PCT Patent Analyst (Contract) - Computing/Electronics/Physics
Core
Perform comprehensive patentability searches and write opinions on diverse technologies (Computing, Electronics, Physics) for the USPTO.
Role type
Contract Patent Analyst (Search & Examination)
Builds
Prior art search reports and patentability opinions for USPTO PCT Chapter I
Domain
Intellectual Property / Patent Law / Technical Engineering
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Patent search methodology, technical reading of disclosures, prior art identification, written opinion drafting, database proficiency
Preferred skills
Previous patent examining experience, advanced research background, Master's or PhD
Technologies
Orbit, PatBase, Google Scholar, PatSeer
Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive searches to locate relevant prior art, prepare written opinions applying prior art to disclosures, maintain proficiency with commercial patent databases, ensure timeliness and quality of deliverables
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on IC