Include unrelated patent on publication list I am a PhD candidate (Statistics) starting to apply to academic jobs. I have no publications related to my research - besides my in-process dissertation.
One of my applications requires a publication list.  

I have a patent awarded 7 years ago when I worked in a completely different field.  Should I include it in the publications list? I do plan on adding my in-process dissertation just so that I dont turn in a blank page.
Yes, you should list it. Even if you had an otherwise rich CV it would still be proper to list it. 

Your application needs to make your best case for acceptance and any IP contributions show evidence of quality research. People understand that patents are hard to obtain. 

Your application otherwise will show mostly work in progress, which is fine, but work completed is also a good indicator. You might want to explain your change of fields if that is relevant also, or, at least be prepared to discuss it.