Join our team! We are looking for an excited, inquisitive Patent Classifier 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 Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering

• Experience and/or significant course work in any of the following areas:  

  • Network Security, Cryptography, Database Structure and Management, Machine Learning, Data Modeling, Data Storage/Interfaces, Electrical Communications, Image Recognition/Processing, Medical/Business/Fintech Informatics, Video Encoding/Decoding, Virtual Reality, Virtual Machines, Cloud Computing

• 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 system

• Ability to work independently, without excessive supervision

• The ability to use 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

• Continually expanding knowledge and expertise into new technologies

• Working closely with others in a team environment

About the Team

The Search and Analytics team provides a great opportunity for career growth with an excellent opportunity to start your Intellectual Property career. They provide extensive training and mentorship in a friendly, relaxed, and team-oriented environment with dynamic and engaged co-workers. The team has an independently driven workflow.

Hours of Work

• Full time, permanent

• Must reside within a commutable distance to one of our office locations: Ann Arbor MI, Alexandria VA, Philadelphia PA, Kansas City MO/KS, or Tempe AZ

Compensation - US Only

The expected base salary for this position is $50,000 - $65,000 USD per year.  This role is eligible for bonus earnings.  Individual pay is based upon experience, education, skill and ability, expertise, and relevant factors.

In addition to a competitive remuneration package, you will be eligible to participate in a benefits package that includes medical, dental, prescription drug, life insurance, 401k with match, long term disability coverage, vacation, sick time, volunteer time, discount programs, and many more.

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