Patent Classification Specialist - Physics/Electrical Engineering

Clarivate; United States; Remote; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Patent Classification Specialist to join their innovative team. In this role, you will leverage your technical knowledge and research skills to classify patent applications accurately. You will work closely with a supportive team in a friendly environment that encourages growth and mentorship. This full-time position offers a unique opportunity to enhance your expertise in patent classification while contributing to cutting-edge technology sectors. If you are eager to make an impact and thrive in a collaborative setting, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, electronics, or physics required.
• Experience with research through work, internships, or volunteering.

Responsibilities

• Master the patent classification process and assign classifications.
• Classify applications related to specific technologies.

Skills

Research Skills

Technical Knowledge

Analytical Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's in Electronics

Bachelor's in Physics

Tools

Automated Classification Tools

Computer Systems for Research

Job description

Patent Classification Specialist - Physics/Electrical Engineering

Join our team! We are looking for an excited, 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 in accordance with the Cooperative Patent Classification (CPC) system and United States Patent Classification System (USPC) through technical knowledge, research, and automated tools.

About you – experience, education, skills, and accomplishments

• Bachelor's in electrical engineering, electronics, or physics
• Experience and/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 work experience with research via work, internships, or volunteering
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Applicants must have resided in the U.S. for the past two consecutive years.

It would be great if you also had…

• Previous experience with intellectual property (highly desirable)
• Experience with circuits, electronics, electrical systems
• Ability to work independently, without excessive supervision
• Proficiency with computer systems to perform research and classification operations
• Ability to work independently to meet defined production and quality standards

What will you be doing in this role?

• Mastering the patent classification process
• Assigning classifications in accordance with the Cooperative Patent Classification rules and definitions
• Classifying applications related to specific technologies
• Continuously expanding knowledge and expertise into new technologies
• Working closely with others in a team environment

About the Team

The Search and Analytics team offers great opportunities for career growth with extensive training and mentorship in a friendly, relaxed, and team-oriented environment. They have an independently driven workflow.

Hours of Work

• Full-time, permanent position
• Must reside within a commutable distance to one of our office locations: Ann Arbor, Alexandria, Kansas City, or Philadelphia

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Clarivate is an Equal Opportunity Employer Vets/Minorities/Women/Disabled

About the company

Clarivate is a Philadelphia and London-based company formed in 2016, following the acquisition of Thomson Reuters' Intellectual Property and Science Business by Onex Corporation and Baring Private Equity Asia.