The Associate Head reports to the Head of the Office of Technology Transfer [OTT]/CEO & Director, C‑CAMP. S(he) will work towards building the long-term vision of OTT. The candidate will work towards implementation of NBM funded programme and reach different levels as part of his/​her core functions. S(he) shall work in close cooperation with the rest of the OTT team to achieve this objective. The ideal candidate will have established experience in handling of IP matters/​commercialization of innovations, particularly life sciences and will have strong connections with industry. 

Substantial business experience, and familiarity with contracts and material transfer agreements, term sheet and license agreements would be a plus, as would experience in negotiation, fostering strategic relationships with entrepreneurs, venture capitalists, and industry partners. The job entails 30 – 40 % of travel within the country.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Evaluate technologies for IP protection, advisory, market assessment and commercialization.
2. Implement protection/​commercialization strategies and business plans for the technologies. 
3. Engage with industry for uptake of the technologies for licensing or collaborative development.
4. Participate in outreach events to promote OTT;
5. Sensitize individuals, researchers, students, institutes, start-up companies on technology transfer and commercialization.
6. Co-manage the team along with Head of OTT/CEO & Director, C‑CAMP, build their strength/​capabilities along with providing suitable opportunities.
7. Ensure sustainability of OTT by periodically assessing the situation and taking suitable measures.
8. Additional duties as assigned.

The initial offer is for one year. Further extension will depend upon the performance of the individual.

Compensation offered will be commensurate with qualifications and experience and will not be a limiting factor to deserving candidates.

Masters degree in life science or related field along with a law degree and a minimum of ten years of experience in the industry; Being an RTTP professional is a plus.

Preference will be given to candidates with advanced degree in life sciences, basic degree in law and experience in licensing, business development or technology investment, industry experience, etc.

Please apply stating your qualifications, experience, current position and compensation drawn highlighting the vacancy that you want to be considered against to hr@​ccamp.​res.​in by 10^th Sept, 2023.

The position applied for, MUST be superscribed on the application. Certificates/​testimonials need not be attached now.

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