Technology Transfer and PATLIB Administrator

European Patent Office

. Develop and maintain partnerships with universities, research organisations, national patent offices and international institutions .

Posted 11/2/2026full-timeGermanyMid-LevelSenior💰 €6,375 - €10,164 per monthWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in technology transfer, including licensing negotiations and IP portfolio management, while effectively collaborating with diverse stakeholders to support innovation initiatives. Proficient in designing and delivering training programs related to intellectual property and commercialization of research outcomes.

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Technology Transfer Professional CertificationExperience in Technology Transfer OfficeIntellectual Property ValuationTraining Program DevelopmentHorizon Europe Familiarity

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Hard Skills

Technology TransferIntellectual Property ValuationLicensing NegotiationsTraining Program DevelopmentCollaborative R&D ProjectsInnovation FinancingPatent Valuation MethodologiesCapacity-Building InitiativesKnowledge SharingProject Coordination

Soft Skills

Clear CommunicationDiplomacyRelationship ManagementCollaborationStakeholder Engagement

Certifications & Qualifications

Registered Technology Transfer Professional

Industry Keywords

European Patent OrganisationHorizon EuropeEICEITNational Innovation ProgrammesSME FundsResearch OrganisationUniversity Innovation OfficeInnovation Support OrganisationPATLIB Network

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and maintain partnerships with universities, research organisations, national patent offices and international institutions
Co-ordinate collaborative projects and learning initiatives supporting the Academy's strategic objectives
Contribute to developing and delivering joint training programmes and knowledge-sharing activities
Collaborate with colleagues across EPO departments on training and co-operation initiatives
Represent the Academy in meetings and exchanges with member states of the European Patent Organisation and external partners
Support implementation of the PATLIB network's development strategy with national patent offices and strategic partners
Contribute to technology transfer initiatives connecting patenting, IP valuation, financing and market uptake
Ensure timely delivery of quality outcomes while sharing knowledge and providing advice
Prepare reports, statistics and supporting documentation for informed decisions and internal approvals

Requirements

What you’ll need

Professional certification in technology transfer, such as Registered Technology Transfer Professional accreditation and/or equivalent relevant experience
Experience in a technology transfer office, knowledge transfer office, research organisation, university innovation office, patent office or innovation support organisation
Experience supporting the commercialisation of research outcomes through licensing, spin-outs, collaborative R&D projects or industry partnerships
Experience conducting or supporting intellectual property valuation, technology assessment or innovation financing activities
Experience designing or delivering training, capacity-building programmes or knowledge-sharing initiatives related to innovation and intellectual property
Experience with Horizon Europe, EIC, EIT, national innovation programmes or publicly funded research initiatives and SME funds
Familiarity with licensing negotiations, IP portfolio management or patent valuation methodologies
Ability to communicate clearly with diverse audiences
Experience co-ordinating collaborative projects or initiatives
Ability to maintain positive working relationships with a variety of stakeholders, using diplomacy and promoting mutual understanding
Collaborative approach and ability to work effectively across teams, departments and sites
Diploma of completed studies at master's level or, in exceptional cases, equivalent professional experience
Excellent knowledge (at least C1) of one official language (English, French or German) and ability to understand the other two; alternatively, excellent knowledge (at least C1) of at least one official language with willingness to learn missing language(s) and reach B2 within a set timeframe
Citizenship of one of the member states of the European Patent Organisation
Updated CV and motivation statement required for application

Benefits

Comp & perks

A competitive salary
Family-friendly benefits
A good work-life balance
Generous flexibility options
Relocation benefits and various allowances
Contributory medical insurance and pension schemes
30 days' leave per year
Free gym access
Social activities and clubs