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Intellectual Property Specialist

Employer
KHALIFA UNIVERSITY
Location
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Closing date
1 Oct 2019

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Job Type
Professional Services, IT Services
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time

Organization Name Technology Management & Innovation

About University            

Khalifa University is a world-class, research-intensive institution in Abu Dhabi, the capital city of the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The University’s mission is to seamlessly integrate research and education to produce world leaders and critical thinkers in science, engineering and medicine, and also to be a catalyst towards Abu Dhabi’s 2030 vision for acknowledge-based economy. Khalifa University has three campuses in the city of Abu Dhabi – the KU Main Campus, Masdar City Campus and the Sas Al Nakhl Campus, the latter two housing the internationally renowned Masdar and Institute and Petroleum Institute,respectively.

Brief Description

IP Specialist is responsible to assist with the development and management of the University's Intellectual Property (IP) patent portfolio. Working within the Technology Management and Innovation team, the primary role of the IP Specialist is to support the research and development efforts by and refining and implementing the University's IP strategy.

Detailed Description

Administer the IP and patent portfolio to ensure accuracy and completeness. In line with the Technology Management and Innovation established document processing methods and procedures,

Assist with management of the creation of IP from pre‐application invention memos developed by the Research team and ensure documentation is complete.

Accurately prepare and file documents with the legal firms to complete filing of all patent applications; U.S.provisional and non‐provisional, PCT and UAE.

Liaise with Manager IP Agreements in preparing all formal documents for attorney review, including Declarations,powers of attorney, and assignments, for execution by the University, using the Technology Management and Innovation best practice methods.

Prepare and send responses to Technology Managers and inventors on notices (missing parts, office actions,disclosure statements, etc.)., schedule and maintain timekeepers’ calendars,where appropriate.

Maintain all information of IP,patent portfolio and other pertinent information in the Sophia database program.

Input, review, edit, all docket activities for the office by scheduling regular meeting with all office personnel to ensure all patent portfolios actions were addressed and agreements were entered in the Sophia system.

Assume responsibility for maintaining the highest level of confidentiality of all firm and client information, records and files, both within and outside of the firm.

Support development of TMI accurate progress reports and IP data

Manage and maintain University's IP portfolio,including all patents and trademarks at various stages of applications.

Conduct patentability analyses,analyze invention memos to determine feasibility of pursuing new development directions.

Conduct patent searches and competitive IP analyses to provide validity and infringement opinions on an ongoing basis.

Participate in the creation of IP by engaging in research, proactively writing patents and in completing filings.

Manage information and reporting relating to the IP portfolio.

Adhere to the University's information security and confidentiality policies and procedures, and report breaches or other security risks accordingly.

Coordinate with other departments to facilitate the accomplishment of tasks and responsibilities, as and when needed.

Perform any other tasks assigned by the Line Manager.

Job Requirements

Required Qualifications

A Bachelor’s Degree in related field.

Required Experience

Expats: A minimum 7‐9 years of relevant experience.

UAE Nationals:

A minimum of 3‐5 years of relevant experience

How To Apply            

Applicants should submit an online application at http://www.ku.ac.ae/pages/careers. All applicants should submit an online application via the portal.  A complete application includes curriculum vitae, cover letter, photo and the names and contact information of three references.

Should you require further assistance or if you face any issue with the online application, please feel to contact the Recruitment Team (RecruitmentTeam@ku.ac.ae).

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