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... patent and trademark records; monitoring filing, renewal, and maintenance deadlines; coordinating ... annuity payments, maintenance fees, and other required filings and payments. * Help maintain ...

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How much do patent annuity jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for patent annuity in the United States is $115,452.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $110,500.00 and $115,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Patent Annuity vs Patent Examiner?

AspectPatent AnnuityPatent Examiner
Required CredentialsLegal or patent office experience, knowledge of patent lawsLegal or technical degree, patent law knowledge
Work EnvironmentPatent firms, legal departments, patent agenciesPatent offices, government agencies
Industry UsageManaging patent renewals and feesExamining patent applications and prior art

Patent Annuity professionals focus on managing patent renewal payments, ensuring patent rights are maintained. Patent Examiners evaluate patent applications for novelty and compliance. While both roles require patent law knowledge, Patent Annuity specialists handle administrative tasks, whereas Patent Examiners are involved in the examination process.

What are patent annuities?

Patent annuities, also known as maintenance fees or renewal fees, are regular payments required to keep a patent in force. These fees must be paid to patent offices at scheduled intervals, typically annually, after a patent is granted. Failing to pay annuities on time can result in the lapse or expiration of the patent, meaning the patent owner loses exclusive rights to the invention. Patent annuities help encourage only valuable patents to be maintained and reduce the administrative burden of expired or unused patents.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a patent annuity specialist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Patent Annuity Specialist, you need strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and knowledge of patent law and renewal procedures, often supported by experience in intellectual property administration. Familiarity with patent management systems (such as CPI or Anaqua), docketing software, and understanding of global annuity payment processes is typically required. Excellent communication, problem-solving abilities, and the capacity to manage deadlines are valuable soft skills in this role. These competencies ensure accurate, timely annuity payments and compliance, which are critical to maintaining clients’ intellectual property rights worldwide.

What are the typical challenges faced by professionals managing patent annuities, and how can they be addressed?

Managing patent annuities often involves coordinating deadlines across multiple jurisdictions, each with its own rules and payment schedules. A common challenge is ensuring timely payments to avoid costly lapses in patent protection. Effective professionals rely on specialized software and maintain close communication with global agents and legal teams to track deadlines and regulatory changes. Staying organized and detail-oriented, as well as developing proactive workflows, are key to successfully managing the complexities of this role.

How often are patent annuities paid?

Patent annuities are typically paid annually or semi-annually, depending on the country and specific patent office requirements. Patent professionals often track renewal deadlines to ensure timely payments and maintain patent rights.
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Infographic showing various Patent Annuity job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 95% Full Time, and 5% Part Time. Highlights an 85% In-person, 5% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $115,452 per year, or $55.5 per hour.

Surface Science & Microscopy Scientist

ExxonMobil

Spring, TX • On-site

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

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Company rating: 5.9 out of 10

Based on 227 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

71st of 86 rated oil and gas companies

Job description

About us

At ExxonMobil, our vision is to lead in energy innovations that advance modern living and a net-zero future. As one of the world’s largest publicly traded energy and chemical companies, we are powered by a unique and diverse workforce fueled by the pride in what we do and what we stand for.

The success of our Upstream, Product Solutions and Low Carbon Solutions businesses is the result of the talent, curiosity and drive of our people. They bring solutions every day to optimize our strategy in energy, chemicals, lubricants and lower-emissions technologies. 

We invite you to bring your ideas to ExxonMobil to help create sustainable solutions that improve quality of life and meet society’s evolving needs. Learn more about our What and our Why and how we can work together.

What role you will play in our team

This researcher will serve as a technical leader and champion for microanalysis and surface science within multi-disciplinary teams supporting R&D and business needs.  They will leverage their knowledge to develop and scout new methods, tools, and expertise, building long-term capabilities that help solve energy industry challenges.  

What you will do
  • Collaborate effectively with global multi-disciplinary teams to further R&D goals and support the business.
  • Provide leadership in areas related to microanalysis and surface science.
  • Apply characterization techniques and your expertise to develop composition/structure/process/property relationships.
  • Utilize and grow internal analytical capabilities, establish external partners, and leverage 3rd party labs to advance research objectives and meet program deliverables.
  • Establish and grow awareness of adjacent techniques, methods, and experts to guide research activities to the most effective solutions.
  • Provide support for established testing methods as a subject matter expert.
  • Remain current and engaged with the community in your area of expertise.
  • Communicate your results internally and externally to maintain/establish your expertise and visibility (including seminars, publications, patents, etc.).
About you

Minimum Skills and Qualifications:

  • Ph.D. (or equivalent experience) in Materials Science, Physics, or a related field, with a focus on microanalysis or surface science.
  • Hands-on expertise operating a number of microanalysis or surface science tools, such as XPS, ToF-SIMS, dynamic SIMS, SEM, EPMA, TEM, FIB, and AFM.
  • Ability to demonstrate fundamental understanding of electron/ion/x-ray interactions with materials and the hardware used for microanalysis and/or surface science.
  • Proficiency with image analysis, statistical analysis, and programming skills.

Preferred Qualifications: 

  • Prior exposure to industrial R&D, manufacturing support, or product qualification
  • Experience maintaining and troubleshooting complex instruments.
  • Track record of presentations, publications, and/or patents.
  • Ability to integrate microanalysis or surface science with complementary characterization methods (e.g., optical spectroscopy, x-ray scattering, thermal analysis).
  • Experience working with carbon and hydrocarbon-based materials.
Your benefits

An ExxonMobil career is one designed to last. Our commitment to you runs deep: our employees grow personally and professionally, with benefits built on our core categories of health, security, finance, and life.

We offer you: 

  • Pension Plan: Enrollment is automatic and at no cost to you. The basic benefit is a monthly annuity to be paid to you in retirement for the rest of your life. 

  • Savings Plan: You can contribute between 6% and 20% of your pay and are encouraged to enroll right away. If you contribute at least 6% to your savings plan, the Company will contribute a 7% match. 

  • Workplace Flexibility: We have several programs such as “Flex your Day”, providing ad-hoc flexibility around when and where you work, as well as longer-term programs such as leaves of absence and part-time work.

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans. 

  • Culture of Health: Programs and resources to support your wellbeing. 

  • Employee Health Advisory Program: Provides confidential professional counseling for you and your family, including tools and resources promoting mental health and resiliency at no additional cost to you. 

  • Disability Plan: Income replacement for when you cannot work due to illness or injury occurring on or off the job. Enrollment is automatic and at no cost to you.

  • More information on our Company’s benefits can be found at www.exxonmobilfamily.com

  • Please note benefits may be changed from time to time without notice, subject to applicable law.

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ExxonMobil is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or physical or mental disability.

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