Job title : Technology Transfer & Contracts Officer (Department of Research and Innovation)
Job Location : Eastern Cape, East London
Deadline : November 02, 2025
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Minimum Requirements
An LLB degree or Honours degree in a relevant fieldA minimum of 3 years’ experience in one or more of the following areas :Technology transfer
Intellectual property management and / or intellectual property lawContract negotiation / draftingCommercialisation of technologiesAt least 2 years’ experience in administration, preferably within a university, institution of higher learning or research institutionAdded Advantages
Admission as an Attorney or AdvocateWorking knowledge of South African IPR laws and contract lawFamiliarity with public research and higher education environmentsResponsibilities
Manage the identification, evaluation, and protection of university-owned IPDraft and negotiate contracts and agreements, including licensing and MoUsFacilitate the commercialization of technologies through strategic partnershipsEnsure legal compliance and support risk mitigation measures in contracts and IP operationsLiaise 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 mattersConduct awareness sessions and training workshops on IP and contract complianceClosing Date : 26 October 2025
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