Supporting line manager, the IP Manager and Technology Transfer Managers by carrying out triage of new commercialisation requests, providing detailed assessments and analysis of issues and problems, using specialist knowledge to identify and recommend appropriate solutions. Review third party licence terms and to provide advice to academic staff and other Professional Services staff in order to ensure an understanding of obligations. 15 % To liaise with Academic and Enterprise Unit staff, and Faculty Finance staff on commercialisation deals and enterprise contract matters and to ensure that all matters dealt with by RIS follow the correct procedures for sign off. 10 % Work with the Technology Transfer and Impact Management Team to develop guidance to the broader RIS, academic and research community on the process for commercialisation of intellectual property and for undertaking enterprise activities. Supporting them on the development and implementation of best practice and smooth processes to maintain a high level of service for the University. Maintaining and updating associated information and guidance on the Researcher Portal and any external web pages. 10 % Keep abreast of intellectual property, commercialisation and contracts issues to ensure up to date knowledge for the proper performance of the role. 5 % Any other duties as allocated by the line manager following consultation with the post holder. Internal and external relationships Other members of the department/University staff. External customers Funders Relevant suppliers and external contacts Special Requirements PERSON SPECIFICATION Criteria Essential Desirable How to be assessed Qualifications, knowledge and experience Good first degree or equivalent in law, intellectual property or business management, or significant relevant experience Good knowledge and recent experience of contract review, drafting and negotiation and of intellectual property issues relating to commercialisation of research Proven understanding of a broad range of scientific concepts in order Legal qualification Experience of working in Higher Education Institution, non-profit research or NHS Research & Development Department environment or equivalent Commercial experience in a corporate environment or able to demonstrate excellent business acumen Application & Interview
to evaluate their commercial potential Understanding of how the commercialisation of research outputs contributes to the strategy and objectives of the University. Ability to research into legal queries and develop recommendations and solutions for adoption in practice to ensure the University can carry out its commercialisation and enterprise activities in compliance with the law. Experience undertaking due diligence and rights checks in relation to intellectual property Uunderstanding of enterprise activities undertaken by Universities Detailed knowledge and understanding of intellectual property including patents, trademarks, copyright and software. Exposure to a range of contractual issues. Excellent appreciation of how to manage conflicts of interest and of anti-bribery and corruption laws. Planning and organising Ability to seek opportunities to progress a broad range of activities within professional guidelines and in support of University policy. Ability to manage and coordinate a number of simultaneous projects to a timely completion. Experience of successful project management. Ability to take strategic view in a fast-moving and dynamic environment. Ability to lead projects, driving activity to completion whist managing details. Application & Interview Problem solving and initiative Ability to develop understanding of long-standing and complex problems and to apply professional knowledge and experience to solve them. Self-sufficient, capable of setting own work strategies and of working with minimal guidance, actively seeking information from internal or external sources as required. Application & Interview Management and teamwork Team player able to work collaboratively with others to disseminate and share knowledge and information. Ability to proactively work with colleagues in other work areas to achieve outcomes. Ability to delegate upwards and downwards effectively, understanding the responsibilities, strengths and weaknesses of team members to build effective teamwork. Application & Interview Communicating and influencing Ability to provide accurate and timely specialist guidance on complex issues. Application & Interview