Looking for a career where you can make a difference every day? Discover this great opportunity to be a part of a dynamic team as a Patent Classifier. Serco’s Intellectual Property (IP) Services Program performs patent related classification analysis for the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) and the European Patent Office (EPO), as well as performing similar analysis and patent search for law firms and inventors.

This is a great opportunity for a candidate who is seeking a team driven environment, but is also a strong, independent worker. The work performed by Serco Patent Classifiers supports a contract with the USPTO as well as related commercial patent search and analysis services. Subject matter for this role includes Polymers/Catalysts/Pharmaceutical Compounds/Chemical Compounds/Analytical Chemistry/Coating Compositions/Microbiology & Molecular Biology/Surgery.

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In this Patent Classifier role, you will:

• Review and analyze Patent Applications based on the US and International patent classification structures, and determine a likely patent classification and a series of sub classifications.
• Provide technical expertise in one or more of the following technologies: medical and surgical procedures, medical/surgical instruments and supplies, diagnostic equipment, treatment devices; and exercising.
• Be expected to determine appropriate classifications in accordance with both U.S. and international patent classification systems through technical knowledge, research, and automated tools.
• Learn patent classification, search, and examination processes.
• Apply knowledge of classification processes to assign U.S. Patent Classification (USPC) and Cooperative Patent Classification (CPC) codes to complex technical subject matter.
• Use automated systems to perform research and classification operations.
• Function in a production-based environment with emphasis on operating efficiently and accurately at a significant pace.
• Work independently with minimal supervision.
• Work closely with others in a team environment.
• Participate in on-going program training to expand knowledge in additional technical fields and patent services.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, Biology and Biochemistry, or related discipline or equivalent mix of education and experience.
• 0-2 years experience.
• Understanding of technical concepts and/or Medical Terminology
• 25% travel may be required.
• Exceptional analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Strong reading comprehension skills.
• Strong written communication skills.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Word and Excel.
• The ability to work on a computer workstation 8 hours per day.
• Must be able to obtain and/or maintain a Public Trust Security Clearance.

If you are interested in supporting and working with USPTO and a passionate Serco team- then submit your application now for immediate consideration.  It only takes a few minutes and could change your career!

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