Clarivate

PCT Patent Analyst (Biotech)


PayCompetitive
LocationRemote
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: JREQ129714

      Join our team! Clarivate is seeking motivated Patent Analysts to work with us in support of a contract with the US Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO). As a Patent Analyst, you will be responsible for performing a comprehensive search and written opinion on the patentability of an array of diverse technologies.

      About you – experience, education, skills, and accomplishments

      • Bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry, Microbiology, or Biotechnology

      • At least 1 year of previous patent examining or patent searching experience

      • At least 1 year of experience developing search methodology and conducting searches using databases such as Orbit, Derwent Innovation, Google Scholar, Google Patents, PubMed

      • Must be a U.S. citizen or work-eligible legal resident who has continuously resided in the U.S. for at least the two previous years

      • Ability to obtain a Public Trust Clearance

      It would be great if you also had

      • Master’s or PhD

      • At least 3 years of previous patent examining or patent searching experience

      • In-depth knowledge of technical literature in the areas of engineering, software, and business methods

      • Demonstrated work experience in roles requiring a high level of attention to detail

      • Strong time management skills and dependability in completing quality projects against deadlines

      What will you be doing in this role?

      • On a weekly basis, accept projects with a defined due date

      • 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

      About the team

      Our team has supported the USPTO by providing PCT Chapter I Search and Examination services since 2005 (formerly as Landon IP and CPA Global).

      Hours of Work

      This is a full-time, permanent position

      This position is fully remote working in the United States

      Compensation - US Only

      The expected base salary for this position is a base salary of $55,000 USD per year with eligibility for productivity earnings. Individual pay is based upon experience, education, skill and ability, expertise , and relevant factors.

      In addition to a competitive remuneration package, you will be eligible to participate in a benefits package that includes medical, dental, prescription drug, life insurance, 401k with match, long term disability coverage, vacation, sick time, volun teer time, discount programs, and many more.

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      Clarivate is an Equal Opportunity Employer Vets/Minorities/Women/Disabled

  • About the company

      Clarivate is a Philadelphia and London-based company formed in 2016, following the acquisition of Thomson Reuters' Intellectual Property and Science Business by Onex Corporation and Baring Private Equity Asia.