Intellectual Property & Rights Manager

University of Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 51,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The Intellectual Property Manager at University of Chicago Press supports acquisition and publication of new content in the Books and Journals Divisions. It oversees copyright, permissions, and audio rights, and coordinates with external publishers, authors, and agents to optimize reuse of Press content.

The role requires detailed contract work, licensing oversight, and staff training, with a focus on ensuring compliance and expanding the Press’s global reach from the Hyde Park campus.

Qualifications

• Education: college/university degree in related field.
• 2–5 years of relevant work experience.
• Knowledge of contracts and copyright law preferred.

Responsibilities

• Draft and issue original book publication and series contracts and amendments.
• Assist with translation rights and backlist renewals.
• Maintain contract templates and data in Press databases.
• Coordinate 3rd party permissions and licensing workflows.
• Train and supervise Permissions & Copyright Coordinator and staff.

Skills

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Analytical skills

Decision-making

Problem solving

Training others

Education

Bachelor's degree

Graduate work

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Creative Suite

Database software

Job description

The Intellectual Property Manager at University of Chicago Press supports acquisition and publication of new content in the Books and Journals Divisions. It oversees copyright, permissions, and audio rights, and coordinates with external publishers, authors, and agents to optimize reuse of Press content.

The role requires detailed contract work, licensing oversight, and staff training, with a focus on ensuring compliance and expanding the Press’s global reach from the Hyde Park campus.