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June 16, 2026

Biotech Intellectual Property Associate or Counsel

Intellectual PropertyPatent Prosecution
Duane Morris LLP

Duane Morris LLP

San Diego

Biotech Intellectual Property Associate or Counsel

Duane Morris LLP
Duane Morris LLPSan Diego

Practice area

Intellectual Property · Patent Prosecution

PQE

5+ years

Location

San Diego, California

Salary

$315,000-$455,000

Employment type

Full-time

Overview

  • Associate or Counsel level role focusing on biotech patent prosecution, opinion, and counseling.
  • Located in the firm's San Diego office.
  • Requires at least 5+ years of experience in patent law.
  • Must possess a technical background in biochemistry, immunology, large molecule, and microbiology.
  • Experience or appreciation for organic chemistry and bioinformatics is desired.
  • Significant experience practicing before the USPTO is essential.
  • Candidates must have a JD from an accredited U.S. law school, active California Bar admission, and be a registered U.S. Patent Attorney or have the ability to become one.
  • A Ph.D. is preferred but not required if you have substantial IP diligence and prosecution experience in the Life Sciences sector.
  • The target annual base salary range for this role in San Diego is $315,000 to $455,000+.
  • The total compensation package also includes potential discretionary bonuses, incentive packages, and firm-sponsored benefits.

Last updated: June 16, 2026

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    Katherine Alphonso joined Duane Morris LLP's San Francisco office in the Labor & Employment group.

    It was an absolute pleasure working with Amanda Finley, Esq. of Lateral Match, and I could not be happier with my new position. She not only identified a slew of firms that matched what I was looking for, she also helped me revise my resume, prepare for interviews, and negotiate offers. Amanda is incredibly responsive, highly strategic, and tremendously experienced. I would recommend her to any colleagues or anyone else looking to transition into a new role!

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    Katherine Alphonso

    Duane Morris LLP • San Francisco

Trusted recruiters

Work with a recruiter who has a real relationship with the hiring team and comes recommended by your peers.

  • Amanda Finley, Esq.
    Top recruiter for this opening

    Amanda Finley, Esq.

    Legal Recruiter

    Lateral Match

    Why talk to Amanda Finley, Esq.?

    Katherine Alphonso joined Duane Morris LLP's San Francisco office in the Labor & Employment group.

    It was an absolute pleasure working with Amanda Finley, Esq. of Lateral Match, and I could not be happier with my new position. She not only identified a slew of firms that matched what I was looking for, she also helped me revise my resume, prepare for interviews, and negotiate offers. Amanda is incredibly responsive, highly strategic, and tremendously experienced. I would recommend her to any colleagues or anyone else looking to transition into a new role!

    Duane Morris LLP

    Katherine Alphonso

    Duane Morris LLP • San Francisco