Patent Searcher - On Call

Broadleaf, subsidiary of ASRC Federal Holding, is seeking an On Call Patent Searcher to support a government program located in Alexandria, VA.  This position is supported remotely.     Responsibilities: Performs detailed electrical, mechanical, computer or chemical technology-related patent and non-patent literature searching in various online databases- mechanical highly preferable. Analyzes complex search requests to determine requirements and strategy. Develops and modifies complex search strategies to conduct searches of electronic resources. Reviews and prepares search results for customer in specified formats in a timely and high-quality manner. Uses independent judgment in selecting from a wide variety of electronic databases. Fluently uses search tools offered by a number of vendors as well as in house systems to develop complex search strategies and conduct the searches. Detail oriented with the ability to review search reports for clarity and accuracy. Accepts projects with defined due dates based on operational needs. Quickly adapts to preferred techniques to meet quality requirements. Consistently delivers search reports that meet quality metrics.    Education/Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree (degree in a relevant technology field).   Minimum of 2 years’ experience in electronic database searching. Expert in complex searching of scientific and technical literature and patents using one or more major on-line commercial and in-house vendors and tools (STN,  IP.com, Pub Med, Orbit, IEEE, PE2E Search) Expert knowledge of scientific and technical literature, reference tools, and on-line systems. Expert in searching for scientific and technical literature in at least one technology area and experience in searching one or more other technology areas Expert in searching for literature and resources on the Internet. Experience with and knowledge of the U.S. patent system and patent examining procedures. Ability to communicate orally and in writing. Successful complete a government issued background investigation.