efficiently, control costs, and exercise sound business and legal judgment
Self-motivated / driven to succeed - high level of initiative and ability to work autonomously
Team oriented / strong interpersonal skills - must be comfortable working in dynamic and diverse multi-national teams with an ability to work and cooperate effectively with others
Effective communicator - ability to communicate efficiently across teams, functions, and global regions. Skilled trainer with the ability to clearly convey concepts in a retainable and engaging manner
Principled - possesses a strong sense of ethics and integrity
Preferred
Experience with IP Litigation is a plus
Benefits
A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs.
Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement.
Includes 120 hours PTO, 10 paid holidays, parental leave, accident/life insurance, disability.
Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan.
Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount.
Company
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Thermo Fisher Scientific is a biotechnology and laboratory equipment company that provides a wide range of scientific products and services.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
Thermo Fisher Scientific has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not
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2025 (272)
2024 (224)
2023 (233)
2022 (342)
2021 (315)
2020 (227)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$15.97BKey Investors
National Grid
2025-11-24Post Ipo Debt· $2.42B
2025-09-30Post Ipo Debt· $2.5B
2023-08-07Post Ipo Debt· $2.95B
Leadership Team
Stephen Williamson
Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
Daniella Cramp
Senior Vice President and President, Bioproduction Group
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