Intellectual Property Manager at Vaal University of Technology

Key performance areas include but are not limited to:

• Lead efforts to generate and manage a robust IP portfolio.
• rovide strategic guidance to researchers on IP identification, protection, and management.
• Manage IP assessments and coordinate patent filing, trademark registration, and other relevant IP activities.
• Align IP efforts with the university's innovation strategy, supporting research focused on IP generation and commercialization.
• Ensure adherence to IP laws and institutional policies, managing IP-related contracts (licenses, agreements) and documentation.
• Serve as the primary contact for external IP agents and attorneys, maintaining accurate IP records.
• Collaborate closely with researchers to identify and protect potential IP arising from research activities.
• Provide training and workshops on IP awareness, protection strategies, and commercialization pathways.
• Act as a liaison between researchers, TTO, and external stakeholders to facilitate IP-related projects.
• Engage with external stakeholders, fostering collaboration with industry partners and internal departments to promote innovation and commercialization.

Qualifications and experience:

• LLB, or BCom Law Hons, or
• BSc/BEng with PGDip in IP Law or Technology Management.
• Advanced Certification in Intellectual Property Management.
• Minimum of 3 years in Intellectual Property Management, Technology Transfer, or Research Commercialization.