Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is the federal agency for granting U.S. patents and registering trademarks. As a Patent Examiner (Computer Engineer) at America's Innovation Agency, you will be responsible for examining new inventions to determine and grant patents.
Responsibilities...
• Searching prior art using specialized technology systems to ensure that an invention is new and unique. Prior art is information that has been disclosed to the public about an invention before a given date including related patents, published articles and public demonstrations.
• Reviewing patent applications for potentially new inventions and innovations to ensure they meet the agency's requirements.
• Writing legal office actions on patentability and respond to patent applications.
Skills
• Successfully completed a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree in Engineering; OR a combination of qualifying education and experience
• Interpreting and applying advanced computer engineering and/or scientific principles, theories, concepts and methodologies used in the evaluation of technology
• Planning and conducting technical research to draft technical papers
• Applying appropriate references and case law to claimed inventions
Benefits
• Potential recruitment bonus
Company Overview
• The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is the federal agency for granting U.S. patents and registering trademarks. It was founded in 1975, and is headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia, USA, with a workforce of 10,001+ employees. Its website is http://www.uspto.gov
United States