Intellectual Property & Commercialisation Officer

Job title:

Intellectual Property & Commercialisation Officer

Company

Liverpool John Moores University

Job description

Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) is a distinctive, unique institution, rooted in the Liverpool City Region and with a global presence. Our students and staff, past, present, and future, are the beating heart of our city and can be found in every corner of every industry and community. We couldn’t exist anywhere else and have shaped the city in which we belong. Working with the people of Liverpool to improve lives and support communities is at the heart of why we were founded and why we exist today.LJMU is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Intellectual Property & Commercialisation Officer to join our Knowledge Exchange & Commercialisation (KEC) team. The successful candidate will assist the Innovation & IP Manager and Head of Knowledge Exchange in converting academic research into commercially viable opportunities. This role involves managing IP formalities and documentation, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring compliance with IP deadlines. You will be responsible for developing marketing materials for IP engagement, managing a portfolio of innovation projects, and facilitating evaluations of invention disclosures. Additionally, you will play a key role in delivering IP training programmes.It is essential that you can demonstrate strong organisational and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects independently. Familiarity with IP management systems and legal documentation processes is essential. You should have the capability to liaise effectively with academic staff and external IP attorneys, ensuring smooth communication and project execution.In return, we offer an excellent benefits package including generous annual leave entitlement, pension scheme, induction, and development support as well as family-friendly policies.This is an exciting time to join the university as we deliver the LJMU Strategy 2030 and its vision of LJMU as an inclusive civic university transforming lives and futures, by placing students at the heart of everything we do.If you feel that this is the role you have been looking for and your skills and experience can make a real difference at LJMU, we look forward to hearing from you.LJMU values diversity and provides a supportive and inclusive environment where everyone can fulfil their potential.Please note all of our vacancies will be closed to applications at midnight on the advertised closing date, unless otherwise stated.£37,100 to £44,263 per annum

Expected salary

£37100 – 44263 per year

Location

Liverpool

Job date

Sat, 27 Jul 2024 03:36:52 GMT

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