Pharma Patent Attorney: PhD Needed? Masters in Pharmacology, 2 Yrs Industry Exp

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Janvi
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I have a thesis Masters in Pharmacology (4 publications) with 2 years of industry experience ( Pfizer ). I am planning to get a JD degree. I read everywhere that a phd is needed for practicing as a patent attorney in biology field. Would I be marketable without a phd, considering my background? I don't want to invest all the time and money in JD if phd is what is needed.
 
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OK, so you already have good qualifications in the relevant science, experience in industry, and aim to obtain qualifications in law as well.
I think that should be marketable alright, but remember it's your turn to put the coffee machine on sometimes too.