.CIC energiGUNE is a research center specialized in energy, electrochemical storage (batteries and supercapacitors), thermal energy solutions and hydrogen, a member of the Basque Research and Technology Alliance- BRTA, and, a strategic initiative of the Basque Government. CIC energiGUNE was created in 2011 to generate excellent knowledge and at the same time useful for the Basque business network, being a reference in knowledge transfer.CIC energiGUNE has a dynamic research team of more than 100 researchers and is extremely well equipped with a wide range of up-to-date facilities that are fully available for all its researchers. Also, the European Commission has recently awarded CIC energiGUNE with the ´HR Excellence in Research ´ which reflects its commitment to achieving fair and transparent recruitment and appraisal procedures and certifies the existence of a stimulating and favorable work environment for researchers in the institution.CIC energiGUNE is looking for a person to be Intellectual Property Manager. This person will report to the General Management of the Center and will coordinate closely with the rest of the Management Committee, including the scientific and technological areas.Job functions:Analysis of existing patent reports in order to make strategic decisions in the different scientific-technological areas of the center.Analysis of the different IP protection formulas arising from the results management process and taking into account the center's strategy.Preparation of patentability reports on ideas generated in the three scientific-technological areas, taking into account strategic aspects of the center.Technological surveillance at patent level in the scientific-technological areas and drafting of reports.Review of contractual clauses for the protection and transfer of technology.Implementation of a cross-cutting strategy for better protection of the center's intellectual property assets.Deployment of an intellectual property analysis and reporting system to feed the different directions and areas of the center, as well as to execute follow-up.WHAT WE OFFER:We offer a permanent contract with ample opportunities for professional development.In addition to the attractiveness of the project, CIC energiGUNE offers a competitive salary and the integration in a young, enthusiastic, international, multicultural and multidisciplinary team.Flexible working hours and with on-site work model with the option to eventually telework.Professional and personal development: opportunity to attend seminars, international conferences, training courses, etc.A welcome program that offers help with finding accommodation and addresses other aspects to help you integrate into the local environment (such as free language courses, assistance with the administrative procedures, help with schools for children...).All applicants are invited to submit their applications including a detailed curriculum and a cover letter at this website
