Job Description
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 ExaminerPatent 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 people who have a specialist knowledge of chemistry.We are particularly keen to receive applications from candidates with knowledge and experience ofelectrochemistry, for example battery, hydrogen fuel cell and electroplating technologies.We also particularly welcome applications from candidates with knowledge and experience oforganic and polymer chemistry.
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 ourNewport office.
The requirement for attendance at an office location can vary by role so we wo...