What is the Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT)?

PCT lets inventors file one international application, get searches/reports, delay national phases up to 30 months. Covers 157 countries—way beyond Paris Convention basics.

How do I apply for WIPO's PCT External Consultant job?

Check WIPO careers site for the posting (under Patents and Technology Sector). Need 10+ years US IP experience, travel-ready. Proposals with workplans, rates.

Will this boost AI patent filings in the US?

Likely—targets innovators, promotes PCT perks amid AI boom. Could standardize global protection, saving time/money for tech firms.

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WIPO's US Patent Evangelist: One Consultant to Ignite Global Filing Frenzy

WIPO just dropped a job posting that's pure jet fuel for global patents. They're hunting a US consultant to convert skeptics into PCT superfans, targeting a massive shift in how Americans file internationally.

theAIcatchup Apr 10, 2026 3 min read

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WIPO targets US to hike PCT usage from ~15% of international filings. 𝕏
Consultant must visit 20+ firms yearly, run webinars, hit 90% satisfaction. 𝕏
Gig ties into AI patent surge, potentially standardizing global IP like internet protocols. 𝕏

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