Manager, Contracts and Innovation Transfer

Carleton University; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

Carleton University seeks a Manager for Contracts and Innovation Transfer to lead contract negotiations and manage partnerships with public and private sectors. This management role requires extensive knowledge in intellectual property law and contract negotiations, aiming to ensure compliance and support faculty under various agreements. Ideal candidates will possess a Master's degree and substantial experience in contract management.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of various laws related to contracts and intellectual property.
• Minimum seven years of contract and business development experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage delivery and administration of contracts and innovation transfer services.
• Negotiate partnerships ensuring compliance with agreements.

Skills

Intellectual property law

Commercial Contracts law

Contracts Negotiations

Technology Products Analysis

Venture Market Analysis

Research Project Management

Technology Business Development

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

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Please note that this position is posted until filled, and applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis.

Job Number: J0725-0103

Job Title: Manager, Contracts and Innovation Transfer

Job Type: Continuing Full Time

Department: Industry and Partnership Services

Job Category: Administrative Management

Number of Positions: 1

Salary (with Salary Rate): 85,476.00 - 111,120.00/Year

Employee Group: Non-Union

Salary Level: NU05

Hours Per Week: 35

Date Position Available: 21/07/2025

About Carleton University

Carleton University is situated on unceded Algonquin territory and bordered by the Rideau River and the Rideau Canal, a UNESCO World Heritage site, in Ottawa, Ontario. The university is just minutes from the heart of our nation's government and G-7 organizations and this capital advantage provides opportunities for staff and faculty and students to make a positive impact in our community and around the world.

Named a Top 100 Employer in 2023, 2024 and 2025, and a National Capital Region Top Employer for 10 consecutive years, Carleton University is one of Canada’s most resourceful and productive hubs of learning and research, fuelling a rich talent pipeline that is supporting social and economic renewal. The university’s smart, caring and connected community inspires and empowers individuals to become change leaders who drive impact in the world while challenging conventional modes of thinking and doing. At Carleton, we are committed to fostering an innovative, equitable and welcoming work environment. Carleton is also a nationally certified Healthy Workplace and is a recipient of the Canada Awards for Excellence, Healthy Workplace Order of Excellence and Platinum Level Certification for Mental Health at Work.

The university’s Strategic Integrated Plan 2020-2025 is an ambitious vision for the future, anchored in Carleton’s strengths and student-centric, community-engaged values.

Duties And Responsibilities

Responsible for managing day-to-day delivery and administration of contracts and innovation transfer services by negotiating intellectual property and financing arrangements for strategic research partnerships with the private and public sectors and that they are maintained and exist in compliance with university and funding agency requirements where necessary. The incumbent is also accountable to ensure the faculty is properly supported under the terms and conditions of legal agreements between the University and the various partners.

Qualifications

The incumbent must possess the following qualifications:

• Knowledge of Intellectual property law, including licensing and patent protection
• Knowledge of Commercial Contracts law
• Knowledge of Contracts Negotiations
• Knowledge of Technology Products Analysis (algorithms, analog/digital devices
• Knowledge of Venture Market Analysis /Venture Business Strategy
• Knowledge of Research Project Management
• Knowledge of Technology Business Development
• Knowledge of Carleton Administrative Process in Graduate Studies, Research Finance, Risk Management, Procurement Office, General Counsel's Office, CORIS, etc.
  
  

Education And Experience

The above is normally acquired through the completion of:

• Bachelors degree (Masters degree is preferred).
• Minimum of seven year of previous contract, agreement, and business development experience
  
  

HR Note

Equivalencies will be considered. Applicants are encouraged to provide information which may demonstrate equivalent qualifications. Please note that applicants may be required to complete an employment test as part of the selection process for this position. Those applicants that are selected for an interview will be requested to contact the Human Resource Advisor assigned to this competition as soon as possible to discuss any accommodation requirements. Arrangements will be made to accommodate your request in a timely manner. Carleton University is strongly committed to fostering diversity within its community as a source of excellence, cultural enrichment, and social strength. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our University including, but not limited to: women; visible minorities; First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples; persons with disabilities; and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expressions.

Health and Safety Requirements

This position is regularly required to work on campus in person. In the event of a public health emergency or a health and safety issue, it is possible that you may be required to work temporarily remotely due to public health orders, directives and/or health and safety requirements. If this happens, you will work with your direct manager to set up a remote work environment including discussing appropriate technology and requirements. You are required to follow all University policies and directives, including to set up a safe and confidential workspace in a remote location and ensure all Carleton property (intellectual and other) is safeguarded. If required to work remotely, you will be notified by your manager when working full time physically onsite will resume.

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