Robert Poole
About Robert Poole
Robert Poole is a Patent Examiner at the European Patent Office, where he has worked since 2014. He previously held positions as a Research Scientist at Cisbio Bioassays and Pharmacology, Lacdr, University Leiden, and earned his Doctorate in Philosophy from Durham University.
Work at European Patent Office
Robert Poole has been employed as a Patent Examiner at the European Patent Office since 2014. He has accumulated ten years of experience in this role, contributing to the examination of patent applications and ensuring compliance with patent laws and regulations. His work involves assessing the novelty and inventive step of applications, as well as providing technical expertise in the field of patents.
Previous Research Experience
Before joining the European Patent Office, Robert Poole worked as a Research Scientist at Cisbio Bioassays from 2006 to 2008 in Codolet, Occitanie, France. He then transitioned to Pharmacology at Lacdr, University Leiden, where he served as a Research Scientist from 2008 to 2011 in Overijssel, Netherlands. His research roles involved conducting experiments and contributing to scientific studies in the field of pharmacology.
Education and Expertise
Robert Poole studied at Durham University, where he earned a Doctor of Philosophy degree from 2003 to 2006. Prior to this, he also completed a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry at the same institution from 1999 to 2003. His educational background provides him with a strong foundation in scientific principles and methodologies, which supports his work in patent examination.
Career Timeline
Robert Poole's career spans various roles in research and patent examination. He began his career as a Research Scientist at Cisbio Bioassays in 2006, followed by a position at Lacdr, University Leiden from 2008 to 2011. In 2014, he transitioned to the European Patent Office, where he has been working as a Patent Examiner for the past ten years.