PCT Patent Analyst Computing​/Electronics​/Physics

Employer Industry: Intellectual Property Services

• Flexible remote work as an independent contractor
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and contribute to patent analysis
• Potential for career advancement within the intellectual property field
• Engaging work environment with a focus on high-quality deliverables
• Comprehensive training materials provided to stay updated on best practices

• Accept projects weekly with defined due dates based on availability and employer needs
• Conduct comprehensive searches to identify relevant prior art and provide a complete search history
• Prepare written opinions applying relevant prior art to patent disclosures
• Maintain proficiency with commercial patent searching databases and proprietary technical publications
• Ensure compliance with the employer’s Code of Business Ethics and Corporate Conduct

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Technology, Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Physics, or a related field
• 1+ year of experience working with patents or in the intellectual property field
• 1+ year of work experience in the industry or advanced research in a related field
• Must pass USPTO background check and obtain Public Trust Clearance
• U.S. citizen or work-eligible legal resident who has resided in the U.S. for the last two years

• Previous patent examining/patent searching experience
• Highly skilled in developing search methodologies and conducting searches
• Strong time management skills and ability to meet project deadlines
• Experience with Orbit, Pat Base, Google Scholar, or Pat Seer
• Master’s degree or PhD is a plus

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