Work Schedule
Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions
Office

Job Description

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is seeking a Sr. Patent Agent I to join our Consumables Practice Group in Pittsburgh, PA or Morrisville, NC. In this role, you will be part of our world-class Intellectual Property Department, supporting the development of our Life Sciences patent portfolio. Join us in making groundbreaking advancements in molecular and cell biology and contribute to our vision for 2030.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with in-house and outside patent counsel, paralegals, and R&D teams to prepare and prosecute high-quality, commercially relevant patent applications in the field of molecular and cell biology.
• Conduct patentability and freedom-to-operate searches and 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.

• Registered to practice before the USPTO with at least 5 years experience drafting and prosecuting high-value patents with a track record of success. Excellent knowledge of USPTO procedures is required.
• Advanced degree in molecular or cell biology required. Ph.D. degree is strongly preferred, but candidates with an M.S. degree and significant laboratory experience will be considered.
• Proven ability to perform complex IP analyses, including product clearances and prior art searches. Familiarity with patent searching databases is desired.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to deliver engaging IP trainings to R&D and business colleagues.
• A high level of initiative and the ability to work autonomously, consistently exceeding expectations and seeking process improvements.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with a team-oriented approach and comfort working in dynamic, diverse multi-national teams.
• Effective communicator across teams, functions, and global regions. Able to clearly convey concepts in an engaging manner.
• A strong sense of ethics and integrity.

• A choice of national medical, dental, and vision plans, including health incentive programs.
• Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement.
• At least 120 hours of paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave, accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability.
• Comprehensive retirement and savings programs tailored to your financial goals.
• A program that gives eligible employees the chance to buy company stock at a reduced price.