Duties and Responsibilities

As a RESEARCH AND INNOVATION LEAD OFFICER, you will be
-Proactively collaborate with faculty and researchers to identify novel research with commercialisation potential
-Evaluate and assess the commercial viability of scientific discoveries, considering market needs and intellectual property (IP) landscape
-Develop and implement strategies for protecting, managing, and commercialising the University s IP
-Foster a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship within the university community, providing mentorship and guidance to researchers on translating ideas into marketable solutions
-Oversee the incubation and acceleration of promising scientific ventures, providing resources and mentorship to student and faculty entrepreneurs
-Develop and implement programs and workshops to equip researchers with essential skills in innovation management, technology transfer, and entrepreneurship
-Track and analyze innovation metrics, identifying areas for improvement and ensuring alignment with the University s strategic goals
-Stay abreast of the latest trends and developments in science and technology transfer to identify emerging opportunities

Qualifications and Experience

-Applicants must have a minimum of an MSc Degree in Engineering/Applied Sciences or Agriculture Animal Science/Crop Science/Food Science or other related field from an accredited institution and demonstrated experience in research, innovation and technology transfer to commercialisation
-A BSc Degree in Engineering/Applied Sciences or Agriculture – Animal Science/Crop Science/Food Science or other related field from an accredited institution
-Five (5) Ordinary level passes including English Language
-A minimum of five (5) years’ working experience of which two (2) years’ experience must be in research, innovation and/or management of a business venture
-The candidate should have a proven track record in multidisciplinary research, collaboration, and/or management of partnerships
-The ideal candidate should have experience in interacting with students and/or teaching and learning
Should have a minimum of one (1) publication or equivalent such as patents/industrial designs