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Position description: are you a strong, independent worker looking for a great opportunity in a team driven environment? in this role, you will make significant contributions to the semiconductor device and manufacturing patent industry while working in the growing economy and beautiful surroundings of the shenandoah valley in harrisonburg, virginiaThe work performed by serco patent classifiers supports a contract with the uspto as well as related commercial patent search and analysis services.
You will be expected to determine appropriate classifications in accordance with both u.sAnd international patent classification systems through technical knowledge, research, and automated tools.
In this role as a patent classifier i, you will:
Learn patent classification, search, and examination processes.
Apply knowledge of classification processes to assign u.sPatent classification (uspc) and cooperative patent classification (cpc) codes to complex technical subject matter.
Apply knowledge of classification, search, and examination processes to provide analysis and prepare written reports for patent attorneys and others in the ip industry.
Use automated systems to perform research and classification operations.
Function in a production-based environment with emphasis on operating efficiently and accurately at a significant pace.
Work independently with minimal supervision.
Work closely with others in a team environment.
Participate in on-going program training to expand knowledge in additional technical fields and patent services
Qualifications: to be successful in this patent classifier i role, you will have:
Bachelor of science in electronics and semiconductors/ applied physics or equivalent mix of education and experience.
Minimum of 0 – 2 years’ work experience in a related field.
Technical expertise in one or more of the following technologies: semiconductor devices and manufacturing processes, electronic circuitry, power systems and control, electrical devices, optical devices and components.
Exceptional analytical skills and attention to detail.
Strong reading comprehension skills.
Strong written communication skills.
Ability to use microsoft office word and excel.
Ability to work on a computer workstation 8 hours per day.
Additional desired experience and skills:
Electronics and semiconductors and/or related civilian/military training in addition to the above education requirement would be highly beneficial to this position.
Prioritizes well, successful in a fast paced environment.
Works well with others, helps other succeed.
Willing to accept and apply feedback from others.
Ability to clearly articulate thought process and logic.
Able to maintain focus for long periods of time.
Quickly learn new things.
Open minded.
Mental stamina.
Travel: some travel may be required
Security clearance: applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified informationCompany overview: serco inc(serco) is the americas division of serco group, plcSerco serves every branch of the u.sMilitary, numerous u.sFederal civilian agencies, the intelligence community, the canadian government, state and local governments, and commercial clientsWe help our clients deliver vital services more efficiently while increasing the satisfaction of their end customersHeadquartered in herndon, virginia, serco americas has over 9,000 employees and is part of a $4 billion global business that helps transform government and public services around the worldAt serco, our employees are our most valuable asset - we listen, respect and support them throughout their career at sercoWe invite you to become part of our dynamic teamSerco is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversifying our workforce (race/ color/ sex/ sexual orientation/ gender identity/ religion/ national origin/ disability/ vets).
To review serco benefits please visit: https://www.serco.com/na/careers/benefits-of-choosing-serco.
If you require an accommodation with the application process please email: careers@serco-na.com or call the hr service desk at 800-628-6458, option 1Please note, due to eeoc/ofccp compliance, serco is unable to accept resumes by email.
Serco does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies without being a contracted approved vendorAll unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of serco and will not be obligated to pay a placement or contract feeIf you are interested in becoming an approved vendor at serco, please email agencies@serco-na.com.
Covid-19 regulations: the safety, health and wellbeing of our employees, their families and the communities in which we work is important to sercoAs a federal government contractor, we comply with all customer, federal, state, provincial and local requirements regarding covid-19 regulations, including covid-19 vaccinations and testing requirementsThis means that our employees and new hires, whether working at a customer site, working remotely, or working in a serco facility, will need to adhere to applicable covid-19 requirementsThese requirements may include vaccination, attestations regarding your vaccination status and/or covid-19 testing, and you may be required to show proof of vaccination and/or negative test results as a condition of your employmentRequests for an accommodation will be reviewed and assessed under applicable laws and regulations.
