SA16P3 IP Search Analyst

Chemical Abstracts Service; Washington (District of Columbia); Remote; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading scientific information solutions provider is seeking a remote IP Search Analyst responsible for conducting patentability searches and providing written opinions in fields like chemistry and life sciences. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and at least five years of patent search experience. Strong communication skills and a high level of detail are essential. The role offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Generous vacation plan

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Retirement plans

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience with patent searches.
• Proven expertise in patent search or examination.
• Experience with customer relationship management systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a resource for patentability search services.
• Craft documented search and written opinion analysis.
• Maintain proficiency through training in proprietary systems.

Skills

Patent search expertise

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Proactive planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemistry or related science

Tools

CRM systems

SAP

Job description

Overview

CAS uses intuitive technology, unparalleled scientific content and unmatched human expertise to help companies create groundbreaking innovations that benefit the world. As the scientific information solutions division of the American Chemical Society, CAS manages the largest curated reservoir of scientific knowledge, and for 118 years, has helped innovators mine, assess and apply that information to keep businesses thriving. The CAS team is global, diverse, endlessly curious and strives to make scientific insights accessible to innovators worldwide.

CAS is currently seeking an IP Search Analyst. This position is remote.

Position Summary

Responsible for performing the intellectual effort for CAS Search Service projects and services related to intellectual property patentability search and written opinion examination services for patent office customers in chemistry, chemical engineering, biochemistry, or life sciences.

Position Accountabilities

1. Serve as a confidential resource regarding intellectual property patentability search and written opinion examination services for patent office customers.
2. Craft documented search and written opinion analysis, applying the most pertinent prior art to the disclosure, meeting, or exceeding customer quality standards.
3. Maintain search and examination proficiency through provided training in commercial and proprietary systems.
4. Uphold uniform schedules and exceptional standards of all deliverables.

Qualifications

• Bachelor\'s degree in chemistry or related science (Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering), with a deep understanding of technical literature in the relevant field.
• At least five years\' prior experience utilizing both free and commercial databases.
• Proven expertise in patent search or examination, preferably in the chemical and/or pharmaceutical sectors.
• Track record of successfully delivering projects within deadlines, coupled with an exceptional eye for detail.
• High degree of discretion and confidentiality.
• Strong communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills; specifically, customer interaction
• Strong skills in proactive planning and responsiveness
• Experience with business or customer relationship management systems (i.e. SAP, SQL, Oracle, CRM, Salesforce.com) preferred but not necessary.

CAS offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including a generous vacation plan, medical, dental, vision insurance plans, and employee savings and retirement plans. Candidates for this position must be authorized to work in the United States and not require work authorization sponsorship by our company for this position now or in the future. EEO/Disabled/Veteran.

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