USPTO Hour: New patent examiner hiring and training efforts

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Join us on Wednesday, August 20, from noon to 1 p.m. ET for our next USPTO Hour, hosted by the Office of the Commissioner for Patents.

In this session, we'll focus on the new patent examiner hiring and training efforts and answer questions during a live Q&A.

The discussion will feature:

  • How new examiners help the agency meet long-term pendency goals
  • An overview of the patent examiner job
  • An overview of hiring, onboarding, and initial training
  • How the public can help in recruitment efforts

Speakers include:

  • Patricia Bianco, Acting Assistant Commissioner for Patents
  • Kiesha Bryant, Director, Technology Center 3700

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Submit your questions to USPTOHour@uspto.gov, along with any ideas or topics for future USPTO Hours. 

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