Patent Analyst - Biotechnology (Remote Contractor) at Clarivate Analytics US LLC in Bingham Farms, Michigan

Job Description:

Clarivate is a global leader in providing solutions to accelerate the lifecycle of innovation. Our bold mission is to help customers solve some of the world's most complex problems by providing actionable information and insights that reduce the time from new ideas to life-changing inventions in the areas of science and intellectual property. We help customers discover, protect and commercialize their inventions using our trusted subscription and technology-based solutions coupled with deep domain expertise.

We now have more than 8,500 colleagues in over 40 countries worldwide, and we work with over 200 partners to deliver value and success for our customers. Today, Clarivate is a publicly traded company, listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker NYSE:CLVT.

Clarivate is committed to building, nurturing, and developing a diverse culture of belonging where new colleagues can bring their authentic self to work every day! Join us!

Job Summary

Are you looking for a way to put your technical knowledge to use by researching and analyzing cutting edge technologies?

Are you looking for flexibility to control your workload and supplement your income?

Join our team! Clarivate is seeking motivated and independent Patent Analysts to work with us as independent contractors in support of a contract with the US Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO).

Our team has supported the USPTO by providing PCT Chapter I Search and Examination services since 2005 (formerly as Landon IP). As an independent contractor, you will be responsible for performing a comprehensive search and written opinion on the patentability of an array of diverse technologies.

Responsibilities:

• On a weekly basis, accept projects with a defined due date based on your availability and the needs of Clarivate.




• Demonstrate the ability to read a disclosure quickly and understand the technical nuances which may potentially distinguish it from the prior art.




• Perform a comprehensive search to ensure the most relevant prior art is located and provide a logical and complete search history.




• Prepare a written opinion applying the most relevant prior art to the disclosure.




• Maintain proficiency with commercial patent searching databases and other proprietary databases of technical publications.




• Stay abreast of best practices and changes to search procedures via self-directed review of materials provided by Clarivate.




• Maintain consistent timeliness and superior quality of deliverables.

Primary Requirements:

Work Experience or Education required in one of the following areas:

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  Biotechnology (or Biology), Life Sciences - Cell and molecular biology, microbiology, human physiology, biochemistry, biophysics, stem cells, genetic engineering, pharmacology, biofuels, antibodies and immunology, vaccines, etc.
  

Primary Qualifications:

• U.S. citizens or work eligible legal residents who have resided in the U.S. for at least the two previous years.




• Ability to obtain a Public Trust Clearance




• Bachelor's Degree (Master's or PhD a plus)




• 0-3 years previous patent examining or patent searching experience is strongly preferred, though not required.




• In-depth knowledge of technical literature in the area of subject matter expertise.




• Extreme attention to detail required.




• Highly skilled developing a search methodology and in conducting searches.




• Strong time management skills and dependable in completing quality projects against deadlines.




• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.

To perform successfully as a contractor, an individual must have the following equipment/tools:

• A Computer running Windows Vista, 7, or 8 with the latest service packs and patches - OR - Mac OSX 10.5, 10.6, 10.7, 10.8.




• A Reliable, High Speed Internet connection: Cellular, Dial-up, or Satellite Connections are not permitted.




• A secure working location: Working from public areas is not permitted (e.g. coffee shop, cafe or public library).

It is the policy of Clarivate to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Clarivate will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.