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Technology Transfer& Contracts Officer : Department of Research and Innovation

Technology Transfer& Contracts Officer : Department of Research and Innovation

University of Fort HareEast london, South Africa
19 days ago
Job description

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS :

  • An LLB degree or Honours degree in a relevant field
  • A minimum of 3 years experience in one or more of the following areas :
  • Technology transfer
  • Intellectual property management and / or intellectual property law
  • Contract negotiation / drafting
  • Commercialisation of technologies
  • At least 2 years experience in administration, preferably within a university, institution of higher learning or research institution

ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES :

  • Admission as an Attorney or Advocate
  • Working knowledge of South African IPR laws and contract law
  • Familiarity with public research and higher education environments

    • DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE :

  • Manage the identification, evaluation, and protection of university-owned IP
  • Draft and negotiate contracts and agreements, including licensing and MoUs
  • Facilitate the commercialization of technologies through strategic partnerships
  • Ensure legal compliance and support risk mitigation measures in contracts and IP operations
  • Liaise with stakeholders including university researchers, legal experts, and external funders (e.g., TIA, NIPMO, CSIR) :
  • Maintain accurate documentation and reporting on contract lifecycles and IP matters
  • Conduct awareness sessions and training workshops on IP and contract compliance

    • COMPETENCIES :

  • In-depth understanding of IP legal framework / laws , particularly in the South African context
  • Strong contract negotiation and legal drafting skills
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
  • Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
  • Sound understanding of stakeholder engagement and collaborative practices
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) for drafting contracts, tracking IP portfolios, and preparing presentations.
  • Familiarity with IP and contract management systems (e.g., Inteum, PatSnap, WIPO IP Portal, or equivalent).
  • Experience with legal and patent databases (e.g., CIPC, WIPO, Espacenet, Google Patents) for IP searches and monitoring.
  • Competence in digital document management platforms (e.g., SharePoint, OneDrive) for secure storage and collaboration.
  • Ability to use email and calendar management tools (e.g., Outlook) for scheduling and communications.
  • Experience with digital signatures (e.g., DocuSign, Adobe Sign) for secure contract execution.
  • Basic project management software skills (e.g., MS Project, Trello, Asana) for managing multiple initiatives.

    • Closing Date : 26 October 2025

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