IP Manager

The IP Manager is an important position at QMI and is responsible for managing Queen Mary University of London's IP portfolio (in particular patents) and having ownership of keeping the IP database accurate for disclosures, patenting and agreements. The role would also have internal and external reporting requirements.

The post-holder will work with external patent agents, IP Inventors and QMI's Commercialisation Managers.

You will be a highly motivated individual who is experienced in managing a diverse IP portfolio, has strong attention to detail and, ideally, has worked in the technology transfer department of a university.

The post holder should have the ability to work closely with internal and external stakeholders, manage multiple (IP) deadlines, and produce accurate reports from the IP database.

Queen Mary Innovation Ltd (QMI) is a wholly owned subsidiary of Queen Mary, taking innovations from Queen Mary to the marketplace. QMI protects the University's intellectual property, licensing it or founding new businesses to ensure that our innovations reach patients, customers and the public to the benefit of society and the economy.

We offer an inclusive, nurturing and busy environment, where you will be supported and challenged to develop, flourish and achieve your potential.

About Queen Mary

At Queen Mary University of London, we believe that a diversity of ideas helps us achieve the previously unthinkable.

Throughout our history, we've fostered social justice and improved lives through academic excellence. And we continue to live and breathe this spirit today, not because it's simply 'the right thing to do' but for what it helps us achieve and the intellectual brilliance it delivers.

We continue to embrace diversity of thought and opinion in everything we do, in the belief that when views collide, disciplines interact, and perspectives intersect, truly original thought takes form.

We offer competitive salaries, access to a generous pension scheme, 30 days' leave per annum (pro-rata for part-time/fixed-term), a season ticket loan scheme and access to a comprehensive range of personal and professional development opportunities. In addition, we offer a range of work life balance and family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, and campus facilities.