AI & Software Patent Specialist

Job Title : Software Patent Analyst – AI & Drug Discovery

Location : Onsite / Hybrid

Department : Intellectual Property & Computational R&D

Experience : 1–5 Years

Qualification : M.Tech / MS in Biotechnology, Bioinformatics, Computer Science, Computational Biology, or related technical field

Role Overview

This role sits at the intersection of software engineering , AI / ML systems , and drug discovery pipelines . As a Software Patent Analyst , you will evaluate and draft patents related to computational models, algorithmic frameworks, data pipelines, molecular simulation tools, and AI-driven discovery platforms. You’ll identify protectable innovations, assess IP risks, and build a strong patent portfolio for next-gen digital biology products.

Key Responsibilities

1. Advanced Patent Search & IP Analytics

• Execute FTO searches , Novelty Searches , and Prior Art Searches specific to :
• Machine learning architectures (e.G., GNNs, transformers used in molecule prediction)
• Software pipelines for target identification, QSAR modeling, docking, virtual screening
• Cloud-based computational platforms for drug discovery
• Analyze claims and map them against :
• Algorithmic steps
• Data structures
• Model architectures
• Software modules and APIs
• Generate Patentability Reports , Claim Charts , and Technology Mapping Documents .

2. Patent Drafting – Software + Computational Biology

3. Patent Filing & Prosecution Support

4. Technical Evaluation & Deep-Dive Analysis

5. Competitive Intelligence (Tech + Bio)

Required Skills & Technical Qualifications