Program Associate II (Patent Officer)

About the Organization

IIT Gandhinagar is a public technical university in Gujarat known for its interdisciplinary approach, strong focus on research, and innovative educational programs. Established in 2008, the institute is located near the Sabarmati River in Palaj, Gandhinagar. Its modern campus includes sustainability efforts, a new supercomputing facility, and initiatives like the Center for Creative Learning which aims to revolutionize STEM education. 

Job Description

The Research and Development Office at IIT Gandhinagar invites candidates for the role of Program Associate II (Patent Officer) on contractual basis.

Job Responsibilities

• Facilitation and Support: Providing end-to-end assistance for patent filing, including priorart search, patentability assessment, drafting, documentation, and coordination with patent attorneys.
• Expedited Processing: Establishing a streamlined process and standardized workflow to ensure that potential inventions are evaluated and filed promptly.
• Awareness and Training: Organizing regular workshops, seminars, and awareness programs on intellectual property rights, patent procedures, and technology commercialization.
• Faculty Support: Assisting faculty in identifying patentable outcomes from sponsored research and consultancy projects and ensuring timely filing of invention disclosures.
• Database and Monitoring: Maintaining a comprehensive institutional database of filed and granted patents and tracking the progress of each application.

Education Qualification/Required Skills & Experience

• Master’s degree in Law or Science or Engineering or related discipline.
• At least 02 years of post-qualification experience in patent filing, IP management, or technology transfer in academic or R&D organizations.
• Qualification in Intellectual Property Law or Patent Agent Certification.
• Experience in drafting patent specifications and handling IP databases.
• Strong understanding of patent laws, filing procedures, and IPR policies.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and coordination skills.
• Ability to conduct patent searches and analyze patentability.
• Familiarity with innovation ecosystems and technology transfer processes

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