Technology Transfer Specialist: Investment & Commercialisation

UWC Online - University of the Western Cape; Bellville; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent South African university seeks a Technology Transfer Specialist to enhance commercialization of research outputs. The ideal candidate will manage technology transfer projects, engage with researchers, and assist in innovation funding applications. A postgraduate degree and 5-7 years of relevant experience in a technology transfer environment are essential. Skills in project management and excellent communication are also required. Join a dynamic team committed to innovation and support university-based research transitioning to market applications.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in a Research Institution Technology Transfer or Innovation environment.
• Experience in project management, new product/innovation/business development.
• 2 years of relevant work experience or postgraduate research.

Responsibilities

• Engage with researchers to identify innovative solutions.
• Conduct IP & Innovation Evaluation.
• Develop commercialisation strategies for innovations.
• Assist with innovation funding applications.
• Manage technology transfer projects.
• Promote UWC's technology transfer function.

Skills

Research-related agreements knowledge

University research policies knowledge

Project management skills

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Postgraduate degree at NQF8 in Science, Engineering, Technology or Business

Masters degree at NQF9 in relevant discipline (added advantage)

Job description

A prominent South African university seeks a Technology Transfer Specialist to enhance commercialization of research outputs. The ideal candidate will manage technology transfer projects, engage with researchers, and assist in innovation funding applications. A postgraduate degree and 5-7 years of relevant experience in a technology transfer environment are essential. Skills in project management and excellent communication are also required. Join a dynamic team committed to innovation and support university-based research transitioning to market applications.