Patent Classification Specialist Salary in Worcester, Massachusetts

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As of January 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Patent Classification Specialist in Worcester, MA is $65,233. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $53,763 to a high of $79,345, with most professionals earning between $59,229 and $72,619.

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What is a Patent Classification Specialist?

A Patent Classification Specialist is responsible for analyzing and categorizing patents based on their subject matter and technology. They use their expertise in patent law and technical knowledge to accurately classify patents according to the appropriate classification system. This involves reviewing patent documents, conducting research, and staying up-to-date with changes in patent laws and regulations. The Patent Classification Specialist plays a crucial role in ensuring that patents are properly categorized, which is essential for patent search and examination purposes. They may also provide support to patent examiners and assist in the development of new classification systems. Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and a deep understanding of patent classification systems are essential for success in this role.

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What does a Patent Classification Specialist do?

Common responsibilities of a Patent Classification Specialist

Conduct quality control checks to ensure the accuracy and completeness of patent classifications.

September 14, 2023

Assist in the development of search strategies and tools for patent classification research.

September 19, 2023

Assist in the development and implementation of new classification systems and tools.

September 28, 2023

Analyze and classify patent applications according to the appropriate classification system.

October 25, 2023

Provide guidance and training to patent examiners and other staff on patent classification procedures and best practices.

October 27, 2023

Provide support and expertise in patent classification matters to internal and external stakeholders.

October 30, 2023

Review and evaluate patent classification processes and recommend improvements for efficiency and accuracy.

November 04, 2023

Research and stay updated on the latest developments in patent classification systems and guidelines.

November 11, 2023

Collaborate with patent examiners and other stakeholders to ensure accurate and consistent classification of patents.

November 21, 2023

Monitor and analyze patent classification data to identify trends and patterns.

November 22, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Patent Classification Specialist in Worcester, MA

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59229

72619

65233

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60250

74512

66375

What is the average salary for Patent Classification Specialist in 2025?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Patent Classification Specialist in Worcester, MA. The base salary for Patent Classification Specialist ranges from $59,229 to $72,619 with the average base salary of $65,233. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $60,250 to $74,512 with the average total cash compensation of $66,375.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$65,233	$59,229 - $72,619
Bonus	$1,143	$1,021 - $1,893
Total Pay	$66,375	$60,250 - $74,512

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Patent Classification Specialist Salary Near Worcester, MA

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Worcester, MA
CITY, STATE Leominster, MA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $59,115 - $72,479	COMPARE TO Worcester, MA
CITY, STATE Fitchburg, MA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $59,855 - $73,387	COMPARE TO Worcester, MA
CITY, STATE Framingham, MA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $61,082 - $74,891	COMPARE TO Worcester, MA
CITY, STATE Newton, MA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $63,254 - $77,555	COMPARE TO Worcester, MA
CITY, STATE Woonsocket, RI	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $59,060 - $72,412	COMPARE TO Worcester, MA
CITY, STATE Medford, MA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $63,254 - $77,555	COMPARE TO Worcester, MA

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About Worcester, Massachusetts

Worcester has a total area of 38.6 square miles (100 km2), 37.6 square miles (97 km2) of land and 1.0 square mile (2.6 km2) (roughly 2.59%) of water. Worcester is bordered by the towns of Auburn, Grafton, Holden, Leicester, Millbury, Paxton, Shrewsbury, and West Boylston. Worcester is known as the Heart of the Commonwealth, because of its proximity to the center of Massachusetts. The city is about 40 miles (64 km) west of Boston, 50 miles (80 km) east of Springfield, and 38 miles (61 km) northwest of Providence, Rhode Island. The Blackstone River forms in the center of Worcester by the conflue...

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