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Shiga International Patent Office is currently recruiting in-house patent translators. This is a full-time, long-term, contract position. On-the-job training is available for qualified individuals with the opportunity to learn about patent law. Contracts are renewable.  Visa sponsorship is available.

Applicants must be native English speakers. A Bachelor of Science degree or higher in science or engineering is essential. Experience in the patent field and/or technical translating is highly desirable. Intermediate to advanced Japanese language ability is required.

Primary duties involve translating patent related documents from Japanese to English. These documents include official communications from the Japanese Patent Office, comment letters in response to such communications, abstracts, technical opinions, as well as other intellectual property related material (trademarks, designs, licensing, litigation, etc.) and general correspondence. Responsibilities would also include proofreading and rewriting/editing such documents prepared by our Japanese staff. Both the translating and proofreading work require a high level of technical knowledge and attention to detail. There may also be the opportunity to assist and interpret at meetings with clients.

Interested persons should forward (1) resume/CV and (2) cover letter clearly indicating an interest in the In-House Patent Translator position, and detailing educational/professional background, qualifications, and field(s) of expertise.

Due to the large volume of applications, only qualified applicants who supply all of the required information will be contacted. We cannot accept telephone calls inquiring about this or any other position.

Send cover letter and resume/CV to:

recruiting@shigapatent.com

or

In-House Patent Translator
SHIGA INTERNATIONAL PATENT OFFICE
GranTokyo South Tower
1-9-2 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku
Tokyo 100-6620
JAPAN