Deputy Head of Licensing & Ventures (Physical Sciences)
Deputy Head of Licensing & Ventures (Physical Sciences)
Permanent
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- Are you passionate about creating global impact from world leading University research?
- Would you like to lead a team of outstanding people who help bring Oxford ideas to life?
- Do you have a technical or commercial background in any of the Physical Sciences?
In an era of dramatic change, Universities are increasingly being called upon to help solve some of the world’s biggest problems. Oxford University Innovation (OUI) undertake a wide variety of activities to unlock the potential of Oxford research. From managing intellectual property (IP) and building new companies to social enterprise and student entrepreneurship, innovation is the magic behind the scenes that turns ideas from Oxford University into real world impact.
We now have an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated Deputy Head of Licensing & Ventures to manage and coach an exceptional team, helping them to achieve ambitious business objectives and turning some of the world’s most exciting technology into commercial reality.
The role will report into the Head of Licensing & Ventures (Physical Sciences) and collaborate with a wide range of world-leading academics from the Mathematics, Physical and Life Sciences Division to commercialise their research.
The position of the Deputy Head of Licensing & Ventures will be responsible for:
- Delivering commercial and impact goals for the business unit
- Supporting their team to manage a large and diverse portfolio of IP and spinout projects
- Managing key relationships between OUI and the University, with specific responsibility for the Department of Chemistry
- Mentoring their team to ensure they are highly motivated and developing professionally
- Working with the Head of Licensing and Ventures to shape technology transfer strategy at Oxford
The successful candidate will be an experienced commercial leader with a relevant science degree. A PhD is preferred although not essential. They will also be able to evidence strength in OUI’s company values: collaboration, empowerment and integrity and be able demonstrate proven competence in:
- Leading and coaching highly capable professionals in a high-performance team
- Co-operating effectively with key stakeholders, building trust to influence them and where appropriate showing tenacity in business development situations
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Successfully negotiating contracts with relevant industry sectors
- Managing a portfolio of complex projects to successful outcomes
How to apply
If you are interested in applying for this role, please download the application form from the OUI website and send together with a copy of your CV and covering letter to Roy Bennett at roy@adlib-recruitment.co.uk. Information about the benefits and working life at OUI can be found here https://innovation.ox.ac.uk/about/careers/
The closing date is midday on Monday 16th January 2023.
Salary for this role is commensurate with experience and will be in the range of £65,000 – £70,000
Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion:
Oxford University Innovation is an Equal Opportunities Employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive culture which promotes equality, values diversity and maintains a supportive working, learning and social environment, in which the rights and dignity of all its staff are respected, and where everyone is able to be themselves and is empowered to reach their full potential. This commitment is linked to and reinforces the OUI values of integrity, collaboration and empowerment. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures. OUI is accredited with the Investors in People Silver status.
Our approach to hybrid and flexible working:
We believe that our employees are our most valuable asset, and we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best talent. We also appreciate that the UK workforce is becoming increasingly diverse and includes a high percentage of parents and individuals with caring responsibilities, as well as those whose interests and aspirations impact on their time.
We recognise the importance of helping our employees balance their work and home lives by offering flexible working arrangements that enable them to balance their work commitments with other priorities. This includes hybrid working and flexible working.
OUI is accredited with the Investors in People Silver status.
