Applications are invited for:
Knowledge Transfer Unit
The Unit is going to expand further into new initiatives of technology transfer in the areas of health, biomedical and life sciences, and applications are invited for the following post:
Assistant Registrar II / Administrative Assistant (carrying the job title of ‘Intellectual Property Manager’)
(Ref. 0910/013(133)/1)
(Closing date: December 2, 2009)
Applicants should have (i) either a PhD degree or a law degree (preference will be given to those with both qualifications); (ii) strong scientific background in one or more of the following disciplines: medicine, biomedical sciences, plant, animal, agriculture, food, Chinese medicine and environmental science; (iii) concrete knowledge and experience plus a good track record in drafting patent applications and protection of intellectual property; (iv) competence and strategic thinking in the assessment of scientific projects for patenting and technology transfer; and (v) excellent communication skills in English and Chinese. Duties include (a) working closely with professors and faculty staff in the development of patents and technology transfer opportunities; (b) assessment of scientific projects for patenting and technology transfer; (c) drafting patent applications in both English and Chinese; (d) overseeing the process of patent filing and follow-up; (e) liaising with departments/offices at the University and external partners; and (f) writing reports for internal and external stakeholders. Appointment will initially be made on contract basis for two years commencing as soon as possible, renewable subject to mutual agreement.
Salary and Fringe Benefits
Salary will be highly competitive, commensurate with qualifications and experience. The University offers a comprehensive fringe benefit package including medical care, plus a contract-end gratuity for an appointment of two years; and housing benefits for eligible appointee. Further information about the University and the general terms of service for appointments is available at http://www.cuhk.edu.hk/personnel. The terms mentioned herein are for reference only and are subject to revision by the University.
Application Procedure
Please send full resume, copies of academic credentials, together with names, addresses and fax numbers/e-mail addresses of three referees to whom the applicants’ consent has been given for their providing references (unless otherwise specified), to the Personnel Office, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shatin, N.T., Hong Kong (fax: (852) 2696 1463) by the closing date. The Personal Information Collection Statement will be provided upon request. Please quote the reference number and mark ‘Application – Confidential’ on cover.