Job Description:
• Accept projects with a defined due date based on your availability
• Demonstrate the ability to read a disclosure quickly and understand the technical nuances which may potentially distinguish it from the prior art
• Perform a comprehensive search to ensure the most relevant prior art is located and provide a logical and complete search history
• Prepare a written opinion applying the most relevant prior art to the disclosure
• Maintain proficiency with commercial patent searching databases and other proprietary databases of technical publications
• Stay abreast of best practices and changes to search procedures via self directed review of materials provided by Clarivate
• Maintain consistent timeliness and superior quality of deliverables
• Ensure compliance with Clarivate’s Code of Business Ethics and Corporate Conduct
Requirements:
• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology, or 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
• Ability to obtain a 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 developing a search methodology and conducting searches
• Strong time management skills and the ability to complete projects against deadlines
• Experience with Orbit, PatBase, Google Scholar or PatSeer
• Master's degree or PhD is a plus
Benefits:
• Flexible work hours
• Remote work options