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European Patent Examiner in Life Sciences
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Job Description
At the European Patent Office (EPO), we explore breakthrough technologies before they reach the public. As a patent examiner, you'll assess whether inventions meet the criteria for patent protection, and in doing so support innovation that improves lives, drives industries and shapes the future.
Your role and impact
As a Patent Examiner, you will:
- examine patent applications – including technical documentation and drawings – in one of our official languages (English, French or German)
- analyse new inventions to evaluate their novelty and inventive step
- conduct in-depth research across scientific and technical fields to identify the most relevant prior art
- apply legal and procedural frameworks to make clear, high-quality decisions on whether a patent should be granted
- communicate your findings clearly and constructively with applicants and other parties
- collaborate with international colleagues in a diverse and inclusive environment
- maintain high-quality standards with strong attention to detail and scientific rigour
- contribute to Europe's innovation ecosystem by ensuring fair and consistent application of the European Patent Convention (EPC) and related legal texts
Your profile
We're looking for expertise in at least one of these fields:
- Pharmaceutical formulation and drug delivery
- Chemistry of active compounds
- Materials and macromolecular science for formulations
- Applied chemical sciences in life‑science contexts
You will thrive with us if you
- have a solid background and relevant expertise in the specified fields, built up during your studies, in projects, and/or as a result of professional experience
- enjoy deep technical analysis, reading technical drawings and solving intellectual puzzles
- are open to learning patent law, are eager to acquire new skills and to develop your knowledge of technologies in different fields
- are curious, detail-oriented, open-minded and an analytical thinker
- value both independent work and team collaboration
- are comfortable making structured, evidence-based decisions
No prior IP (intellectual property) experience? No problem.
We provide full legal and procedural training to get you started.
Our minimum requirements for this post
- Diploma of completed studies at master's level covering one or more technical fields mentioned above
- Excellent knowledge (at least C1) of one of our official languages (English, French and German) and the ability to understand the other two; alternatively, excellent knowledge (at least C1) of English (in such cases, the willingness to learn the missing languages and to reach level B2 within a set time frame would be required)
- Work experience in industry would be an advantage
- Citizenship of one of the member states of the European Patent Organisation
What we offer
- 30+ days of annual leave + flexible working arrangements
- generous remote work policy: work from anywhere in the country of employment; up to 60 days from abroad (EPC states)
- family-friendly policies: childcare, education and relocation support
- pension and insurance: excellent social security coverage
- training and development: legal training, technical upskilling and mobility opportunities
- facilities: on-site gym, health services, staff clubs and more (depending on location)
- top locations: high quality of life and a thriving international community
Why join us?
✓ See the latest inventions and enable innovation ✓ Work with inspiring people from a variety of cultures ✓ Develop yourself and take on an intellectual challenge
Who we are
We are the patent office for Europe. We are proud to deliver high-quality patents and efficient services that foster innovation, competitiveness and economic growth.
The European Patent Office (EPO) is the second-largest European organisation, employing 7 000 staff from over 30 countries.
The EPO is the executive arm of the European Patent Organisation. It is headquartered in Munich, but also has a branch in The Hague, offices in Berlin and Vienna, and a liaison office in Brussels.
The EPO strives to support innovation and…
The European Patent Office (EPO) is the second-largest European organisation, employing 7 000 staff from over 30 countries.
The EPO is the executive arm of the European Patent Organisation. It is headquartered in Munich, but also has a branch in The Hague, offices in Berlin and Vienna, and a liaison office in Brussels.
The EPO strives to support innovation and promote a knowledge-based society in Europe:
- Patent protection enables inventors and companies to be rewarded for their innovation.
- The EPO has built up the world's largest databases of technical information, which it makes available to the public free of charge.
- It also offers a complete range of training on patenting and IP issues
The EPO's mission is to secure the highest quality standards in patenting:
- The European Patent Convention (EPC) provides the legal backbone for its patenting practice.
- The EPO offers a uniform application procedure leading to patent protection in up to 40 European countries.
- Processes at the EPO are fair, transparent and closely monitored for quality at all times.
As an employer, the EPO provides a distinctly multinational work environment in an intellectually stimulating atmosphere:
- We focus on building long-term relationships with our employees.
- We empower our staff to take responsibility and make the right decisions.
Based on this foundation of mutual trust and respect, we at the EPO are ready to meet the future challenges in European intellectual property.
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