Senior QA Patent Analyst - PCT

Clarivate•Alexandria, VA

5d•$60,000 - $70,000•Remote

About The Position

We are hiring a Senior QA Patent Analyst to join our Intellectual Property team at Clarivate. In this role, you will review medical device and/or mechanical engineering patent cases received from USPTO. You will ensure daily quality control of all outgoing deliverables to the USPTO through consistent review of PCT cases.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field (Manufacturing or Aerospace) or equivalent relevant work experience
5+ years of experience working as a Patent Analyst or a similar role
2+ years of successful, full-time PCT examination experience
Must pass USPTO Background check
Ability to obtain a Public Trust Clearance
U.S. citizen or work eligible legal resident who has resided in the U.S. for the last two years

Nice To Haves

Understanding of AQL-based quality systems and their implementation
Understanding of technical subject matter in one or more technical areas
Ability to independently complete review of five assigned PCT cases daily on average
Understanding of lack of unity practice as well as differences between US and PCT examination practice
Ability to effectively communicate with PCT Analysts and managers by providing detailed correction requests and positive feedback where appropriate
Ability to recommend, draft, and implement corrective action plans when necessary

Responsibilities

Ensures daily quality control of all outgoing deliverables to the USPTO through consistent review of PCT cases
Maintains an AQL-based performance monitoring system for ready assessment of all personnel within their technical area
Works to ensure that performance issues are carefully managed to maintain compliance
Communicates quality control needs such as revisions directly to PCT production managers and personnel