Innovation Development Executive

DescriptionInnovation Development Executive (School of Physics & Astronomy) Maternity Leave CoverEI Grade 8 48896 - 59300Edinburgh Innovations Ltd (EI)Based at Kings Buildings CampusFixed Term (maternity leave cover) - Full time 35 Hours per weekEdinburgh Innovations (EI) is looking for a driven and proven professional to join the Innovation Development & Licencing team for the School of Physics & Astronomy. The School of Physics & Astronomy was ranked 4th in the UK and 1st in Scotland in the Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2021. We are looking for a motivated and proactive individual to build on this success by driving industry knowledge exchange and commercialisation activities for the School as part of the wider College of Science & Engineering BD team. Associated with five Nobel Prize winners the School of Physics has a proven record of excellence that you will represent.The Opportunity:Edinburgh Innovations is a wholly-owned subsidiary company of the University of Edinburgh responsible for pre-award research support services management of technology transfer activities consultancy services and company formation. As part of the EI Innovation Development & Licencing team you will be responsible for leading and supporting commercial activity at one the UKs highest ranked research Schools. The key priorities in this role will be to engage with industrial partners early career researchers and renowned experts in their field.You will provide essential innovation development engagement for academic staff in the School of Physics & Astronomy. This post will focus on supporting researchers within the Schools Soft Matter and Biological Physics Group and the Edinburgh Complex Fluids Partnership. The role will be required to provide cover for all parts of the School when needed for example during your colleagues annual leave. A background in a relevant scientific discipline and experience within business development in the industry-university sector would be advantageous. This is a varied and rewarding role requiring a motivated professional with proven experience in business development industrial engagement identifying funding opportunities contractual negotiation and relationship management.Your skills and attributes for success:Educated to PhD level or holds a good degree in a relevant scientific areaInnovation Development and commercial experienceKnowledge and experience of intellectual property protection and exploitationProven track record in proactive opportunity generation leading to increased revenueExperienced in reviewing / negotiating contracts and managing projects to deliver commercial and translational end pointsDemonstrable account and client relationship management experience including working with partners to jointly deliver customer servicesHighly developed communication skills both written and verbalExcellent influencing skills and demonstrable ability to successfully network with both academia and industryClick here for a copy of the full job description.As a valued member of our team you will benefit from:An exciting positive creative challenging and rewarding place to workA competitive reward package with annual bonus reviews based on performanceA generous 40 days of combined annual leave and public holidays entitlementA competitive work package including defined contribution pension scheme (currently 4.5% employee and 14.5% employer contribution rates) family friendly initiatives flexible working and much moreSupport to nurture your talent and reward successPlease ensure you include a CV and cover letter in your application.Please contact Laura Mackie for informal enquiries atInterview scheduling will commence within 3 weeks of the closing date.If invited for interview you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK. Further information is available on ourright to workwebpagesAbout UsAt Edinburgh Innovations we help commercial organisations to build innovative ideas using the right technologies expertise and facilities at the University. For students and staff we lead the Universitys business development activities through industry engagement and translational research enterprise support and the identification management and commercialisation of University intellectual property. We seek opportunities we build partnerships for mutual benefit we make the journey easy and we add value at every stage. Key Skills Abinitio,English Language,Hair And Beauty,Credit Risk,Data Networking,Data Mining Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 48896 - 59300