Job Summary
Are you looking for a way to put your technical knowledge to use by researching and analyzing cutting edge technologies?
Are you looking for flexibility to control your workload and supplement your income?
Join our team! Clarivate is seeking motivated and independent Patent Analysts to work with us as independent contractors in support of a contract with the US Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO).
Our team has supported the USPTO by providing PCT Chapter I Search and Examination services since 2005 (formerly as Landon IP and CPA Global). As an independent contractor, you will be responsible for performing a comprehensive search and written opinion on the patentability of an array of diverse technologies.
Responsibilities:
On a weekly basis, accept projects with a defined due date based on your availability and the needs of Clarivate.
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:
Work Experience or Education required in one of the following areas:
Chemistry – organic and inorganic chemistry, polymer chemistry, medicinal chemistry pharmaceutical chemistry, small molecular structures
Chemical Engineering – process and reactor design, heat exchange, distillation, unit operations
Petroleum Engineering – oil and gas drilling processes and treatments, proppants, geologic surveying, environmental impact assessments
Materials Science and Engineering – synthesis and properties of materials, ceramics and composite engineering, alloys, nanotechnology
Qualifications:
U.S. citizens or work eligible legal residents who have resided in the U.S. for at least the two previous years.
Ability to obtain a Public Trust Clearance
Bachelor’s Degree (Master’s or PhD a plus)
0-3 years previous patent examining or patent searching experience is strongly preferred, though not required.
In-depth knowledge of technical literature in the area of subject matter expertise.
Extreme attention to detail required.
Highly skilled developing a search methodology and in conducting searches.
Strong time management skills and dependable in completing quality projects against deadlines.
Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
To perform successfully as a contractor, an individual must have the following equipment/tools:
A Computer running Windows Vista, 7, or 8 with the latest service packs and patches – OR – Mac OSX 10.5, 10.6, 10.7, 10.8.
A Reliable, High Speed Internet connection: Cellular, Dial-up, or Satellite Connections are not permitted.
A secure working location: Working from public areas is not permitted (e.g. coffee shop, café or public library).
Appropriate phone line and voicemail for business communication.
It is the policy of Clarivate to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Clarivate will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.