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Meso Scale Discovery

Senior Patent Counsel

Rockville, MD · On-site

$174K - $272K/yr

... contracts involving patents. • Stays current on changes in patent law and participates in ... EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related field ...

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Senior Patent Counsel

Rockville, MD · On-site

$174K - $272K/yr

... contracts involving patents. • Stays current on changes in patent law and participates in ... EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related field ...

Gentex Corporation

Patent Attorney

Holland, MI · On-site

... engineering, acoustics, electrical engineering, and chemistry. * Conduct patent analysis for ... employment, contracts, corporate law, securities law, mergers and acquisitions, intellectual ...

Gentex

Patent Attorney

Holland, MI · On-site

... engineering, acoustics, electrical engineering, and chemistry. * Conduct patent analysis for ... employment, contracts, corporate law, securities law, mergers and acquisitions, intellectual ...

Lennox International

Junior Patent Agent

Richardson, TX · On-site

$103K - $135K/yr

Collaborate with inventors, engineers, and other stakeholders to identify and capture new ... Provide intellectual property support for commercial contracts. What We Are Looking For WHAT WE ARE ...

Lennox International

Junior Patent Agent

Richardson, TX

$103K - $135K/yr

Collaborate with inventors, engineers, and other stakeholders to identify and capture new ... Provide intellectual property support for commercial contracts. What We Are Looking For WHAT WE ARE ...

Lennox International

Junior Patent Agent

Richardson, TX · On-site

$103K - $135K/yr

Collaborate with inventors, engineers, and other stakeholders to identify and capture new ... Provide intellectual property support for commercial contracts. What We Are Looking For WHAT WE ARE ...

Lennox International

Junior Patent Agent

Richardson, TX

$103K - $135K/yr

Collaborate with inventors, engineers, and other stakeholders to identify and capture new ... Provide intellectual property support for commercial contracts. WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR * Requires ...

Mercor

IP Expert - Patent Specialist

New York, NY · On-site +1

$85 - $120/hr

Contract Compensation: $85-$120/hour Location: Remote Commitment: 20-40 hours/week Role ... Technical background in engineering, computer science, life sciences, or chemistry preferred for ...

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Senior Patent Specialist, Patent Agent

Dallas, TX · On-site

This position oversees legal invoice review, contract workflows, and prepares portfolio summaries ... Education Bachelor's Degree in Legal Studies, Business, Life Sciences, Engineering, or a related ...

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As of Jun 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for contract patent engineer in the United States is $152,666.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $111,500.00 and $180,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectContract Patent EngineerPatent Agent
CredentialsEngineering degree, patent law knowledgeLaw degree, patent bar admission
Work EnvironmentContract basis, engineering firms, R&D departmentsLegal practice, patent law firms, corporate legal teams
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PCT Patent Analyst (Contract) - Computing/Electronics/Physics

Clarivate

Remote

Part-time

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Job description

We are looking for a Patent Analyst with a focus in Computing, Electrical Communication, Electronic Engineering, or Physics to join our team! This is an amazing opportunity to put your technical knowledge to use by researching and analyzing cutting edge technologies at Clarivate.
Work with us as a remote independent contractor in this flexible 1099 role supporting our contract with the US Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO). Our team has supported the USPTO by providing PCT Chapter I Search and Examination services since 2005. As an independent contractor, you will be responsible for performing a comprehensive search and a written opinion on the patentability of an array of diverse technologies. If selected, you will be expected to perform the work in accordance with the terms of a consulting agreement to be presented to you for consideration by Clarivate
About You - experience, education, skills, and accomplishments
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Technology, Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Physics, or related field
  • 1+ year of experience working with patents or in the intellectual property field
  • 1+ year of work experience in the industry or advanced research in a related field
  • 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

It would be great if you also had . . .
  • Previous patent examining/patent searching experience
  • Highly skilled developing a search methodology and conducting searches.
  • Strong time management skills and the ability to complete projects against deadlines.
  • Experience with Orbit, PatBase, Google Scholar or PatSeer
  • Master's degree or PhD is a plus

What will you be doing in this role?
  • On a weekly basis, accept projects with a defined due date based on your availability and the needs of Clarivate.
  • Demonstrate the ability to read a disclosure quickly and understand the technical nuances which may potentially distinguish it from the prior art.
  • Perform a comprehensive search to ensure the most relevant prior art is located and provide a logical and complete search history.
  • Prepare a written opinion applying the most relevant prior art to the disclosure.
  • Maintain proficiency with commercial patent searching databases and other proprietary databases of technical publications.
  • Stay abreast of best practices and changes to search procedures via self directed review of materials provided by Clarivate.
  • Maintain consistent timeliness and superior quality of deliverables.
  • Ensure compliance with Clarivate's Code of Business Ethics and Corporate Conduct

Required Equipment for the job:
  • Reliable, High Speed Internet connection: at least 10 Mbps of download speed and 1 Mbps of upload speed of dedicated internet bandwidth
  • Secure work location, working from public areas is not permitted
  • Phone and voicemail service for business communication

Hours of Work
  • Flexible work hours
  • This is a remote position, but all work must be completed in the continental United States

At Clarivate, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons with respect to hiring, compensation, promotion, training, and other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment. We comply with applicable laws and regulations governing non-discrimination in all locations.

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