Flagship Pioneering
Senior IP Paralegal
$108K–$148K
Cambridge, MA USA +1 · Senior · Full-time · Posted Oct 30, 2026
- Location
- Cambridge, MA USA
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States - Experience
- At least 5 years of relevant experience as a broad-based patent paralegal in a law firm or corporate setting with a significant patent practice.
- Education
- Bachelor’s degree or Paralegal or Associate’s degree.
About the job
Manages international patent portfolios and prosecution operations, supporting internal IP attorneys and legal teams across the Flagship ecosystem.
What you'll do
- Manage patent portfolios and dockets, deadlines, filings, fees, records, and risk escalations.
- Prepare, coordinate, and file patent applications and prosecution formalities; maintain portfolio schedules and reports.
- Monitor patent-office requirements, improve processes, and mentor staff while coordinating with internal and external stakeholders.
What they ask for
- Expertise in US patent prosecution rules and procedures, including reviewing and processing USPTO and national patent office communications.
- Advanced ability to independently draft and file patent prosecution documents and formalities.
- Broad understanding of global patent processes, including PCT and US patent laws and regulations.
- Advanced proficiency with IP management and docketing software, electronic filing systems, and legal research databases.
Nice to have
- Experience with CPI and iManage.
- Proficiency with SharePoint and Outlook; experience with or openness to adopting AI-assisted legal and IP tools.
Pay
$108,000 - $148,500 (base salary)
Tools
USPTO, PCT, CPI, iManage, SharePoint, Outlook
AI focus
Open to adopting AI-assisted legal and IP tools as the practice evolves; applicant materials may also be reviewed using AI-assisted screening tools.
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