PCT Patent Analyst - Biomedical Engineering

Clarivate•Ann Arbor, MI

4d•$50,000 - $60,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Clarivate is seeking a motivated PCT Patent Analyst to support its contract with the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO). The role performs comprehensive searches and prepares written opinions on the patentability of diverse technologies. The analyst reviews PCT patent applications and technical disclosures, researches patent and non-patent literature, assesses novelty and inventive step, and documents findings in clear, well-supported opinions and search histories. The position is full-time and permanent, with a hybrid work arrangement requiring two days per week in a U.S. office. The analyst reports directly to the Manager of Technical PCT Patent Analysis.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Life Sciences, or a similar area.
At least 2 years of experience in patent examining or patent searching.
Must be a U.S. citizen or work-eligible legal resident who has continuously resided in the U.S. for at least the previous two years.
Ability to obtain a Public Trust Clearance.

Nice To Haves

Master’s or PhD.
At least 3 years of previous patent examining or patent searching experience.
In-depth knowledge of technical literature in engineering, software, and business methods.
Demonstrated work experience in roles requiring a high level of attention to detail.
Strong time-management skills and dependability in completing quality projects against deadlines.

Responsibilities

Review PCT patent applications and technical disclosures to understand subject matter, inventive concepts, and technical nuances that may distinguish an invention from existing prior art.
Conduct comprehensive prior-art searches across patent and non-patent literature using commercial patent-searching platforms and proprietary technical databases.
Analyze and compare relevant prior art against PCT patent applications to assess novelty and inventive step.
Maintain a clear, logical, and complete search history documenting research conducted and relevant prior art identified.
Prepare clear, well-supported written opinions applying relevant prior art and explaining findings related to novelty and inventive step.
Manage a weekly workload of assigned projects, meeting deadlines while maintaining high standards of quality and accuracy.
Maintain proficiency with patent-searching databases, technical literature resources, and established search methodologies.
Stay current on search procedures and best practices by reviewing Clarivate-provided training materials and resources.
Adhere to Clarivate’s Code of Business Ethics and Corporate Conduct.