Applications are invited for appointment as Technical Officer/ Assistant Manager/ Manager (Intellectual Properties and Technology Transfer) (Ref.: H01/2025/0310) for managing the IP assets, technology transfer and other matters relating to the inventions of ABIC.

Job Description

• Collaborating with patent attorneys to prepare, file, and prosecute patent applications, managing patent portfolios, and ensuring timely renewals.
• Handling ABIC’s intellectual property assets, including patents, trademarks, datasets, copyrights, and trade secrets, and operating mechanisms for their protection and management.
• Facilitating the transfer of technology from research to commercial applications through licensing agreements, research contracts, joint-laboratory agreements, and other mechanisms.
• Compiling reports to university management teams, funding agencies and government departments.
• Writing, editing, reviewing and maintaining relevant legal documents.
• Keeping track of income generation, accounts receivables, and cost incurred relating to the use of ABIC’s IP assets, such as royalties, spin-off company equities, milestone payments, etc.
• Conducting due diligence in connection with transactions, and ensuring compliance with relevant policies, laws and regulations
• Providing training to ABIC members on IP-related matters
• Handling other relevant tasks as assigned by supervisor(s)
  
  
  

Skills And Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree or above in a relevant field, such as life science, medical engineering, or a related discipline
• Highly familiar with legal document handling, and excellent in professional business English writing
• A diploma/ professional certificate/ postgraduate qualification in intellectual property laws would be highly advantageous.
• A minimum of two years of experience in intellectual property management, technology transfer, or a related field, preferably within a university or research institution setting.
• Demonstrated experience in handling diverse IP portfolios, including patents, trademarks, copyrights, datasets, and trade secrets.
• Familiarity with relevant IP laws, regulations, government policies, and university best practices in Hong Kong and internationally.
• Proficiency in written and spoken English and Chinese is essential.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• May require collaborative working modes in different labs and physical locations
  
  
  

A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits.

Applicants should submit their up-to-date C.V., quoting the job reference number, with information on current/expected remuneration and availability, to [email protected]. Review of applications will commence as soon as possible and until the posts are filled.

The personal data provided in your application process will be used for recruitment and other employment-related purpose. The personal data may be transferred and disclosed to, and used by HKU Innovation Holdings Limited and The University of Hong Kong for the above purposes.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.