IP Senior Associate - Life Sciences
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WilmerHale is hiring a IP Senior Associate - Life Sciences. This is a full-time role in Washington. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job Description
WilmerHale is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Intellectual Property Associate Attorney to join our thriving IP practice. This position offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge patent prosecution and litigation matters with a team of experienced attorneys. This role can be based in our Boston, Denver, New York, Palo Alto or Washington, DC office. Please submit your law school, undergraduate and graduate school transcripts.
About the Role
The successful candidate will have 3-5 years of post-JD experience with a strong focus on both patent prosecution and litigation.
Qualifications
- JD from an accredited law school.
- Undergraduate degree in Biology. A life sciences PhD is strongly preferred.
- 3-5 years of post-JD experience in both patent prosecution and litigation.
- Experience with patents in the biotechnology, pharmaceutical, gene therapy, medical device and digital health industries.
- Knowledge of patent portfolio management and development, competitive landscape analyses, and patentability.
- Admission to practice before the USPTO.
- Must be licensed to practice law and in good standing in the state/jurisdiction in which the position is based (MA, NY, CA, CO or DC).
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and aspart of a collaborative team.
Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr LLP (WilmerHale) is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to compliance with all applicable laws prohibiting employment discrimination. It is our policy to take all employment actions and make all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, citizenship status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, disability, military status, status as a disabled or other protected veteran, or any other protected status under applicable law. WilmerHale will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and otherwise as required by applicable law.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the IP Senior Associate - Life Sciences position at WilmerHale?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to WilmerHale. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Where is the IP Senior Associate - Life Sciences position at WilmerHale located?
This position is based in Washington. WilmerHale has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
What does a IP Senior Associate - Life Sciences at WilmerHale earn?
WilmerHale has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the IP Senior Associate - Life Sciences role at WilmerHale posted?
This role was posted on April 18, 2026 (63 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
How much experience does the IP Senior Associate - Life Sciences role at WilmerHale require?
This is a senior-level position. Most senior roles call for 5+ years of directly relevant experience. WilmerHale lists their specific requirements in the description below, so review the must-have qualifications closely before applying.
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