Intellectual Property Manager — Scholarly Publishing

University of Chicago; United States; On-site; USD 51,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Chicago Press seeks an Intellectual Property Manager to support acquisition and publication of content in the Books and Journals divisions. You will assist with audio rights strategy, negotiate terms, and supervise the Permissions & Copyright Coordinator to streamline permissions and copyright filings.

The role requires leadership, strong contract knowledge, and collaboration with internal departments to manage 3rd party permissions and licensing across global markets.

Qualifications

• Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.
• Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.
• Certifications: ---

Responsibilities

• Drafts and issues all original book publication and series contracts as well as amendments, cancellations, subsidy agreements, and specialised contributor agreements.
• Assists the Director of IP with the drafting and issuing of co-publication agreements.
• Maintains contracts, rights, and permissions data in Press databases.
• Trains and supervises the Permissions & Copyright Coordinator and student assistants.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Analytical skills

Supervisory experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Creative Suite

Database knowledge

Word processing

Spreadsheet software

Job description

The University of Chicago Press seeks an Intellectual Property Manager to support acquisition and publication of content in the Books and Journals divisions. You will assist with audio rights strategy, negotiate terms, and supervise the Permissions & Copyright Coordinator to streamline permissions and copyright filings.

The role requires leadership, strong contract knowledge, and collaboration with internal departments to manage 3rd party permissions and licensing across global markets.