UK Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA), Intellectual Property Manager
Division: Innovation and Business Development Site Location: UKAEA Culham, Oxfordshire or Rotherham, Yorkshire Confirmed Grade: Level 6 Company Description
By 2050, the planet could be using twice as much electricity compared to today. Are you interested in contributing and helping to shape the future of the world’s energy? If so, read on. Fusion, the process that powers the Sun and Stars, is one of the most promising options for generating the cleaner, carbon-free energy that our world badly needs. UKAEA leads the way in realising fusion energy, partnering with industry and research for groundbreaking advancements. Our goal is to bring fusion electricity to the grid, supported by tomorrow’s power stations. In pursuit of our mission, UKAEA embraces core values: Innovative, Committed, Trusted, and Collaborative. Job Description
As an employee of UKAEA, you will benefit from: Outstanding
defined benefit pension scheme . Corporate
bonus scheme of up to 7%
and a
Relocation
allowance (if eligible). Flexible working options
including family friendly policies. Employee Assistance Programme
and trained Mental Health First Aiders. Generous annual leave allowance
starting with 25 days, plus 3 days Christmas closure and 2.5 privilege days, in addition to UK bank holidays. Wide range of
career development opportunities . A vibrant
culture
committed to equality and being fully inclusive. The salary for this role is
£67,023 (inclusive of a Market Premium Payment (MPP)) , and
onsite working
is expected for
3 days each week . The Role
In this role you will drive Intellectual Property activities at UKAEA and join a dynamic team supporting the commercialisation of fusion energy. You will be working with departments and programmes across UKAEA who are inventing the solutions to fusion challenges. As
Intellectual Property Manager , you will be a key part of the IP team responsible for ensuring the IP strategy and implementation supports UKAEA in achieving its goals. The role has a strong focus on collaborating with technical and business colleagues, external patent attorneys, and external partners to accelerate the exploitation of IP. What will you be responsible for?
Working with Directors and Programme leads across the business to implement IP strategy. Managing a key element of UKAEA’s broad and technically diverse IP portfolio. Advising teams across the business on IP terms in third party agreements. Utilising technical background for reviewing invention disclosures and advising on best protection strategies. Qualifications
Strong technical background with a degree in Scientific or Engineering discipline. Part-qualified /Qualified Patent attorney (CPA, EPA), or significant experience working in an in-house patent/IP team. Ability to lead drafting strategy working with inventors and external patent attorneys. Experience with reviewing and strategically advising on IP terms in contracts. Experience of IP Portfolio Management. Additional Information
For a full list of benefits and to apply, select the apply button to be taken through to the UKAEA careers pages. We welcome applications from under-represented groups, particularly individuals from black and other ethnic minority backgrounds, people with disabilities, and women. Our Executive team actively promotes EDI and takes steps to increase diversity within our organisation. Please note that vacancies are generally advertised for 4 weeks but may close earlier if we receive a large number of applications. Please mention IP Careers when applying to UK Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA).
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Division: Innovation and Business Development Site Location: UKAEA Culham, Oxfordshire or Rotherham, Yorkshire Confirmed Grade: Level 6 Company Description
By 2050, the planet could be using twice as much electricity compared to today. Are you interested in contributing and helping to shape the future of the world’s energy? If so, read on. Fusion, the process that powers the Sun and Stars, is one of the most promising options for generating the cleaner, carbon-free energy that our world badly needs. UKAEA leads the way in realising fusion energy, partnering with industry and research for groundbreaking advancements. Our goal is to bring fusion electricity to the grid, supported by tomorrow’s power stations. In pursuit of our mission, UKAEA embraces core values: Innovative, Committed, Trusted, and Collaborative. Job Description
As an employee of UKAEA, you will benefit from: Outstanding
defined benefit pension scheme . Corporate
bonus scheme of up to 7%
and a
Relocation
allowance (if eligible). Flexible working options
including family friendly policies. Employee Assistance Programme
and trained Mental Health First Aiders. Generous annual leave allowance
starting with 25 days, plus 3 days Christmas closure and 2.5 privilege days, in addition to UK bank holidays. Wide range of
career development opportunities . A vibrant
culture
committed to equality and being fully inclusive. The salary for this role is
£67,023 (inclusive of a Market Premium Payment (MPP)) , and
onsite working
is expected for
3 days each week . The Role
In this role you will drive Intellectual Property activities at UKAEA and join a dynamic team supporting the commercialisation of fusion energy. You will be working with departments and programmes across UKAEA who are inventing the solutions to fusion challenges. As
Intellectual Property Manager , you will be a key part of the IP team responsible for ensuring the IP strategy and implementation supports UKAEA in achieving its goals. The role has a strong focus on collaborating with technical and business colleagues, external patent attorneys, and external partners to accelerate the exploitation of IP. What will you be responsible for?
Working with Directors and Programme leads across the business to implement IP strategy. Managing a key element of UKAEA’s broad and technically diverse IP portfolio. Advising teams across the business on IP terms in third party agreements. Utilising technical background for reviewing invention disclosures and advising on best protection strategies. Qualifications
Strong technical background with a degree in Scientific or Engineering discipline. Part-qualified /Qualified Patent attorney (CPA, EPA), or significant experience working in an in-house patent/IP team. Ability to lead drafting strategy working with inventors and external patent attorneys. Experience with reviewing and strategically advising on IP terms in contracts. Experience of IP Portfolio Management. Additional Information
For a full list of benefits and to apply, select the apply button to be taken through to the UKAEA careers pages. We welcome applications from under-represented groups, particularly individuals from black and other ethnic minority backgrounds, people with disabilities, and women. Our Executive team actively promotes EDI and takes steps to increase diversity within our organisation. Please note that vacancies are generally advertised for 4 weeks but may close earlier if we receive a large number of applications. Please mention IP Careers when applying to UK Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA).
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