University of Liverpool - Associate IP and Project Manager - Health & Life Sciences (GreenNanobone)
- Job Title:
- Associate IP and Project Manager - Health & Life Sciences (GreenNanobone)
- Category:
- Other
- Closing Date:
- 24/09/2025
Grade and salary: Grade 7 £39,355 - £45,413 pa
Working hours: Full time 35 hours per week
Tenure: Fixed-Term until 31st May 2029
Location: Hybrid working, Liverpool campus
Faculty: Research Partnerships and Innovation, Enterprise Team
Recruiting department contact: t.khodai@liverpool.ac.uk
Detailed Job Description
Working hours: Full time 35 hours per week
Tenure: Fixed-Term until 31st May 2029
Location: Hybrid working, Liverpool campus
Faculty: Research Partnerships and Innovation, Enterprise Team
Recruiting department contact: t.khodai@liverpool.ac.uk
Detailed Job Description
Role overview and University context:
This is a major European research initiative involving 17 partners from leading universities and industry. The project is focused on the development of innovative biomaterials for medical applications. We are seeking a skilled and proactive Project Manager with a strong focus on intellectual property to support the effective management and development of the project’s IP assets.
We are seeking an Intellectual Property & Project Manager to support delivery of the IP strategy and oversee project activities from research translation to commercial application.
You will work closely with academic researchers, industry partners, and internal stakeholders to ensure that project milestones are met and that any arising intellectual property is effectively identified, protected, and developed.
Why Join Us?
This is a unique opportunity to participate in an impactful project at the interface of science, innovation, and real-world application. You'll be part of a supportive, forward-thinking team committed to enabling research-led change.
Key responsibilities and duties:
- Manage day to day delivery of the project in collaboration with academic and external partners.
- Advise on project-specific intellectual property (IP) and commercialisation matters.
- Coordinate drafting and execution of IP-related agreements, including licenses and collaboration agreements.
- Track project progress, risks, and deliverables, and ensure alignment with agreed timelines and funding requirements.
- Responsibility for setting up and managing technology marketing mechanisms, including drafting and updating technology flyers
- Liaise with internal departments (legal, finance, research support) to facilitate smooth project execution.
- Support the preparation of reports, funding submissions, and stakeholder updates related to the project.
- Adhere to all University policies and procedures, completing all obligatory training and induction modules, including Equality & Diversity and Health & Safety.
- Respect confidentiality: all confidential information should be kept in confidence and not released to unauthorised persons.
- Participate in the University’s Professional Development Review scheme and take a proactive approach to own professional development.
- Demonstrate customer service excellence in dealing with all stakeholders.
- Embody and uphold the University’s Vision and Values.
How to Apply
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