Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced persons for the following post:
RESEARCH AND INNOVATION OFFICE POST A: MARKETING OFFICER
Duties and Responsibilities
-Establishing and maintaining productive relationships with MSU’s academic and research community to stimulate awareness of intellectual property issues and commercial opportunities, and to encourage an innovative and entrepreneurial culture within MSU. -Engaging directly and proactively with academic departments to identify MSU’s intellectual property with potential for commercial exploitation. -Assessing the commercial potential of MSU intellectual property based on uniqueness and market potential. -Conducting market surveys, pilot testing of products and services. -Identifying potential industry partners for specific commercialisation opportunities. -Engaging in technology licensing and new venture formation processes. -Carry out any other duties as assigned.
NB: Midlands State University is an equal opportunities employer. In the interest of promoting gender parity, female candidates are encouraged to apply.
Qualifications and Experience
-A Bachelors degree in Marketing -At least three (3) years of working experience in a research and development environment. -The candidate must possess good leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills at all levels within and outside the University.
How to Apply
Applicants must submit copies of applications with the following: application letter, certified certificates and curriculum vitae giving full details of names, place and date of birth, experience, present salary, date of availability, contact telephone number (s) and names and email addresses of three referees to:
The Deputy Registrar (Human Resource) Midlands State University [email protected]
Application documents must be in a single scan pdf format.
