PCT Patent Analyst – Biomedical Engineering

Clarivate

. Review PCT patent applications and technical disclosures to understand subject matter, inventive concepts, and technical nuances distinguishing inventions from existing prior art .

Posted 11/5/2026full-timeUnited StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $50,000 - $60,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in patent examining and searching, with a strong focus on analyzing prior art and assessing novelty. Proficient in utilizing patent-searching databases and maintaining high standards of quality and accuracy in project management.

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Patent Examining ExperiencePrior-Art SearchingTechnical Literature AnalysisAttention To DetailTime Management

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Hard Skills

Patent SearchingPrior-Art AnalysisTechnical Disclosure ReviewNovelty AssessmentSearch Methodologies

Soft Skills

DependabilityAttention To Detail

Tools & Technologies

Patent-Searching DatabasesTechnical Literature Resources

Certifications & Qualifications

Public Trust Clearance Eligibility

Industry Keywords

PCT Patent ApplicationsUSPTOBiomedical EngineeringMechanical EngineeringLife Sciences

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Review PCT patent applications and technical disclosures to understand subject matter, inventive concepts, and technical nuances distinguishing inventions from existing prior art
Conduct comprehensive prior-art searches across patent and non-patent literature using commercial patent-searching platforms and proprietary technical databases
Analyze and compare relevant prior art against PCT patent applications to assess novelty and inventive step
Maintain clear, logical, and complete search histories documenting research conducted and relevant prior art identified
Prepare clear, well-supported written opinions applying relevant prior art and explaining findings related to novelty and inventive step
Manage a weekly workload of assigned projects, meeting deadlines while maintaining high standards of quality and accuracy
Maintain proficiency with patent-searching databases, technical literature resources, and established search methodologies
Stay current on search procedures and best practices through Clarivate-provided training materials and resources
Adhere to Clarivate’s Code of Business Ethics and Corporate Conduct
Support the USPTO through PCT Chapter I Search and Examination services
Report directly to the Manager of Technical PCT Patent Analysis

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Life Sciences, or similar (preferred)
2+ years of experience in patent examining or patent searching
Must be a U.S. citizen or work-eligible legal resident who has continuously resided in the U.S. for at least the two previous years
Ability to obtain a Public Trust Clearance
Master’s or PhD (preferred)
At least 3 years of previous patent examining or patent searching experience (preferred)
In-depth knowledge of technical literature in engineering, software, and business methods (preferred)
Demonstrated work experience in roles requiring a high level of attention to detail (preferred)
Strong time management skills and dependability in completing quality projects against deadlines (preferred)
Proficiency with patent-searching databases, technical literature resources, and established search methodologies

Benefits

Comp & perks

Productivity earnings with an annual target of $30,000
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Prescription drug coverage
Life insurance
401k with match
Long term disability coverage
Vacation
Sick time
Volunteer time
Discount programs
Benefits package and many more benefits