Patent Examiners And Senior Patent Examiners

Discover a career with purpose at MBIE.

About the Role

We are looking for people to join us as Patent Examiners / Senior Patent Examiners.

We have permanent roles in our Science team and fixed-term roles in our Science and Engineering teams.

At the Intellectual Property Office of New Zealand (IPONZ) we grant patents, register designs and trademarks.

The role of the patents team is to help people and businesses protect their inventions.

Patents are granted to stop others from making, using, or selling a new invention.

As a Patent Examiner / Senior Patent Examiner you will consider cutting-edge technologies and keep up with the state of the art.

You'll use your analytical skills, technical expertise and in-house IP law knowledge to examine inventions.

You will be trained in NZ and international patent law, examination practice and procedures, and in using specialised patent searching tools and databases.

IPONZ will provide ongoing coaching and mentoring along with clear career progression pathways.

Salary

Examiner : $85,537 – $101,911 NZD.Senior Examiner : $101,911 – $121,196 NZD.

Skills and Experience Required

Permanent roles – relevant degree or industry experience in biochemistry, biotechnology, chemistry, or related technical fields.

Fixed-term roles – relevant degree or industry experience in engineering, or related technical fields.

Demonstrated previous experience in patent examination and / or knowledge of patent law.

Ability to search specialist databases and assess relevance of large volumes of complex information.

Experience making effective decisions based on complex information and risk.

Strong communication skills : written, verbal and technical or business writing.

Ability to prioritise and manage work to meet tight deadlines.

Conscientious, adaptable team approach.

Desire to learn about intellectual property law.

Applicants for Senior Examiner must also have experience coaching and mentoring others.

All candidates must have the right to live and work in New Zealand.

How to Apply

Please send a CV and cover letter explaining why you are the perfect fit for this role.

All applications must be submitted via our online process.

Applications close on 31 October

Contact : Email Matt Guy at

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