Patent Agent #22119 Silicon Valley

Vanguard-IP

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Silicon Valley, CA Until 9/21/2026 First posted July 23, 2026 Last posted July 23, 2026
Job description

REQUIREMENTS

The ideal candidate should have a background in both chemical and biological sciences, preferably with a Ph.D. or M.S. in a related area of study. Candidates should have prior Patent Agent experience at a Big Law firm or other respected IP boutique and have admission to practice before the USPTO. Candidates should have significant experience working on sophisticated patent matters and IP portfolio management involving a range of technologies, including chemistry, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, medical/cosmetic products and nanotechnology.

SUMMARY

Vanguard Intellectual Partners (Vanguard-IP) specializes in the placement of IP/Patent professionals nationwide.

Our sole focus on intellectual property enables us to more deeply understand our clients’ technical needs, and our candidates’ individual talents and career interests. Our broad network of long-term client relationships gives us a competitive edge.

Our recruiters all have 10+ years of IP recruiting experience, and an exceptional record of success. We have superior knowledge of the IP job market, and offer trusted career advice for our candidates. We also have the resources and high-level contacts to get your resume noticed by the people who matter.

We look forward to speaking with you, and learning more about what you are seeking in your next opportunity.

CONFIDENTIALITY

At Vanguard-IP, we respect the confidentiality of every candidate who contacts us. Furthermore, we will always obtain expressed authorization before submitting your resume to any of our clients.

**Should you have an interest in exploring opportunities in another location, we have hundreds of openings in other markets. Please apply now and our team would be happy to review your information for this or other openings in your location of interest.

About this role

Summary

Manage patent matters and IP portfolios in chemistry, biotech, pharma, and nanotech.

Job title

Patent Agent

Experience level

significant experience

Industry

legal

Location requirements

Silicon Valley, CA, on-site; remote not indicated

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

patent lawUSPTOpatent portfolio managementbiologychemical sciences

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

chemistrybiotechnologypharmaceuticalsnanotechnology
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Unknown location

On-site