Patent Analyst - Biotechnology

*Opportunity-Remote within the USA! Flexible work schedule and financial rewards.*

Cardinal Intellectual Property is actively seeking Patent Analysts to join our fast-growing team in Evanston, IL or Remotely based in the USA. We can offer you challenging, and financially rewarding position based on performance only. The position is unique it provides you with schedule flexibility and opportunity to earn with no upper ceiling.
Full time employees can enjoy competitive insurance benefits and retirement plan with profit sharing.

Successful candidates must have Master’s or Ph.D. in Biochemistry or Biological discipline (Immunology, Microbiology, Genetics, Neurobiology, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology).

Patent Analysts specialize in conducting patent searches for clients. They utilize their technical background and experiences to understand each invention or patent disclosure; and apply critical thinking and problem solving skills to conduct a focused and comprehensive search for prior art references for the search report.
Search analysts work with constantly new inventions and cutting-edge technologies, with each project providing unique and broad challenges. Search analysts work on various types of projects, including, patentability, invalidity, state of the art, and freedom to operate searches.

Position Responsibilities/Duties:

Conduct high-quality patent search projects

Meet deadlines and manage the assignments on docket

Communicate effectively with other staff and team members

Work and be available during business hours

Position Requirements:

Master’s or Ph.D. in Biochemistry or Biological discipline (Immunology, Microbiology, Genetics, Neurobiology, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology)

Demonstrated experience in technical areas.

Always a plus if you have one or more of:

Patent sequence search experience

Patent JD degree

Intellectual Property experience

Post-doctoral research experience (laboratory experience – either academic or industrial) preferred

Background in statistics

Experience in proteomics or bioinformatics

Exposure to immunology, genetics, molecular biology, or bioinformatics

Required Skills and Abilities:

Self-motivated to work effectively and efficiently

Attention to detail and ability to meet deadline

Technical understanding of the invention disclosure, and identification of search focus

Problem solving skills in constructing and conducting patent searches using various search engines

Critical thinking skills to analyze found results and completing a search report

Cardinal Intellectual Property, Inc. is a global leader in patent and trademark service, and a provider of software services for intellectual property management. As a leader in the patent research industry, Cardinal IP has been contracted by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office to conduct their PCT searches and prepare the preliminary opinions across all subject categories. Our technology solutions for intellectual property management include Invention Disclosure Processing, Docketing and Competitive Monitoring. Our technology platforms incorporate rigorous security and data protection standards, and we maintain confidentiality using the same diligence and procedures as a law firm.

Cardinal Intellectual Property, Inc. provides equal opportunity in employment to all employees and applicants for employment. No person will be discriminated against in employment because of race, religion, color, sex, gender, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, sexual orientation, military status, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable Federal, State or local statute or ordinance.

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

Work Location:

One location