IP & Research Commercialization Lead

Brock University; St. Catharines; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Dental Benefits

Pension Plan

Flexible Work Arrangements

Job summary

A leading Canadian university in the Niagara Region is seeking a Research Commercialization Officer to manage intellectual property and provide essential support for commercialization processes. The successful candidate will evaluate invention disclosures, oversee patent administration, and coordinate agreements. This position requires a graduate degree and experience in intellectual property management, along with strong project management and communication skills. A two-year fixed-term contract with benefits is offered.

Qualifications

• Graduate degree in a relevant discipline (scientific, engineering, or business field).
• Experience in technology transfer or intellectual property management.
• Strong understanding of intellectual property processes and commercialization pathways.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the management of Brock’s intellectual property portfolio.
• Lead patent administration and contract tracking.
• Evaluate the commercial potential of invention disclosures.
• Serve as a primary contact for researchers seeking guidance on IP.

Skills

Project management

Intellectual property management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Education

Graduate Degree in relevant discipline

Tools

IP management software

Data management systems

Job description

A leading Canadian university in the Niagara Region is seeking a Research Commercialization Officer to manage intellectual property and provide essential support for commercialization processes. The successful candidate will evaluate invention disclosures, oversee patent administration, and coordinate agreements. This position requires a graduate degree and experience in intellectual property management, along with strong project management and communication skills. A two-year fixed-term contract with benefits is offered.