IP Research Analyst

Job Purpose

About IP Solutions

The Ip Research Analyst plays a crucial role in the IP Research business, acting as the primary liaison between the research community and clients. This role is responsible for managing the entire life cycle of research studies, ensuring high-quality deliverables, and providing technical and legal expertise in patent-related matters.

Job Overview

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in product recommendations by providing insights and technical expertise.
• Create, launch, and manage RWS studies within AOP Connect, ensuring alignment with client expectations and study objectives.
• Review and assess the accuracy and relevance of researcher-submitted responses, providing feedback and guidance as needed.
• Present study findings to clients in a clear and professional manner during client status calls.
• Provide technical guidance and support to researchers, leveraging your expertise in patents and related technical fields.
• Oversee the closure of studies, including the preparation of final reports and the administration of researcher rewards.
• Collaborate closely with other study managers and researchers to ensure the successful execution of research projects.
• Maintain a keen eye for detail to ensure the accuracy and completeness of all deliverables.
• Successful creation, launch, and management of RWS studies in AOP Connect.
• Timely and accurate review of researcher-submitted responses.
• Clear and concise presentation of study results to clients during status calls.
• Effective technical guidance provided to researchers to ensure the accuracy and quality of research.

Skills & Experience

• Engineering degree with expertise in electrical or mechanical engineering. Law degree would be a plus
• 3+ years of experience in U.S. patent law, including experience in patent search and/or patent examination. Preferably a former USPTO patent examiner.
• Strong experience in patent searches and the ability to review various patents and technical/scientific literature.
• Excellent oral presentation and technical writing skills in English, with the ability to present complex information clearly and effectively.
• Proven ability to work productively and efficiently with other team members, including study managers, researchers, and clients.
• A keen eye for detail, ensuring the highest level of accuracy in all deliverables.

Life at RWS

Life at RWS - If you like the idea of working with smart people who are passionate about growing the value of ideas, data and content by making sure organizations are understood, then you’ll love life at RWS.

Our purpose is to unlock global understanding. This means our work fundamentally recognizes the value of every language and culture. So, we celebrate difference, we are inclusive and believe that diversity makes us strong. We want every employee to grow as an individual and excel in their career.

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RWS Values

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