Research Fellow – Industry, Innovation, Outreach at University of Cape Coast

• The Directorate of Research, Innovation and Consultancy (DRIC) invites applications from suitably qualified persons with expertise in research administration for the following position: Research Fellow – Industry, Innovation, Outreach and Extension Services Administrator

Job Description – Key Duties and Responsibilities

•  Links industry with researchers and sets up funding mechanism
•  Identifies linkages of philanthropic individuals and agencies with UCC
•  Maintain links with industry payers and keep complete and accurate database on same
•  Seeks patent registration for works of innovation
•  Seeks linkages with industry to commercialize innovative research findings
•  Liaises with Faculties/schools to keep record of staff extension services, including identifying relevant areas of support in the community
•  Mobilises support for identified aras of need in the community through research or any other means
•  Prepares policy briefs for engagement with national policy makers
•  Handles business negotiations and teaming agreements with collaborators
•  Identifies, coordinates and compiles research business development and strategic research plans of faculty, staff and students

Qualification Required & Experience

•  Minimum of PhD/MPhil (Masters with thesis) in a relevant discipline
•  Additional qualification in Marketing, or Business Administration will be an advantage
•  Effective networking skills and connection with business and industry
•  Demonstrated understanding of intellectual property rights (patents, copyright and related rights)
•  Familiarity with the process of turning fresh ideas into great products and services
•  Effective client liaison and ability to build relationships
•  Good interdisciplinary working skills
•  Excellent client liaison and ability to build relationships
•  Good planning, organisational and administrative skills
•  Good IT skills and understanding of centralized database management system

Selection Criteria

• Qualified/shortlisted applicant will be:
•  Interacted with by DRIC
•  Interviewed by the University