PCT Patent Analyst - Electrical Engineering

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Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Business Methods, Telecommunications, Physics, or Electrical Engineering.
• 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 ProQuest Dialog and IP.com.
• 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.
• In-depth knowledge of technical literature in engineering, software, and business methods.
• Demonstrated work experience requiring a high level of attention to detail.
• Strong time management skills and dependability in completing quality projects against deadlines.

Responsibilities:

• 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.