Position Overview / Job Description
Premier Technical Services is seeking a Patent
Classifier to review Patent Applications received from the U.S. Patent and
Trademark Office (USPTO) in the general fields of organic chemistry, biochemistry,
pharmaceutical chemistry, microbiology and/or industrial chemistry.
This is a great opportunity for a candidate who
is seeking a team driven environment, but also is a strong, independent
worker. Our facility is fully run by
Serco North America in support of our contract with the USPTO. This is an ideal job for a candidate who
would like to make significant contributions to the patent industry while
working in the beautiful surroundings of the Shenandoah Valley in Harrisonburg, Virginia.
The patent classifier will be expected to determine appropriate application classifications in accordance with the U.S. Patent Classification and International Patent Classification systems through technical knowledge, research and automated tools.
Required Skills:
- Technical expertise in one or more of the following technologies: general chemistry, organic chemistry, biochemistry,
pharmaceutical chemistry, catalysts, polymers, biological testing, proteomics,
immunology, microbiology, or any related biological or chemical technology.
- The ability to multitask, think on the go and adapt to changing situations.
- Meticulous attention to detail.
- The ability to use automated systems to perform research and classification operations.
- Demonstrated experience performing research.
- Ability to function in a production-based environment, including operating efficiently, accurately and at a significant pace.
- Motivated to exceed the contractual productivity and quality targets.
- Ability to work independently without need of excessive supervision.
- Ability to work on a computer workstation 8 hours per day.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities may include:
- Master the patent classification process and to perform complex processing operations.
- Classify applications related to specific technologies within Tech Center 1600/1700.
- Participate in training programs to expand knowledge and expertise into new technologies.
- Work closely with others in a team environment.
Education:
A Bachelor of Science, or preferably a Master of Science, in Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical
Chemistry, Polymer Chemistry or in a closely related field. 0-2 years of work experience in a
professional environment.
Experience:
Demonstrated experience working on teams within a technical field.
Security Clearance:
Applicant selected will be subject to a
government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for
access to classified information.
Applicant must be a United
States citizen.
Premier Technical Services is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V
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