Industry: Scientific, Research & Development Job category: RandD, Science and Scientific Research Location: Randburg Contract: Fixed Term Contract Remuneration: Market Related EE position: Yes Introduction Mintek has an exciting career opportunity for a Senior Commercialisationa Leader. The Mintek Office of Technology Transfer operates as a function under the RDI Operational Services. The Senior Commercialisation Leader is responsible for driving the commercialisation of Mintek's IP portfolio. KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS: The Senior Commercialisation Leader is responsible for: Leadership Advise researchers and Mintek staff on IP-related matters.Undertake due diligence (Technical, Market and Financial) of the IP portfolioProvide leadership in market research and identification of potential commercialisation partners.Identify suitable commercialisation routes for Mintek IP and technology.Lead commercialisation efforts for strategic Mintek programmesProvide strategic inputs in the drafting of the annual MOTT business planIdentify strategic technologies for the minerals industry.Manage a portfolio of products, services and technologiesParticipate in the drafting and implementation of Mintek's commercialisation framework.Align funding opportunities with strategic priorities.Recommend areas of future Research and Innovation within the minerals sectorWork with business development staff to identify market gaps and increase Mintek's business footprint.Recommend appropriate further technology development activities to de-risk technologies, undertake market research and other commercially-oriented activities related to driving innovation.Provide input into budgeting exercises for the Mintek IP portfolio.Assist the Head in preparing financial reports for NIPMO and Mintek Exco.Set up clear Commercialisation revenue targets.Identify funding sources for seed funding and commercialisation activities.Provide inputs into the investment decisions of RDI programmes.Support venture creation and nurture commercialisation opportunities until financial independence.Work with Mintek innovators and other stakeholders to develop funding proposals for development and commercialisation of innovationsDevelop business plans and financial models, draft shareholder agreements and/or investment agreements etc. for spinout companies. Engage a broad range of stakeholders, including investors, commercial partners, external entrepreneurs, incubators etc. to identify commercialisation opportunities. People and planning Organise presentations and other engagement sessions on IP and commercialisation mattersProvide IP training to Mintek staffEnsure stakeholder liaison and engagement across all divisionsProvide advocacy and awareness of Mintek's IP and technologies externallyAssess due diligence reports from junior staff members and provide recommendationsMatch skills, experience, capacity, and resources to opportunities Compliance management Draft, negotiate, and review IP licenses and agreementsBecome an integral member of Mintek's IP steering committeeManage compliance and regulatory aspects of Mintek's IP portfolioRisk profiling and mitigation activities for commercialisation projectsAdhere to all Mintek's policies and ethics Relationship management and reporting Stakeholder engagement, including the development of relationships with new stakeholders, stakeholder management and satisfaction for both internal and external stakeholdersAssist in maintaining responsive and supportive communication with all constituentsReport, or provide information on all commercialisation activitiesLead co-development and co-funding initiativesPrepare commercialisation reports to Exco and/or Members of the Board QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE: Masters degree in science / engineeringBusiness qualification (MBA qualification would be an advantage)Ideal: Registered Technology Transfer Professional (RTTP)#J-18808-Ljbffr
