Patent Analyst

Citius Minds; Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Citius Minds is hiring a Patent Analyst to evaluate inventions for patentability, conduct prior art and freedom-to-operate searches, and prepare clear patent-related documentation. The role involves supporting patent preparation and prosecution, developing IP insights, and collaborating with clients and teams in a deadline-driven environment.

The candidate should have a strong engineering/science background, experience with patent databases, and excellent communication skills to craft structured

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills to review technical documentation, assess inventions, and interpret complex patent data.
• Knowledge of patent law and procedures, including patentability assessment and understanding of global IP frameworks.
• Experience in patent preparation, drafting patent-related documents, and organizing supporting technical information.
• Ability to conduct patentability and prior art searches using patent databases and research tools.
• Skills in competitive intelligence, including tracking competitor IP activity and identifying market and technology trends.
• Degree in engineering, science, or a related technical field; additional IP or legal qualifications are an advantage.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail and structured documentation practices.
• Proficiency with patent search databases, office productivity tools, and data analysis software.
• Capacity to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and manage multiple assignments in a deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate inventions and technologies for patentability and freedom-to-operate considerations.
• Conduct prior art and FTO searches and prepare patent-related reports.
• Assist in patent preparation, prosecution activities, and documentation.
• Monitor competitor IP portfolios and provide competitive intelligence.
• Collaborate with internal teams and clients to address IP-related challenges and maintain accuracy.

Skills

Analytical skills

Patent law knowledge

Patent preparation & drafting

Prior art searches

Competitive intelligence

Technical degree

Written & verbal communication

Data analysis & tools

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Engineering/Science degree

IP or legal qualification (advantage)

Tools

Patent databases

Job description

Company Description

Citius Minds is a technology consulting firm specializing in advanced patent analytics and end-to-end patent litigation services for global companies and law firms. Its consulting experts bring more than five decades of combined experience in intellectual property management. The firm is known as a trusted partner for a wide range of IP needs, serving clients across domains such as software, web technologies, e-commerce, telecommunications, automobiles, networking, and semiconductors. Citius Minds focuses on helping clients make informed IP decisions that align with their business goals. The company emphasizes customized, value-driven solutions tailored to client objectives rather than off-the-shelf offerings.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site Patent Analyst role based in the Greater Delhi Area. The Patent Analyst will evaluate inventions and technologies for patentability, conduct prior art and freedom-to-operate searches, and prepare clear, structured patent-related documentation and reports. Responsibilities include analyzing technical and legal information, supporting patent preparation and prosecution activities, and developing insights to guide clients on IP strategy. The role involves monitoring competitor IP portfolios, providing competitive intelligence, and collaborating with internal teams and clients to address specific IP-related challenges. The Patent Analyst is expected to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and maintain high standards of accuracy and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills to review technical documentation, assess inventions, and interpret complex patent data.
• Knowledge of patent law and procedures, including patentability assessment and understanding of global IP frameworks.
• Experience in patent preparation, drafting patent-related documents, and organizing supporting technical information.
• Ability to conduct patentability and prior art searches using patent databases and research tools.
• Skills in competitive intelligence, including tracking competitor IP activity and identifying market and technology trends.
• Degree in engineering, science, or a related technical field; additional IP or legal qualifications are an advantage.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail and structured documentation practices.
• Proficiency with patent search databases, office productivity tools, and data analysis software.
• Capacity to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and manage multiple assignments in a deadline-driven environment.