Physics Patent Examiner: Shape the Future of Innovation

U.S. Department of Commerce; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Patent and Trademark Office seeks qualified individuals for Patent Examiner (Physics) positions, assessing invention claims and applying physics principles in technology evaluation.

Certification through OPM standards (GS-1224) is described, with multiple qualification paths including graduate education and/or specialized experience. Applicants must meet base educational requirements and may qualify via additional graduate work or relevant experience, as outlined by OPM.

Qualifications

• Degree in physics or related field with at least 24 semester hours in physics.
• Graduate-level education for GS-7/9/11 qualifications as described (master's or higher).
• Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree for higher grades is acceptable.

Education

Degree in physics

Graduate-level education in physics

Ph.D. in physics or related field

Job description

U.S. Patent and Trademark Office seeks qualified individuals for Patent Examiner (Physics) positions, assessing invention claims and applying physics principles in technology evaluation.

Certification through OPM standards (GS-1224) is described, with multiple qualification paths including graduate education and/or specialized experience. Applicants must meet base educational requirements and may qualify via additional graduate work or relevant experience, as outlined by OPM.