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    Knowledge Transfer Officer - Geneva, Schweiz - CERN

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    Job Description

    Introduction

    Are you enthusiastic about the development of quantum technologies? Are you interested in connecting CERN's scientific research with industrial opportunities? Would you be passionate about fostering the application of CERN's know-how to societal applications? Take part and contribute to promoting innovation, collaboration and technology transfer in quantum technologies, in alignment with CERN's research and expertise.

    You will join the , which is in charge of identifying and realizing opportunities for CERN's know-how to be applied in fields other than particle physics. We aim to maximize the impact of CERN technologies and expertise on society, in particular through industry.

    Within the Business Development & Entrepreneurship Section, you will initiate and manage technology partnerships with industrial and, in some cases, non-commercial entities. As an expert in engaging industry and building multidisciplinary projects, your activities are an integral part of CERN's flagship programme exploring synergies between particle physics and quantum technologies.

    You will also contribute to other activities of the group, including the management of a technology portfolio, and taking responsibility for key accounts.

    Functions

    As Knowledge Transfer Officer in the Business Development & Entrepreneurship Section you will:

  • Scout CERN Departments to identify know-how and technologies with potential to be applied beyond particle physics, in particular in quantum technologies;
  • Assess the potential societal impact of technologies and propose the most appropriate dissemination strategies;
  • Promote CERN's technologies to external partners from both Member and Associate Member States, as well as beyond;
  • Contribute to the development of new communication and marketing initiatives (such as promotional events, interdisciplinary workshops, etc.);
  • Build strong relationships with stakeholders, including industry, academia and CERN spin-off companies, leading to technical and contractual relationships;
  • Structure, negotiate and follow up knowledge transfer agreements (collaborative R&D, licences, etc.).
  • Qualifications

    Master's degree or equivalent relevant experience in the field of CERN's technical domains or in quantum technologies. or a related field.

    Experience:

    Required experience in the following:

  • Business development and creation of industrial partnerships in high tech environments;
  • Innovation management in industry, involving complex technology partnerships, such as collaborative R&D, consultancy, technology licensing, and/or open innovation;
  • Managing projects with many stakeholders internally and externally;
  • Contract negotiation.
  • Desirable experience in the following:

  • Experience working in scientific institutes;
  • Experience or familiarity with the quantum technologies market.
  • Technical competencies:

  • Intellectual Property Management: identifying and managing the Organization's intellectual property assets, due diligence analysis, knowledge of IP concepts;
  • Knowledge and technology promotion, marketing and commercialization
  • Knowledge transfer processes and tools: scouting and identifying new opportunities for transfers, managing projects funded by third parties or internal funding, legal tools (NDA, licence, collaboration), financial follow-up;
  • Managing industry partnerships: managing and following up with industrial contacts, establishment of strategic partnerships for knowledge transfer.
  • Behavioural competencies:

  • Communicating effectively: expressing opinions, ideas and suggestions with conviction and in a logical/structured manner; keeping to the point; ensuring that information, procedures and decisions are appropriately documented.
  • Demonstrating flexibility: adapting quickly and resourcefully to shifting priorities and requirements; readily absorbing new techniques and working practices; proposing new or improved ways of working.
  • Managing self: working well autonomously; taking on activities and tasks without prompting; taking initiative beyond regular tasks and making things happen.
  • Learning and sharing knowledge: sharing knowledge and expertise freely and willingly with others; coaching others to ensure knowledge transfer.
  • Working in teams: building and maintaining constructive and effective work relationships; gaining trust and collaboration from others.
  • Language skills:

  • Fluent English: ability to understand and speak English in professional contexts as well as the ability to draft texts for publications and/or official communications and to make oral presentations.
  • The knowledge of the French language or the willingness to acquire this rapidly would be an advantage.
  • The knowledge of additional Member or Associate Member State languages would be an advantage.
  • Additional Information

    Eligibility and closing date:

    has been an integral part of CERN's mission since its foundation and is an established value of the Organization. Employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We welcome applications from all .

    This vacancy will be filled as soon as possible, and applications should normally reach us no later than at 23:59 CEST.



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