23 June 2026
Intellectual Property – Life Sciences (Computational Biology) – Associate
Compensation
$235,000 – $310,000
Key requirements
2-4 years of patent prosecution experience in a computational biology practice Ph.D. in a computational biology or life sciences discipline Patent bar membership (USPTO Registration Number) is required Prepare for, take, and pass the patent bar exam either prior to joining the firm or during your first 12 months from the date of hire
TrendsThe role
Morgan, Lewis & Bockius is seeking a junior to mid-level Associate with 2-4 years of experience in their Intellectual Property practice, specifically focusing on the Life Sciences and Computational Biology area in Washington D.C. This role is for candidates with a Ph.D. in a computational biology or life sciences discipline.
What you'll do
- Advise biotech, pharmaceutical, and digital health clients on intellectual property and transactional matters relating to data-driven innovations
- Translate complex scientific concepts into strategic legal guidance for patent preparation, prosecution, and portfolio management
What we're looking for
2-4 years of patent prosecution experience in a computational biology practice
Ph.D. in a computational biology or life sciences discipline
Patent bar membership (USPTO Registration Number) is required
Prepare for, take, and pass the patent bar exam either prior to joining the firm or during your first 12 months from the date of hire
Excellent academic credentials
Strong research, writing, communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
Active member of the bar in the state of the Morgan Lewis office for which they are applying
Benefits
401(k) plan
Company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, life, disability, accidental death and dismemberment, business travel accident insurance plans
Health savings and flexible spending accounts
Employee Assistance Program
Work/Life Services
Health Advocate
Bright Horizons Back-Up Child Care
WageWorks Commuter Benefits
9 paid holidays per calendar year
2 personal days per year
Up to 20 days of vacation per year
1 paid sick leave hour for 30 hours worked
Up to five days off for bereavement leave
Up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave per year
Up to 10 weeks of paid pregnancy disability leave per pregnancy
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Intellectual Property – Life Sciences (Computational Biology) – Associate
Morgan, Lewis & Bockius · Washington D.C. · $235,000 – $310,000
Washington D.C. · $235,000 – $310,000