Technology transfer coordinator (MCBO-2_ 3/2025)

The International Centre for Translational Eye Research is looking for a competent, proactive, and well-organised individual for the position of Technology Transfer Coordinator. The person in this role will serve as a key liaison between ICTER researchers and external partners from the business and innovation ecosystems, supporting the commercialisation of research outcomes and building bridges between science and industry. This position will involve working on prestigious projects carried out at ICTER, including the International Research Agenda and the newly established Centre of Excellence for Translational Research and Innovation in Ophthalmology, funded under the Horizon Europe – Teaming for Excellence program. These initiatives aim to drive the development of breakthrough diagnostic and therapeutic solutions in ophthalmology with the potential to transform vision care standards on a global scale.

Key responsibilities include:

1. Intellectual Property Management

• Developing and implementing technology transfer and commercialisation strategies for scientific research results generated within the MAB_FENG project.
• Identifying R&D results with commercialisation potential and supporting research teams in the protection and commercialisation process.
• Coordinating the intellectual property protection process (e.g., patent applications, know-how management, licensing agreements).
• Maintaining IP and technology transfer documentation in accordance with applicable regulations and EU project standards.
• Collaborating with the Technology Transfer Office at the Institute of Physical Chemistry of the Polish Academy of Sciences (IChF PAN) and external partners (industry, business, investors).

2. Licensing and Commercialisation

• Negotiating and concluding licensing and commercialisation agreements with companies, investors, or startups.

3. Collaboration and Advisory Support

• Educating research teams on IP principles, invention disclosures, and licensing opportunities.
• Facilitating communication between scientists and industry – supporting the execution of Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), Material Transfer Agreements (MTAs), and similar contracts.
• Collaborating with incubators and accelerators to support the commercialisation process.

4. Partnership Development and Technology Promotion

• Building relationships with industry partners, investors, and funding institutions.
• Promoting technologies – presenting at trade fairs, conferences, and in industry media.

5. Administration and Reporting

• Monitoring the outcomes of commercialisation activities and reporting to funding agencies, academic institutions, or project partners.
• Ensuring compliance with applicable legal regulations and ICTER policies

Our Requirements

• Ph.D. degree in Physics, Optics, Biophysics, Engineering, or a related field.
• Or Minimum 3 years of professional experience in innovation and technology management in industry, including R&D projects, product development, or collaboration with research institutions.
• Solid knowledge of intellectual property law and practical experience in technology commercialisation (licensing, spin-offs, IP rights sales).
• Excellent command of English (minimum C1), proactive approach, and ability to work under time pressure.

Welcomed:

• Experience in industrial R&D and bringing research results to the market.
• Familiarity with science–business collaboration structures.
• Experience in drafting and analysing commercialisation agreements.
•  Polish language (minimum B2)

Why ICTER?

• Full-time employment under an employment contract.
• Attractive salary – 12 000 PLN gross per month.
• A dynamic and interdisciplinary work environment within an international research team.
• A real impact on the development of innovative medical technologies in the field of ophthalmology.
• Flexible working hours and a friendly atmosphere.
• On-site work at a modern office located in the centre of Warsaw, close to the metro station.

Required documents:

• CV (including a list of projects/publications)
• Cover letter
• Copy of diploma of higher education

Please submit the following documents to: icter_jobs@ichf.edu.pl

Kindly specify in the application topic: MCBO-2 3/2025

Application deadline: 10/10/2025

Successful candidates fulfilling the selection criteria and qualifications will be invited for an interview  (which will most likely take place on 14-23.10.2025). The competition results shall be announced by November 30, 2025.

The competition may be extended until a suitable candidate who fulfils all requirements is found

The International Centre for Translational Eye Research (Institute of Physical Chemistry PAS) is committed to employment equality (esp European Charter for Researchers and the Code of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers) and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates fulfilling the requirements specified in this announcement.

Work Location:

Company/Institute: International Centre for Translational Eye Research (Institute of Physical Chemistry, Polish Academy of Sciences), Warsaw, Poland

The International Centre for Translational Eye Research (Institute of Physical Chemistry PAS) is committed to employment equality (esp. European Charter for Researchers and the Code of Conduct for the 31 October 2024.

The International Centre for Translational Eye Research (Institute of Physical Chemistry PAS) is committed to employment equality (esp. European Charter for Researchers and the Code of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers) and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates fulfilling the requirements specified in this announcement.

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Update:

The competition has now ended, and the vacancy has been filled: