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Lawyers On Demand Limited

$100 - $120/hr

With a global team of over 600 attorneys and consultants working across our secondments, legal ... Manage all aspects of complex patent litigation in federal courts and before the Patent Trial and ...

New York Stem Cell Foundation, Inc.

NY · On-site

$106K - $153K/yr

## Patent Agent - ResearchApplylocations: Farmington, Connecticut: New York, New York: Bar Harbor ... Strong client interface, collaboration, and strategic portfolio consulting skills. Partner closely ...

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Patent Prosecution Attorney

Akron, OH · On-site

$100K - $180K/yr

Patent Prosecution Attorney $100000 - $180000 per year | Akron, OH | On-Site | Permanent Patent ... Conduct initial consultations with inventors and clients to understand technical innovations and ...

The Jackson Laboratory

Patent Agent - Research

New York, NY · Hybrid

$106K - $153K/yr

Strong client interface, collaboration, and strategic portfolio consulting skills. Partner closely ... Conduct patent searches for prior art, patentability, clearance, and freedom-to-operate analyses ...

Lyten, Inc.

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Lyten is seeking to hire its first Patent & IP Counsel to build and lead the company's intellectual ... IMPORTANT: Please be aware that fictitious job openings, consulting engagements, solicitations ...

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As of Sep 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for patent consultant 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.

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A Patent Consultant helps individuals and businesses navigate the patent process by providing advice on patentability, drafting patent applications, conducting prior art searches, and assisting with patent strategy. They may also support clients in responding to office actions from patent examiners and advising on intellectual property (IP) protection. Their goal is to ensure that innovations are adequately protected while aligning with business objectives and legal requirements.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a patent consultant?

To thrive as a Patent Consultant, you need a solid understanding of intellectual property law, technical expertise in a relevant industry (such as engineering or life sciences), and a degree in law, science, or engineering. Familiarity with patent databases, prior art search tools, and certifications such as Registered Patent Agent are highly valued. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and excellent communication skills are essential soft skills for effectively advising clients and drafting clear patent documentation. These abilities are crucial for accurately protecting innovations and guiding clients through complex patent processes.

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Infographic showing various Patent Consultant job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 1% As Needed, 90% Full Time, 6% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 68% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 29% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $115,452 per year, or $55.5 per hour.

Patent Classification Analyst

Chandler, AZ • On-site, Remote

Global Patent Solutions, LLC
Scientific Research and Development Services • 51 - 200 employees
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Full-time

Posted 27 days ago

Job description

Global Patent Solutions, LLC (GPS) is an intellectual property research and consulting firm founded to meet the demanding needs of Inventors and IP professionals around the world for high-quality patent research and consulting. From our headquarters in Scottsdale, AZ, we currently service a global client-base of IP Attorneys, Patent Agents, Business Leaders, R&D Teams, Universities, Entrepreneurs and Inventors.

Under the direction of the Commercial Manager, the Patent Analyst will support the Cooperative Patent Classification (CPC) work provided by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).  The Patent Analyst will perform technical research of invention concepts and provide classifications of each of the identified inventive concepts described in the documents through technical knowledge, research and automated tools.

The position entails:

  • Understanding the patent classification process.
  • Assigning classifications in accordance with the Cooperative Patent Classification principles.
  • Classifying applications related to specific technologies.
  • Continually expanding knowledge and expertise into new technologies.

** This position is fully remote from anywhere within the United States


  • BS Engineering, or other scientific field required. MS or PHD in Engineering preferred.
  • Must have previous experience or extensive knowledge in one or more of the following technical areas:  Business Methods, Computer/Info Sciences, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics and Physical Sciences
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
 
Global Patent Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable laws.