The Role

The post holder will support Group Leaders and other researchers at the Institute to aid them in their interactions with industry, supporting the establishment of partnerships with industry and guiding the protection and commercialisation of the Institute's discoveries which could have a transformative impact on society. This post requires a wide range of skills including diligence, patience, determination, ability to understand the science involved in a range of new technologies, and appreciation of how new technology creates customer value.

The Ideal Candidate

• Post-graduate level qualification in a relevant scientific discipline (molecular biology, biochemistry, biotechnology, food safety science, microbiology, metagenomics, sequencing) OR undergraduate degree in relevant science with post-graduate degree in business administration.
• Significant experience in relationship management, intellectual property protection, project management, engagement with commercial partners, negotiation of deals and contracts.
• Ideally worked in a licensing and/or research partnerships role with experience of commercialisation of early-stage technologies and good understanding of HEIs.

Additional Information

Salary on appointment will be within the range £44,500 to £55,000 per annum depending on qualifications and experience. This is a full-time post offered on an indefinite basis. This role meets the criteria for a visa application. The [Employer hidden] supports equality of opportunity and is a Disability Confident employer.

About the [Employer hidden]

The [Employer hidden] is a new interdisciplinary research institute dedicated to understanding how food and microbes interact to promote health and prevent disease. A partnership between [Employer hidden] Bioscience, the University of East Anglia, the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital and BBSRC. It brings together scientists and clinicians in a state-of-the-art building on the Norwich Research Park.

Application Instructions

Further information and details of how to apply can be found on the HR website or contact the Human Resources team on [contact hidden] or [contact hidden] quoting reference 1004780. Apply via the link above.