Maaike Van Der Kooij
About Maaike Van Der Kooij
Maaike Van Der Kooij is a patent examiner at the European Patent Office, where she has worked since 2001. She previously completed her PhD thesis at Roche from 1991 to 1995 and holds a Master of Science from Leiden University.
Work at European Patent Office
Maaike Van Der Kooij has been employed at the European Patent Office as a Patent Examiner since 2001. Over the course of 23 years, she has contributed to the examination of patent applications, ensuring compliance with European patent laws and regulations. Her role involves assessing the novelty and inventive step of applications, as well as providing technical expertise in her field.
Previous Experience at Roche
Prior to her current position, Maaike Van Der Kooij worked at Roche, where she completed her PhD thesis from 1991 to 1995. This four-year tenure provided her with valuable experience in the pharmaceutical industry, contributing to her expertise in patent examination and intellectual property.
Education and Expertise
Maaike Van Der Kooij earned a Master of Science degree from Universiteit Leiden, also known as Leiden University. This academic background has equipped her with a strong foundation in scientific principles, which is essential for her role as a Patent Examiner at the European Patent Office.