3M

Specialist – Patent Search

India · On-site · Full time

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  • Employer3M
  • LocationIndia
  • Work styleOn-site
  • Employment typeFull time
  • Employer posted

3M has a long-standing reputation as a company committed to innovation. We provide the freedom to explore and encourage curiosity and creativity. We gain new insight from diverse thinking, and take risks on new ideas. Here, you can apply your talent in bold ways that matter.

Job Description:

  • Prepare and provide patent search and analysis services in collaboration with laboratory teams and intellectual property legal personnel within the Global Legal Service Center.
  • Apply subject‑matter expertise in physical sciences (Biology, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Physics, or Material/Polymer Science) to support IP‑related activities.
  • Conduct comprehensive patent searches and analyses using tools such as PatSnap and Espacenet.
  • Independently manage and prioritize incoming search requests, ensuring all necessary information is obtained to meet search objectives.
  • Prepare and deliver clear, accurate search reports, including assessments of technologies and patent claims.
  • Collaborate with IP liaisons and patent attorneys to support the overall IP management process
  • Identify and resolve issues or discrepancies by interpreting data and researching relevant rules and guidelines.
  • Manage sensitive and confidential information, including records of invention, filing strategies, and patent applications.
  • Build and maintain strong working relationships with internal clients to understand and meet data management, and search requirements.
  • Participate in cross‑functional and cross‑divisional teams, and special projects as needed.
  • Collaborate with IP liaisons and patent attorneys to support and contribute to the IP management process.
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