Company:
University of Fort Hare
Industry: Education / Teaching
Deadline: Nov 2, 2025
Job Type: Full Time
Experience: 3 years
Location: Eastern Cape
Province: East London
Field: Law / Legal
Minimum Requirements
- An LLB degree or Honours degree in a relevant field
- A minimum of 3 years’ experience in one or more of the following areas:
- Technology transfer
- Intellectual property management and/or intellectual property law
- Contract negotiation/drafting
- Commercialisation of technologies
- At least 2 years’ experience in administration, preferably within a university, institution of higher learning or research institution
Added Advantages
- Admission as an Attorney or Advocate
- Working knowledge of South African IPR laws and contract law
- Familiarity with public research and higher education environments
Responsibilities
- Manage the identification, evaluation, and protection of university-owned IP
- Draft and negotiate contracts and agreements, including licensing and MoUs
- Facilitate the commercialization of technologies through strategic partnerships
- Ensure legal compliance and support risk mitigation measures in contracts and IP operations
- Liaise with stakeholders including university researchers, legal experts, and external funders (e.g., TIA, NIPMO, CSIR):
- Maintain accurate documentation and reporting on contract lifecycles and IP matters
- Conduct awareness sessions and training workshops on IP and contract compliance
Closing Date: 26 October 2025
