Technology Transfer (Innovation) Manager

TN United Kingdom; Guildford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Surrey seeks a Technology Transfer (Innovation) Manager to lead the commercialization of intellectual property and enhance research impact. Ideal candidates will have a degree in physical science or engineering, strong leadership skills, and knowledge of patenting and licensing processes. This role offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits, including a beautiful campus environment and family-friendly perks.

Benefits

Annual incremental pay increases

25 days holiday plus university closure and bank holidays

Leading pension scheme

Access to leisure facilities

Family-friendly benefits such as an on-site nursery

Qualifications

• Degree in a physical science or engineering discipline or relevant management experience.
• Knowledge of patenting, licensing deal structures, and the spin-out process.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for commercialization of university intellectual property.
• Collaborate with academic colleagues to support research impact.
• Identify research with commercial potential and promote funding opportunities.

Skills

Leadership

Collaboration

Commercialization

Education

Degree in physical science or engineering

Job description

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Technology Transfer (Innovation) Manager, Guildford

Client:

University of Surrey

Location:

Guildford, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Posted:

23.05.2025

Expiry Date:

07.07.2025

Job Description:

The University of Surrey is a global community of ideas and people dedicated to life-changing education and research in an inspiring, innovative, and diverse environment. With a world-class research profile, an enterprising spirit, and prestigious business links that reflect our innovative and forward-thinking approach, we aim to achieve our mission through the talents and endeavors of our employees, embracing our values of Inclusion, Inspiration, Innovation, and Integrity.

About the role

As a Technology Transfer (Innovation) Manager, you will be responsible for:

• The commercialization of university intellectual property, generating income from licensing, equity stakes in spin-out companies, and associated research contracts.
• Identifying research with commercial potential, understanding the impact agenda, and creating opportunities to maximize impact from your portfolio.
• Collaborating with academic and professional colleagues across the Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences and the wider university to support research impact through commercialization, industry engagement, knowledge exchange, and influencing policy.
• Staying informed about external and internal funding opportunities related to innovation and impact, and promoting these opportunities within our academic community.

About you

We are seeking candidates with:

• A degree in a physical science or engineering discipline, or substantial vocational and relevant management experience, supported by evidence of significant appropriate knowledge.
• Knowledge of patenting, licensing deal structures, and the spin-out process, ideally within the UK Higher Education sector.
• A collaborative approach, demonstrated leadership skills, and the ability to think quickly in a fast-paced environment.

This role offers a chance to influence the successful commercialization of the university's research. We welcome applicants who are skilled at building professional relationships, enjoy variety, embrace change, and possess a strong sense of ownership and accountability.

What’s in it for you?

Surrey offers a beautiful campus with green spaces, a picturesque lake, and excellent sports facilities. Alongside a competitive salary, benefits include annual incremental pay increases, 25 days holiday plus university closure and bank holidays, a leading pension scheme, access to leisure facilities, travel schemes, and family-friendly benefits such as an on-site nursery.