Washington DC office of a BCG Attorney Search Top Ranked Law Firm seeks patent prosecution associate attorney with 2-3 years of patent prosecution experience in bioinformatics. The candidate will conduct complex and detailed analysis of legal matters. A Ph.D. in computational biology, bioinformatics or related field is required. Must have a solid understanding of biochemistry, particularly next-gen sequencing, sequencing data, and/or fluorescence imaging of biochemical moieties. An active membership in the State Bar and compliance with CLE requirements is essential. Must be registered before the USPTO.The candidate must have superior writing skills and excellent academic credentials. Should enjoy communicating with a diverse groups of clients, attorneys, and staff. Must be enthusiastic about working within a team-oriented environment and contribute to effective team relationships.One of the top names in the world for intellectual property law, this firm has stellar patent, transactional, litigation, and portfolio strategy groups. If you are a driven intellectual property practitioner eager to work with cutting edge technologies and serve brilliant clients ranging from the next big start-up to established global giants, this is the firm for you. With offices in high-tech hubs across the country, plus Germany and China, this firm offers the chance to be part of a global frontrunner.