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  • Posted: Jul 20, 2020
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  • The University of Cape Coast was established in October, 1962 as a University College and placed in a special relationship with the University of Ghana, Legon. On October 1, 1971, the College attained the status of a full and independent University, with the authority to confer its own degrees, diplomas and certificates by an Act of Parliament - The Unive...
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    Research Fellow – Industry, Innovation, Outreach

    • 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

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    Method of Application

    How To Apply For The Job

    Interested applicants who meet the above criteria should please submit completed application forms (obtainable from the University website: Senior Members Application Form – Teaching or Office of the Director, Directorate of Human Resource, University of Cape Coast) and comprehensive curriculum vitae, together with relevant supporting documents to:

    The Registrar
    University of Cape Coast
    Cape Coast
    Ghana

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