Gwanda State University is actively seeking qualified and experienced candidates for the following position, with a commitment to equal opportunities. Female candidates and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Duties and Responsibilities
-Facilitate the innovation process and contribute to the generation of new ideas. -Identify innovative ideas from internal and external sources (university, entrepreneurs, industry) to recognize Gwanda State University's intellectual property (IP) for potential commercial exploitation. -Identify strategies, business opportunities, and new technologies, and collaborate on developing capabilities, architectures, and business models to capitalize on these opportunities. -Draft and negotiate engineering-related licenses, collaboration agreements, inter-institutional agreements, and other contracts related to the commercial development of intellectual property with commercial partners and collaborating institutions.
Qualifications and Experience
-BSc Degree in Engineering and an MSc Degree in Engineering. -Proven experience in developing innovative products and a successful track record in multidisciplinary research, collaboration, and/or partnership management. -Experience in interacting with students, teaching, and learning. -Minimum of eight (8) publications or equivalent, such as patents/industrial designs.
How to Apply
Conditions of Service: Medical Aid, Leave, and Pension Benefits are provided. Details on salary and other benefits will be communicated to shortlisted candidates.
TO APPLY: Submit soft copies in a single continuous PDF file, including:
Application letter Certified copies of educational and professional certificates National identity card Birth certificate Curriculum vitae with full personal particulars, including full name, place and date of birth, qualifications, previous employment and experience, present salary, date of availability, telephone number, email address Names and addresses of three referees, including email addresses Submit applications to [email protected] or hand-deliver to:
The Deputy Registrar Human Resources Section Gwanda State University Epoch Mine Campus P O Box 30 Filabusi
Closing Date: January 7, 2024. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
