Pharma Patent Writer

Cogent Scientific, an insourced contract research organization, is looking for the right people to accomplish our Mission: to support the life sciences industry with specialized laboratory services delivered by professional scientists—advancing research, fostering collaboration, and accelerating innovation with quality and a commitment to excellence.  We can offer you the chance to build on your skills and knowledge while working among experts in their fields.

Cogent Scientific offers competitive pay, attractive benefits (such as medical/dental/vision insurance; 401(k); parental leave; PTO and paid holidays; etc.) and an exciting work environment.  Relocation benefits may be included for this role.  We aim to recruit the best people who stand out among their peers and embody our Core Values:

Client Focused: We only succeed when our clients succeed.

Outstanding: We deliver meticulous results through outstanding performance.

Good: We act ethically and morally.

Employee-Centric: We honor and support our employees.

Nimble: We are prepared to adapt in an ever-changing industry.

Team-Oriented: We collaborate with each other and with our clients.

We currently have a role available for a Pharma Patent Writer.  This position MAY transition into a hybrid role.  We are happy to discuss logistics with qualified candidates.

Job duties include, but are not limited to:

Leading technical content drafting for patent applications.

Obtaining, organizing, analyzing, and maintaining information relating to research or development activities for inclusion in patent applications.

Critically analyzing and engaging with technical information including but not limited to:

Engaging with laboratory notebook entries and data in view of structural data and synthetic routes presented.

Reducing numerous preparations and examples into general synthetic schemes.

Effectively communicating between scientists and legal team to ensure timely flow of information. 

Job requirements include, but are not limited to:

BS/MS/PhD in chemistry, organic chemistry or related field.

At least 10 years of technical experience in pharmaceutical discovery and/or development of pharmaceutical products including, but not limited to, small molecules, medicinal chemistry, and/or drug conjugates.

Fluent in nomenclature conventions used to describe organic chemical compounds including chirality and synthesis. 

Demonstration of excellent team player and collaboration skills, very strong attention to detail, very strong problem-solving skills, a high level of learning agility, and the ability to work across functions.

The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic and self-motivated, with the leadership and communication skills necessary to operate effectively in a fast-paced multidisciplinary environment with flexibility and an adaptable approach to goal delivery.

Cogent Scientific provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate based on any legally protected characteristic.

Additionally, if you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please let us know.

This job posting will close by 7/6/2026 or when a candidate is identified, whichever comes first.