AI Patent Examiner: Shape Europe's Innovation

European Patent Office; Den Haag; Hybrid; EUR 79,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work policy

30+ days annual leave

Pension and insurance

Examiners training program

Hybrid working model

On-site facilities

Job summary

The European Patent Office seeks an experienced examiner to assess patent applications in AI, applied mathematics and quantum computing. You will analyze novelty, conduct in-depth research, and apply legal frameworks to determine grant eligibility, collaborating with international colleagues across Germany or the Netherlands.

A strong background in AI/NLP or applied mathematics is required, with a Master’s degree and proficiency in English (C1) and willingness to learn other languages.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a technical field covering one or more technical areas mentioned above.
• Excellent knowledge (at least C1) of one official language (English, French or German) and ability to understand the other two; or excellent English with willingness to learn missing languages.
• Citizenship of a member state of the European Patent Organisation.

Responsibilities

• Examine patent applications – including technical docs and drawings – in English, French or German.
• Analyse new inventions for novelty and inventive step.
• Conduct in-depth research using digital search tools and patent sources for prior art.
• Apply EPC and related legal texts to make high-quality grant decisions.
• Communicate findings clearly with applicants and other parties.
• Collaborate with international colleagues in a diverse environment.
• Maintain high-quality standards with scientific rigour.

Skills

AI/ML expertise

Applied maths

NLP knowledge

Education

Master's degree in a technical field

Job description

The European Patent Office seeks an experienced examiner to assess patent applications in AI, applied mathematics and quantum computing. You will analyze novelty, conduct in-depth research, and apply legal frameworks to determine grant eligibility, collaborating with international colleagues across Germany or the Netherlands.

A strong background in AI/NLP or applied mathematics is required, with a Master’s degree and proficiency in English (C1) and willingness to learn other languages.