In this episode of the Industry Careers for PhDs podcast, we interview Dr. Karen Deak, Director of the Masters in Patent Law program at the University of Notre Dame, a one-year program designed to prepare students for successful practise as patent agents. Karen teaches us how to prepare for a career in patent law and what steps PhDs need to take to ensure a successful transition.
In this podcast, you’ll learn:
- What is a day-in-the-life of a Patent Agent in a law firm and in the biotech industry
- What career progression looks like for a Patent Agent
- Whether career opportunities differ in a law firm versus the biotech industry
- What is the application process like and what PhDs should highlight in their resume in order to be considered for this role
- What, if any, additional qualifications are necessary to enter this field.
See the full blog post here: https://cheekyscientist.com/careers-in-patent-law-industry-careers-for-phds-podcast