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Dakota Talbert

@dakotatalbert

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Analytical STEM professional and patent examiner skilled in technical analysis.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I seek roles using technical analysis and research skills, clear communication, and opportunities for cross-disciplinary problem solving and professional growth.

I am an analytical STEM professional with a B.S. in Physics from Virginia Military Institute and professional experience as a Patent Examiner at the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. I evaluate complex technical systems, conduct deep database research, and translate scientific information into clear insights for both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.

In my current role I perform thorough patent searches, assess novelty and patentability, review applications for procedural compliance, and explain complex concepts to diverse audiences. I bring strong quantitative analysis, technical documentation skills, and cross‑disciplinary problem solving to each task.

Earlier experience includes leading an artificial leather development project during a research internship, assisting with mass production testing, and completing independent astronomical research on the polarization of NGC 6913, culminating in a 16‑page report and departmental presentation.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Patent Examiner

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U.S. Patent and Trademark Office

Jun 2023 - Present (2 years 9 months)

Conduct thorough patent searches and evaluate novelty and non-obviousness of inventions, ensuring applications meet formal and procedural requirements while translating complex technical concepts for diverse stakeholders.

Patentability Searches Technical Writing Legal Formalities Analytical Thinking

Research Intern

Continental

Jun 2022 - Jul 2022 (1 month)

Led development of an artificial leather project to customer specifications, supported the first mass-production test, and completed additional materials projects during the internship.

Materials Testing Process Development Quality Assurance Experimental Design Production Support Data Analysis Project Management

Independent Researcher

Virginia Military Institute

Aug 2021 - Jan 2022 (5 months)

Conducted observational research on polarization of NGC 6913, authored a 16-page report, and presented findings to the VMI Physics Department faculty.

Matlab LaTeX Presentation Skills

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Virginia Military Institute

Bachelor of Science, Physics

Activities and societies: Independent research on polarization of NGC 6913; presentation to faculty; internship at Continental Research and Development involving materials project and mass production testing.

Completed a Bachelor of Science in Physics with minors in Applied Mathematics and Astronomy, including independent research on polarization of NGC 6913 and presentation to the VMI Physics Department.