Manager, IP Mobilization

Job title:

Manager, IP Mobilization

Company

Durham College

Job description

About Durham College:Durham College (DC) is a leading post-secondary institution that supports students to develop career-ready skills for the ever-changing job market. With a focus on experiential learning, led by expert faculty, through field placements, applied research, co-ops and other hands-on opportunities, DC grads are known for having the skills and knowledge they need to adapt to the ever-changing workforce. A leader in innovative teaching and learning, Durham College offers a wide range of market-driven programs across multiple disciplines, including culinary management, farming and horticulture, business, IT, construction and trades, science and technology, health care, engineering, social and community services, media, art and design.Our modern campuses in Oshawa and Whitby offer 145 programs – including six honours bachelor’s degrees and 11 apprenticeship programs – to more than 13,700 full-time post-secondary and 2,300 apprenticeship students. In addition, more than 14,600 students participate in professional and part-time learning. More than 110,500 alumni represent the college, both locally and around the world.
A forward-looking organization committed to collaboration, innovation and sustainability, Durham College is ranked annually as one of the GTA’s Top 100 employers and one of Canada’s Greenest Employers and has been recognized as a Top 50 Research College in Canada, 10 times.DC has an estimated annual economic impact of more than $913 million on Durham Region and is proud to be an active and engaged member of the communities we serve by contributing resources and expertise to enhance social and economic well-being through partnerships, investments and collaboration.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:The Manager, IP Mobilization at ORSIE plays a pivotal role in establishing and managing the Intellectual Property (IP) program at Durham College. The role is focused on maximizing the value of IP generated through our research initiatives. The position is responsible for establishing and executing the operations of the IP strategy consultation and investment services for small- to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) within the Medical Technology, Artificial Intelligence, and Automotive sectors. This position requires a combination of strategic thinking, business/legal acumen, and business development skills to ensure the successful commercialization of innovations emerging from the College.Intellectual Property Management

• Oversees the identification, protection, and management of IP assets, including patents, trademarks, copyrights and trade secrets for internal and external projects
• Develops and implement strategies to safeguard College and external client IP portfolio to maximize value of IP
• Ensure projects do not infringe on existing IP, determine alternative directions if project deliverables appear to infringe on IP
• Develop, modify and update forms and processes to support IP management

Investment Due Diligence

• Conduct due diligence assessments on ‘high-potential’ clients to support funding for IP protection and commercialization initiatives
• Assess the commercial potential, market opportunity, and competitive landscape of investment prospects, including evaluating IP portfolios, market positioning, and revenue projections
• Evaluate the financial viability and risk profile of investment opportunities, including assessing revenue forecasts, cost structures, and potential return on investment

Technology Transfer/Commercialization

• Lead efforts to assess the commercial potential of research outcomes and technologies developed within ORSIE
• Collaborate with researchers, industry partners, and legal professionals to discuss licensing agreements, partnerships, and other commercialization opportunities
• Drive the commercialization from invention disclosure through to market launch, including market research, product development planning, and go to market strategies

Business Development

• Cultivate relationships with potential clients, industry partners, investors and other stakeholders to expand the organizations network and enhance collaboration opportunities
• Develop and execute business development strategies to increase the College’s projects for the following hubs: the AI Hub, Centre for Cybersecurity Innovation, and Mixed Reality Capture Studio
• Cultivate relationships with clients, industry partners, and funding agencies to support technology transfer and commercialization efforts

Event Planning, Educational Outreach and Team Management

• Coordinate and organize events, seminars, workshops and conferences related to IP, technology transfer and commercialization initiatives
• Manage event budgets, expenses and logistics
• Facilitate speaker recruitment and engagement, coordinating presentations, panels and keynotes addresses to provide valuable insights and expertise to event attendees.
• Develop and implement educational outreach programs to raise awareness and enhance understanding of IP, technology transfer and commercialization concepts among staff and students
• Recruit, hire, onboard and train talented professionals to build a high-performing team responsible for the IP management, consultative, and investment activities.
• Define roles, responsibilities and performance expectations for team members, setting clear objectives and KPIs to measure individual and collective success
• Provide ongoing coaching, feedback and professional development opportunities to support the growth and career advancement of team members

QUALIFICATIONS: * A minimum of a PhD or Masters in Law, IP Law, innovation, commercialization, or business administration.

• A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in management consulting, IP Strategy/IP Law, project management, as a venture capitalist, as a technology transfer officer and start-up
• Demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion in all matters related to students, staffing and programming.
• Strong team building, hiring, and performance management skills.
• High degree of conceptualization, analytical ability, initiative, independent action and presentation skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills including report and proposal writing skills at an advanced level.
• Strong conflict resolution and negotiation skills combined with a good understanding of labour relations and managing in a unionized environment.
• Strong project management and team management skills and abilities.

Required SkillsBand 10: 85,529 – $106,911Required ExperienceOne year contract from August 2024 to August 2025Please apply below by submitting your cover letter and resume to the online portal. Job Competition closes on September 6, 2024. Competition number AD24-32.This position is located at 2000 Simcoe Street North, Oshawa, ON. .

Expected salary

$85529 – 106911 per year

Location

Oshawa, ON

Job date

Thu, 22 Aug 2024 00:38:27 GMT

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