Patent Information Professional

Join Envalior - Imagine The Future!

Do you enjoy diving into patent and non-patent literature to uncover insights that support innovation and informed business decision-making Envalior is seeking a motivated patent information professional to strengthen our Intellectual Property capabilities.

In this role you will be responsible for conducting and managing comprehensive reliable and timely searches across patent and scientific literature. Your work will support business decision-making process and help secure and protect Envaliors patent rights. Additionally you will identify analyze and assess potential third-party patent risks for various business activities and contribute directly to Envaliors risk management processes by conducting freedom-to-operate evaluations. You will also perform patentability and technology relevance searches support patent invalidity analyses and help identify potential partners to support Envaliors strategic growth.

You will be a colleague of one other Patent Information Professional in the Envalior Intellectual Property (IP) team which is located in Geleen the Netherlands and supports the global Envalior organization.

The role is available as a full-time or part-time position and offers a hybrid work model combining office-based work in Geleen.

IMAGINE THE FUTURE WITH ENVALIOR

You will make key contributions to Envalior:

• Translate technical information into searchable concepts and conduct comprehensive searches across patent and non-patent literature including patentability validity and freedom-to-operate types of searches.
• Review analyze and clearly report search findings to the Envalior organization.
• Support and further develop Envalior Patent Alert system.
• Provide technical and statistical insights derived from patent literature within specific technology fields and/or related to particular markets and companies to support decision-making within the Envalior organization.
• Monitor and track developments in patent granting procedures.
• Take an active role in identifying evaluating and implementing AI-based tools and methodologies to enhance patent search review monitoring and analysis capabilities demonstrating a strong personal interest in leveraging emerging AI-technologies to improve IP workflows.
• Act as a sparring partner for patent attorneys and internal stakeholders to identify information needs and help translate information into strategic value.
• Streamline search processes in terms of completeness cost benefit and time considerations.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

• Holds a Post - HBO (Masters or equivalent) degree in the field of Chemistry preferably in polymer science or closely related field.
• Is proficient in modern patent search methodologies and the use of patent databases; or has basic knowledge of these but the motivation to further develop these skills.
• Is able to efficiently extract and analyze relevant information from large volumes of technical (patent) documents.
• Has completed or is willing to complete the Patent Information Specialist training in the Netherlands (English-language program).
• Demonstrates technical curiosity and interest beyond their own immediate field of expertise including emerging digital and AI-based searching tools.
• Is a strong team player who can also work independently with an analytical critical meticulous and persistent approach.
• Possesses excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

WHY ENVALIOR

Competitive Compensation:

Join us at Envalior and enjoy competitive compensation packages inclusive of a global bonus program and performance bonuses ensuring your hard work is recognized and rewarded.

Comprehensive Benefits:

Your well-being matters to us. At Envalior we provide an array of benefits supporting your financial security health and overall well-being. This includes retirement plans health programs life insurance and comprehensive medical care.

Work-Life Balance & Flexibility:

Maintain a healthy balance between work and personal life with Envaliors commitment to supporting your schedule.

Training & Development Opportunities:

At Envalior your growth matters. We encourage and invest in your professional and personal development. We support our employees in their growth and personal development through ongoing investment in their knowledge and skills via training coaching and mentoring.

Diversity & Inclusion:

At Envalior our people drive our success so its only right that we provide a diverse and inclusive working environment and foster a culture of belonging openness and respect. We value diversity as a cornerstone of our success. We are committed to nurturing and empowering every individual to reach their full potential.

APPLY NOW!

Ready to pioneer change with Envalior Join us in our mission to drive innovation sustainability and excellence. Apply today and become a part of our transformative journey towards a more sustainable future.

Submit your application online by sending your CV and motivation letter in English through our career you have any questions feel free to connect directly with our recruiter at

Envalior is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race religion color national origin gender (including pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions) sexual orientation gender identity gender expression age status as a protected veteran status as an individual with a disability or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

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OUR HERITAGE

With a combined heritage of over 100 years Envalior brings together two established global materials players: DSM Engineering Materials and LANXESS High Performance Materials. Our unique combined portfolio of longstanding material- application- and design expertise enables our customers to develop and launch sustainable future-proof designs. Envalior is the brand new materials powerhouse that was Launched in early 2023.

We aim to be a global leader in sustainable and high-performance engineering materials. We imagine the future by shaping the world of today and tomorrow. Were conscious that this is both a privilege and a responsibility so when we imagine the future were guided by our key values to help us create a better world.

Required Experience:

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