Chemistry Patent Attorney

Job Description

We are currently seeking a qualified or part qualified patent attorney or a trainee patent attorney to join our Chemistry and Life Sciences (CLS) team in Sydney. You will be working on challenging and complex cases for leading companies and research organisations, in a supportive and collaborative work environment. Candidates with limited or no IP experience up to 3 years post-patent attorney qualification will be considered. You will have: A degree and PhD in chemistry A strong analytical and problem-solving outlook Exceptional scientific technical knowledge Outstanding written and verbal communication skills Advanced computer skills and database researching skills Business acumen and willingness to engage with existing and prospective clients Industry experience where you have applied your knowledge of chemistry will be highly regarded Your key responsibilities (under supervision) will include: Drafting and prosecuting patent applications in Australia and globally Providing commercial IP advice Patent portfolio management for local and international clients Presenting on IP topics internally and externally Participating in networking events, seminars, and business development activities About us Phillips Ormonde Fitzpatrick (POF) is a privately owned patent and trademark attorney firm with 100+ people across offices in Melbourne, Sydney, and Adelaide. Our Sydney office is centrally located in the CBD at 4-6 Bligh Street. Our main business is in the procurement and defence of intellectual property rights including patents, trademarks, and designs for our clients both domestically and internationally. We operate at the forefront of innovation and technology, providing our people with opportunities to contribute to real and rewarding outcomes. Our client base is diverse and ranges from individual inventors through to leading multinational corporations. We are committed to fostering a culture of engagement and collaboration, where our people feel supported and empowered in their roles. About our workplace Our culture is built on principles of inclusion, respect, and integrity. Our employees enjoy challenging work in a collegial team-based environment with a genuine work/life balance. Apart from working in a supportive and welcoming environment, POF employees enjoy access to a range of benefits and initiatives including: Gender-neutral paid parental carers leave Salary continuance Generous Leave provisions (unpaid, pandemic, vaccine, additional family violence paid leave) Flexible and hybrid working arrangements Reward & Recognition program including discretionary bonuses We encourage and welcome applications from people living with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQIA+ people, all genders, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and mature age people. Should you require any specific support or adjustments throughout the recruitment process and beyond, please let us know and we will be happy to assist. #J-18808-Ljbffr