Job Description

EXTERNAL ADVERTISEMENTPatent Substantive Search Examiners x 25Job Grade: P8Ref No.: P010001/20Location: PretoriaJob Type: PermanentJob Purpose

• To perform various functions related to substantive search and examination of patent andutility model applications.

• A Patent Substantive Search Examiner is responsible for performing functions within the scope of the substantive search and examination of an application for a patent or utility model. This entails performing patent searches to determine relevant prior art for an invention claimed in a patent or utility model application. Examining patent or utility model applications to determine whether the relevant invention meets the requirements for grant and to provide a detailed opinion thereon. Searching and/or examining and responding to arguments and/or amendments and/or corrections filed as a consequence of the issued opinion. Conducting proceedings and/or informal meetings with applicants or their representatives and any other task as provided for in terms of the relevant legislation.

Competencies:xc2xb7Can demonstrate knowledge in own technical area.xc2xb7Able to use judgment, problem solve and appropriately take decisions in own area of expertise.xc2xb7Able to manage quality of own work to the highest standards.xc2xb7Able to identify general potential issues and problems, is aware of the correct person to raise these with and can notify him / her appropriately.Key performance areasxc2xb7To contribute towards the objectives of the examination division.xc2xb7To perform patent searches to establish state of- the- art, novelty, inventive step, infringement, eligibility or patentability of inventions.xc2xb7Perform preliminary examination based on the search results.xc2xb7To provide opinion on patentability.xc2xb7To provide search reports and preliminary examination reports.xc2xb7To receive and resolve customer queries.xc2xb7To correspond with applicants concerning their applications.xc2xb7To report on performance and to identify and escalate performance constraints.xc2xb7To perform functions related to the functions of the examination division on request by the division head.xc2xb7 To perform peer review of other examiners works in accordance with the applicable checklist.xc2xb7To communicate the outcomes of the search and or examination to the applicant.xc2xb7To grant/refuse applications that meet/do not meet the requirements for grant for a patent or a utility model.xc2xb7Conduct proceedings relating to substantive search and examination.xc2xb7Any other task as provided for in terms of the relevant legislation.Applicants may, as a step in the recruitment process, be subjected to competency assessment. In addition, the successful candidate must be prepared to undergo a process of security clearance prior to appointment.Qualifications and SA citizenship checks will be conducted on the successful candidate. It is the applicants responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).It will be expected of candidates to be available for selection interviews on a date, time and place as determined by CIPC.CIPC is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Preference will be given to candidates whose appointment will enhance representation in accordance with the approved employment equity plan.Feedback will only be given to shortlisted candidates.CIPC reserves the right not to fill an advertised position.For further details regarding these positions please click on the link: https://cipc.mcidirecthire.com/Internal/CurrentOpportunities or visit the CIPC website at www.cipc.co.zaKindly note that faxed, emailed, posted and or hand delivered applications will not be considered.Should you experience any difficulty in applying please contact the CIPC Recruitment Office by dialing : 087 743 7074, 7075 or 087 260 1554Closing date: 18 February 2025Required Minimum Education / Training

• B. Degree in Science or Engineering in the following fields: Chemistry / Biotechnology / Biochemistry / Mining / Mechanical / Electrical / Civil / Metallurgy / ICT / Physics / Pharmacy / Thermodynamics / Nanomaterial / Global Change / Petroleum / Molecular and Cell Biology / Proteomics / Genetics / Agricultural Sciences / Robotics / Electric Vehicle Technology / AI technology / Electrochemistry / Mathematics.
• Post Graduate Qualifications, i.e. Honours / Master or PhD qualifications will be advantageous.

Required Minimum Experience

• At least three years experience in the relevant technical industry or R&D Institution will be advantageous.
• Completion of Group 1 PEB Examinations as an added advantage.
• A minimum of 3 years relevant working experience and training in substantive search and examination of patents or the prosecution thereof as an added advantage.

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