Associate Patent Examiner

4 months ago

Newport, United Kingdom Intellectual Property Office Full time

Job summary

Please note: Applicants should review all aspects of this advert to ensure a thorough understanding. If reviewing via a screen reader, please note that the Job Description, Benefits and How to Apply sections have been emphasised�The Intellectual Property Office (IPO) is the official UK government body responsible for intellectual property (IP) rights including patents, designs, trade marks and copyright. IP touches everything that makes life more enjoyable, easier, safer, and more prosperous. Our work gives researchers, inventors, creators and businesses the confidence to invest their time, energy and money in doing something new.

Explore the Frontier of Innovation as an Associate Patent Examiner

Patent Examiners are at the forefront of technological advancement, playing a pivotal role in shaping our future. Patent examining offers a unique and fascinating career where scientific and technical ingenuity meets legal acumen.

We are seeking scientists, engineers and mathematicians with enthusiasm and energy for furthering their technical expertise to join our new training programme. Artificial Intelligence, 6G, and quantum computing have the potential to transform our world in the next decade. Our personalised training programme will build on your existing STEM knowledge to enable you to examine patents from innovation hot-spots within such fields as computing, cyber security, telecommunications and image processing.

Working location

�This role will be carried out in-line with IPO Hybrid working arrangements where staff are currently expected to spend at least 20% of their time working onsite from one of our offices. This role is based in our Newport office.�

We would encourage candidates to discuss working arrangements with the recruiting manager to agree a reasonable balance between working from home and the office. The requirement for attendance at an office location can vary by role but is very unlikely to be less than 1 day per week.

Job description

Why Join Us?

As a Patent Examiner, you'll be at the forefront of technological advancement, playing a pivotal role in shaping the future of innovation in the world around us.

Unparalleled Training and Mentorship

If you are excited about expanding your knowledge of emerging technologies, we will provide you with a personalised program of training and development. This may take the form of mentoring, formal technical training courses and on-the-job learning.To complement this scientific and technical knowledge, we�ll also provide you with all the necessary training in the legal aspects of the role.Your STEM background and technical aptitude will be used to determine the area of innovation that you will be trained to work on.The initial training course will start on Monday 3 February 2025 full time for 7/8 weeks. The training will include an engaging variety of seminars, practical demonstrations, coursework and associated tutorials. This training will be held in person, onsite at our Newport Office allowing you to get to know your colleagues and fellow recruits.

Professional Development

At our organisation, we prioritise the growth and development of our team members.With a clear path for advancement, after 2-5 years you�ll have the opportunity to progress from Associate Patent Examiner to Patent Examiner. After a few more years of development, a further non-competitive promotion is available to Senior Patent Examiner to become a subject matter expert and leader within our division.

A Collaborative Environment

Join a team of like-minded individuals who share your passion for science, technology and engineering.Collaborate with colleagues, engage in knowledge sharing, and leverage the collective expertise of our diverse team.� To find out more about the Patent Examining career check out

Person specification

Please refer to the job summary and job description sections.

To find out more about the Associate Patent Examiner role at the IPO, sign up to our Webinar which is due to take place on Monday 23 September 2024 6PM � 7PM.

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Qualifications

Applicants must hold at least a 2:2 degree in science, engineering, maths, computing, telecommunications or a related field.
Alternatively, applicants must demonstrate equivalent proficiency through substantial industrial experience in technical roles.

Behaviours

We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:

Working TogetherDeveloping Self and OthersChanging and Improving

Technical skills

We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process:

Established knowledge in science, engineering, maths, computing, telecommunications or a related field detailing how you have applied and embedded your technical knowledge in practical situations.Ability to understand and evaluate scientific and technical information to reach conclusions accurately, providing reasoning respectfully whilst adapting quickly to apply new learning points.

We only ask for evidence of these technical skills on your application form:

Established knowledge in science, engineering, maths, computing, telecommunications or a related field detailing how you have applied and embedded your technical knowledge in practical situations.

Benefits

Benefits of working with us:

A flexible working scheme with excellent development opportunities25 days annual leave moving to 30 days in annual increments (1 day per year) over 5 years of reckonable service. You will also get 8 days public leave and 1 day privilege leaveA very generous pension scheme with employer contributions. Further information around the benefits of joining the Civil Service can be found via the Civil Service Pension SchemeFamily friendly policies that support modern working families and individuals with caring responsibilitiesA variety of support functions; Staff Counselling Service, Peer to Peer Support GroupEligibility for special and office-wide bonus paymentsThe opportunity to form part of our many inclusive network groups, find out more by looking at A range of wellbeing initiatives; Onsite Gym (Newport office), Eye Care Scheme, Volunteering Programme, Cycling facilitiesFree car parking is available on site at our Newport officeOn-site shop, restaurant and coffee shop at our Newport office

For more information about what�s on offer at the Intellectual Property Office please review our IPO benefit pack attached to the bottom of this advert.

Please note that benefits may be subject to change.

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