Research Analyst/Librarian – Intellectual Property Taylor & Associates – Seattle, WA

The primary responsibility of the Research Analyst is to provide research and reference services to legal professionals across the firm. In addition to having a broad research background, the successful candidate should also have a solid background in intellectual property patent research. This position is also responsible for assisting with other library administrative duties as needed.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Provide comprehensive research and reference services, in particular patent research, and preliminary analysis for the firm’s attorneys and staff on legal and non-legal issues.
• Provide training and support in research, in particular in using IP research tools.
• Assist users in the selection and use of print and electronic research tools.
• Prepare training materials and provides instruction in the use of library resources, legal databases, and Internet resources.
• Work with practice groups and marketing department on competitive intelligence projects.
• Coordinate interlibrary loans and document delivery.
• Participate in collecting and developing intranet resources.
• Compile legislative histories and bibliographies.
• Monitor online databases for practice-specific information.
• Review professional publications, establish personal networks, and participate in professional associations.
• Other library administrative duties as assigned .

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS REQUIRED:

• MLS or equivalent advanced degree required, or equivalent experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a law or corporate library environment with a focus on patent research.
• Experience with a wide variety of electronic resources, in particular Westlaw, Orbit, Patbase, Docket Navigator, Bloomberg BNA, Proquest Dialog, and CCH Intelliconnect.
• Experience conducting in-depth research and analysis of Intellectual Property data to assemble, analyze and deliver patent, trademark and copyright information to attorneys and legal administrators.
• Proficiency using library OPAC.
• Demonstrated aptitude for research and analysis.
• Communicates effectively orally and in writing.

Job Type: Full-time

Job Location:

• Seattle, WA

Required education:

• Master’s

Required experience:

• Legal: 3 years

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