Job Summary
The Intellectual Property Manager is part of the Senior Management Team, responsible for the management of new research ideas and technologies with potential for licensing; and protection of the
University’s Intellectual Property.
Reporting to the Director, Research, Innovation and Industrialisation, the Intellectual Property Manager shall be responsible for:
Duties And Responsibilities
▪ Developing and implementing Intellectual Property plans and strategies
▪ Identification and evaluation of research, innovation and industrialisation ideas
▪ Developing in-depth knowledge in research projects by educating and training of internal stakeholders to enhance research and intellectual property translation skills
▪ Assisting with the preparation of proposals, reports and briefing papers
▪ Reporting on impact of research outputs and specific outputs
▪ Developing a database and system for intellectual property management and disclosures
▪ Ensuring intellectual property protection, examining existing patents, investigating infringements and protecting the University’s intellectual property
▪ Providing an interface with Academic and Business Development staff
▪ Monitoring cyber and information technology security for the protection of intellectual property
▪ Building and maintaining strong networks with relevant stakeholders
▪ Any other related duties as assigned by the Director
Qualifications And Experience
▪ A relevant Master’s Degree
▪ A Bachelor’s degree in Law or equivalent
▪ Possession of a PhD degree and/or a Postgraduate qualification in Intellectual Property is an added advantage.
▪ At least five (5) years post-qualification experience, four (4) of which should be at managerial level
▪ Applicants should be mature and be able to work collaboratively, be attentive to detail, have critical thinking and analytical skills, have excellent written and oral communication skills and good organizational skills.
More Information
- Job Application Details How To Apply CONDITIONS OF SERVICE Leave, contributory medical aid and pension are offered. Information on salary and other benefits will be made available to shortlisted candidates. APPLICATIONS Applicants must submit six (6) sets of applications which should include the application letter, certified copies of certificates, national identification and a detailed Curriculum Vitae giving full personal details including full names, place and date of birth, qualifications, experience, present salary, date of availability, contact details, names and addresses of three referees including their email addresses. Applications in envelopes clearly indicating post applied for should be addressed and sent via registered mail to: The Registrar Marondera University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology P.O. Box 35 MARONDERA hand deliver or send by courier to: Marondera University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology CSC Campus, Industrial Sites 15 Longlands Road MARONDERA The closing date for receipt of applications is Monday, 6 December 2021. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. The University does not charge applicants a fee at any stage of the recruitment process and does not have Agents who receive applications on its behalf.