Patent Classifier: Tech Classification & Research Expert

Clarivate; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Clarivate is seeking a Patent Classifier to determine CPC/USPC classifications for patent applications using both technical research and automated tools. You will classify applications, expand expertise across technologies, and work within a collaborative team to maintain high production and quality standards.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in CS/CE/EE, and 6+ months of research or internship experience, with strict US work eligibility and residency requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS, CE, or EE required.
• Experience or coursework in network security, cryptography, ML, data modeling, cloud computing, or related fields.
• At least 6 months of work experience with research via work, internships or volunteering.
• Authorized to work in the United States and have resided in the US for the past two consecutive years.

Responsibilities

• Master the patent classification process.
• Assign classifications per CPC/USPC rules and definitions.
• Classify applications related to specific technologies.
• Continually expand knowledge into new technologies.
• Collaborate closely with team members in a collaborative environment.

Skills

Network Security

Cryptography

Machine Learning

Data Modeling

Cloud Computing

Image Recognition

Video Encoding

Electrical Communications

Education

Bachelor's in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Virtual Machines

Job description

Clarivate is seeking a Patent Classifier to determine CPC/USPC classifications for patent applications using both technical research and automated tools. You will classify applications, expand expertise across technologies, and work within a collaborative team to maintain high production and quality standards.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in CS/CE/EE, and 6+ months of research or internship experience, with strict US work eligibility and residency requirements.