Patent Classification Specialist - Physics/Electrical Engineering

Clarivate Analytics; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Patent Classification Specialist with a background in physics or electrical engineering. This full-time role involves classifying patents and requires strong research skills. The position offers hybrid work options and emphasizes independence and technical knowledge.

Qualifications

• At least 6 months of research experience.
• Experience in circuits, electronics, electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Master the patent classification process.
• Assign classifications according to CPC rules.
• Collaborate closely with team members.

Skills

Research

Technical Knowledge

Independence

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Bachelor's degree in electronics

Bachelor's degree in physics

Job description

Patent Classification Specialist - Physics/Electrical Engineering

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Location: Hybrid, with options in Ann Arbor, Philadelphia, Alexandria, Kansas City, Tempe

Type: Full-time, Permanent

Posted: 2 Days Ago

Join our team! We are seeking an enthusiastic, inquisitive Research Analyst/Patent Classification Specialist (PCS) to join our Patent Search and Innovation Intelligence Services Team. In this role, you will determine appropriate application classifications according to the Cooperative Patent Classification (CPC) system and the United States Patent Classification System (USPC), leveraging technical knowledge, research, and automated tools.

About you – experience, education, skills, and accomplishments

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, electronics, or physics
• Experience or significant coursework in areas such as circuits, electronics, electrical systems, power systems, semiconductors, optics, testing systems, digital signal processing, etc.
• At least 6 months of research experience through work, internships, or volunteering
• Legally authorized to work in the United States
• Resided in the U.S. for the past two consecutive years

Preferred qualifications

• Previous experience with intellectual property (highly desirable)
• Experience with circuits, electronics, electrical systems
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Proficiency in using computer systems for research and classification
• Capability to meet production and quality standards independently

Key responsibilities

• Master the patent classification process
• Assign classifications according to CPC rules and definitions
• Classify applications related to specific technologies
• Continuously expand knowledge and expertise in new technologies
• Collaborate closely with team members

About the Team

The Search and Analytics team offers excellent opportunities for career growth in Intellectual Property, with comprehensive training and mentorship in a friendly, team-oriented environment. The team operates with an independently driven workflow.

Hours of Work

• Full-time, permanent
• Must reside within commuting distance of one of our office locations

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