DC-26121 SENIOR IP & LICENSING OFFICER – MATERIALS RESEARCH (m/f)

Description de tâches

Are you passionate about transforming scientific discoveries into real-world impact?

The Luxembourg Institute of Science and Technology (LIST) is seeking a Senior IP & Licensing Officer to support the valorisation, protection and commercialisation of innovations emerging from its Material Research Units. Working at the interface of science, intellectual property, industry collaboration and entrepreneurship, you will contribute to the development of patents, licensing opportunities and future spin-offs in fields ranging from advanced materials and nanotechnologies to process engineering and smart composites.

About LIST

LIST is a Research and Technology Organisation (RTO) active in the fields of materials, environment and information technology. By transforming scientific knowledge into technologies, smart data and tools, LIST supports citizens, public authorities and businesses in addressing societal and industrial challenges.

The Materials Research Units focus on key enabling technologies including nanotechnologies and advanced materials, with activities covering smart nanocomposites, photocatalysis, transparent electronics, multifunctional composites, bio-based polymers, advanced manufacturing and process engineering.

As part of the Partnerships & Ventures Office, you will work closely with researchers, business developers, IP legal advisers and innovation stakeholders to maximize the societal and economic impact of LIST research.

How will you contribute?

You will contribute to the identification, protection, management and commercial exploitation of intellectual property generated within the Materials Research Unit.

The role combines intellectual property expertise, technology transfer, stakeholder engagement and innovation strategy in a highly international research environment.

Key Responsibilities

Collaborate with researchers to identify inventions, assess innovation potential and support invention disclosures. Conduct prior art analyses, patentability assessments and freedom-to-operate evaluations. Coordinate patent filing and prosecution activities with external patent attorneys and contribute to IP portfolio management. Advise research teams and management on IP protection strategies, trade secrets and commercialisation pathways. Support the identification and qualification of Background IP for collaborative public-private and European projects, including Horizon Europe initiatives. Contribute to licensing activities, technology marketing and industrial partnerships at national and international level. Support entrepreneurship and spin-off creation initiatives arising from LIST technologies. Develop strong relationships with researchers, industrial partners and innovation ecosystem stakeholders. Monitor developments in IP policies, regulations and technology transfer best practices. Promote awareness of intellectual property and innovation valorisation across the organisation.

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Required Qualifications

· Master's degree or PhD in chemistry, physics, materials science, engineering or a related scientific discipline. · Specialisation or strong professional experience in intellectual property management. · Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in patent law, IP management or technology transfer, preferably within research-intensive environments.

Technical Expertise

· Solid understanding of patent drafting, filing and prosecution processes. · Experience in IP portfolio management and innovation commercialisation. · Ability to understand and analyse complex scientific and technological topics across multidisciplinary domains. · Knowledge of collaborative research frameworks and IP aspects of public-private partnerships.

Professional Skills

· Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. · Business-oriented mindset with the ability to identify commercial opportunities. · Ability to manage multiple priorities independently and collaboratively. · Strong analytical, organisational and negotiation capabilities. · Entrepreneurial spirit and interest in innovation ecosystems.

Language skills

· Fluent English is mandatory. · French and/or German would be considered an asset.

Your LIST benefits

· An organization with a passion for impact and strong RDI partnerships in Luxembourg and Europe that works on responsible and independent research projects · Sustainable by design, empowering our belief that we play an essential role in paving the way to a green society · Innovative infrastructures and exceptional labs occupying more than 5,000 square metres, including innovations in all that we do · An environment encouraging curiosity, innovation and entrepreneurship in all areas · Personalized learning programme to foster our staff's soft and technical skills · Multicultural and international work environment with more than 60 nationalities represented in our workforce · Diverse and inclusive work environment empowering our people to fulfil their personal and professional ambitions · Gender-friendly environment with multiple actions to attract, develop and retain women in science · 32 days' paid annual leave, 11 public holidays, 13-month salary, statutory health insurance · Flexible working hours, home working policy (not remote) and access to Digital lunch vouchers

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Your application must include

· A motivation letter oriented towards the position and detailing your experience · A detailed CV with contact details · Contact details of 2 references

Please apply ONLINE formally through the HR system. Applications by email will not be considered.

Application procedure and conditions

We kindly request applicants to provide their nationality for statistical purposes only, as part of our commitment to promoting diversity and ensuring equal opportunities in our workforce. This information will be kept confidential and will not be used for any discriminatory purposes.

LIST is dedicated to maintaining an inclusive work environment and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to attracting, hiring, and retaining a diverse workforce. All applicants will be considered for employment without discrimination based on national origin, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, religion, age, or disability.

Applications will be continuously reviewed until the position is filled. An assessment committee will thoroughly evaluate applications, adhering to guidelines designed to ensure equal opportunities. The primary criteria for selection will be the alignment of the applicant's existing skills and expertise with the requirements mentioned above.

As part of our recruitment process, the selected candidate might be subject to a background check in accordance with applicable laws and institutional policies. Further checks and restrictions might apply to candidates in compliance with export controls requirements

For the purposes of the position and in accordance with applicable legislation, the successful candidate may be requested to provide a recent criminal record certificate.