PCT Patent Analyst (Contract) - Computing/Electronics/Physics

Overview

This role is for a Patent Analyst with a focus in Computing, Electrical Communication, Electronic Engineering, or Physics. Work as a remote independent contractor in a flexible 1099 engagement supporting a contract with the US Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO).

Responsibilities include performing comprehensive patent searches and preparing written opinions on the patentability of a range of technologies.

Responsibilities

• Accept projects on a weekly basis with defined due dates based on availability and workload.
• Review patent disclosures quickly and understand technical nuances that may distinguish the disclosure from prior art.
• Conduct comprehensive searches to identify the most relevant prior art and produce a logical, complete search history.
• Prepare written opinions applying the most relevant prior art to the disclosure.
• Maintain proficiency with commercial patent searching databases and other proprietary databases of technical publications.
• Stay current on best practices and changes to search procedures through self-directed review of materials provided by the organization.
• Deliver consistent, timely, high-quality work products.
• Ensure compliance with the organization’s Code of Business Ethics and Corporate Conduct.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Technology, Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Physics, 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous patent examining or patent searching experience.
• Highly skilled at developing search methodology and conducting searches.
• Strong time management skills and ability to complete projects against deadlines.
• Experience with Orbit, PatBase, Google Scholar or PatSeer.
• Master’s degree or PhD.

Compensation & Benefits

• 1099 independent contractor role (remote).

Location / Work Details

• Remote position, with all work completed in the continental United States.
• Secure work location required; working from public areas is not permitted.

Required Equipment

• Reliable high-speed internet connection: at least 10 Mbps download speed and 1 Mbps upload speed of dedicated internet bandwidth.
• Phone and voicemail service for business communication.

Hours of Work

• Flexible work hours.