Position Overview / Job Description
We are seeking a Patent Classifier to review Patent Applications received from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) in the general fields of mechanical, civil, and construction engineering.
The classifier will be expected to determine appropriate application classifications in accordance with the US Patent Classification and International Patent Classification structures through technical knowledge, research and automated tools. The successful candidate will have technical knowledge in one or more of the major classification categories and must be motivated to exceed the contractual productivity and quality targets.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities may include:
- Demonstrated ability to learn the patent classification/examination process.
- Apply knowledge of classification process to assign U.S. Paten Codes (USPC) and International Patent Codes (IPC) to complex technical subject matter.
- Assign USPC and IPC classifications within Tech Center specific classes.
- Use automated systems to perform research and classification operations.
- Function in a production-based environment with emphasis on quality and productivity.
- Meticulous attention to detail.
- Work independently with minimal supervision.
- Work closely with others in a team environment.
- Ability to use Microsoft Office Word and Excel.
- Attend on-going program training to expand knowledge in additional USPC classes.
Education:
A bachelor's degree in mechanical, civil, industrial, construction engineering, or equivalent mix of education and experience.
Experience:
Demonstrated experience in technical field and/or on teams within a technical field.
Security Clearance:
Applicant selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
Premier Technical Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V
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