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Description	A career with IP Australia. Now there's a bright idea Canberra and Melbourne Patent Examiners Not everyone can claim to have a job where they are amongst the first to see the details of new and exciting inventions and technology, let alone play a lead role in the innovation process. But as a Patent Examiner, that's exactly your role. As a Patent Examiner, you can enjoy a secure, ongoing role with a range of flexible working conditions, including flex time, providing you with a great life balance. All new Patent Examiners will commence on $61,360 with progression within the examiner scale up to $85,904 dependent on performance. We are currently seeking people with qualifications and experience in: Mechanical Engineering; Medical Devices; Physics; Pure or Applied Chemistry; Industrial Chemistry; Biotechnology; Pharmacology; Pharmaceuticals; Biochemistry Electronics; Telecommunications; Electrical Engineering; Computer Science; Computer Engineering; or Chemical Engineering. Successful Patent Examiners for both Canberra and Melbourne will be expected to commence in February/March 2009. Examiners receive on the job training and access to development and career progression programs. Information sessions on the role of a Patent Examiners will be held in both Canberra and Melbourne . Information on how to register is available on our website. To apply or obtain the job documentation and further information, please visit www.ipaustralia.gov.au/about/jobspatexam.shtml or phone (02) 6283 2100. To be eligible for employment you must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident or have an appropriate work visa and are close to attaining permanent residency. Applications close: 15 August 2008. IP Australia is the government agency responsible for administering intellectual property (IP) rights such as patents, trade marks, designs and plant breeder's rights. IP Australia supports the principles for workplace equity and diversity. Selection for all vacancies is on the basis of merit. IP Australia provides a flexible work atmosphere, is dedicated to helping the environment and is committed to assisting employees to learn and develop. IP Australia offers access and exposure to international markets through its increasing international engagement activities.
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