Manager, IP Management [NTUitive]

We are seeking for a Manager for the Intellectual Property Management division in NTUitive.

Responsibilities

• Perform patent, literature and internet prior art searches in a variety of technical fields.

• Analyse prior art search results and evaluate technology/invention disclosures to determine if they meet the statutory requirements of patentability.

• Prepare and present patentability and IP due diligence reports.

• Strategise on the best mode of IP protection in view of the intended use of the IP.

• Interact with faculty members and researchers, academic/industry research collaborators, as well as with external patent/law firms regarding IP protection matters.

• Review IP clauses in existing and new agreements, such as IP management, research collaboration and license agreements.

• Oversee the filing, prosecution and overall management of an IP portfolio (e.g. patents, copyright etc.)

Requirements

• Degree, with preferably postgraduate Masters/PhD qualification, in Electrical and Electronic Engineering. 

• Graduate Certificate in IP Law, Postgraduate Diploma or Masters of IP and Innovation Management will be an added advantage.

• 1 to 3 years of prior work experience in an Electrical and Electronic Engineering or related engineering industry.

• Prior experience in IP related work and familiarity with the patent process.

• Skilled in web-based research (e.g. using various online patent and journal databases) and in IP data analytical tools.

• Excellent command of the English language, both written and oral

• Proficiency in Microsoft applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint.

• Meticulous and possess good interpersonal, analytical and organisational skills.

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

• Responsible, self-motivated and confident.

• Demonstrate a disciplined and detail-orientated approach in identifying, analysing applicable information/data, and in considering all relevant factors before making sound recommendations/decisions.

• Ability to multi-task, assess priorities and make sound independent decisions and use own initiative.

• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and willingness to advance new ideas.

Appointment may vary and will commensurate with candidate’s years of working experience.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified

Hiring Institution: NTUitive

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