Intellectual Property Research Analyst
Intellectual Property Research Analyst
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Job Description
The Opportunity
- Shape and manage the disclosure pipeline to support commercialisation of cutting-edge research
- $100354-$107054 (rising to $103866 - $110801 from July 2025) plus 17% super
- Full-time (35 hours week) 2-year fixed term contract
The IP Research Analyst supports the Industry and Innovation team by providing insights through IP data analysis managing the disclosure pipeline and conducting patent searches to inform commercialisation decisions. The role ensures the integrity and usefulness of IP-related data to guide IP strategy formulation supports the early assessment of invention disclosures and delivers prior art and landscape analysis to strengthen IP filings and identify commercial opportunities.
The role report to Commercialisation Operations Manager and has no direct reports.
The Organisation
UNSW isnt like other places youve worked. Yes were a large organisation with a diverse and talented community; a community doing extraordinary things. But what makes us different isnt only what we do its how we do it. Together we are driven to be thoughtful practical and purposeful in all we do. If you want a career where you can thrive be challenged and do meaningful work youre in the right place.
Benefits and Culture:
UNSW offer a competitive salary and access to UNSW benefits including:
- Hybrid/Flexible working
- Additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas Period
- Access to lifelong learning and career development
- Progressive HR practices
- Discounts and entitlements
- Affordable on-campus parking
Who you are
You have a degree in a relevant discipline such as STEM (e.g. Life Sciences Engineering Chemistry) Business or Technology Management that supports commercial analysis or strategic reporting in a research or IP context and can demonstrate the following Skills and Experience:
- Experience in a university TTO Patent Office or R&D environment.
- Patent search tools and databases (e.g. Espacenet Derwent).
- Strong Excel skills and familiarity with reporting/dashboard tools (e.g. Power BI).
- IP management systems (e.g. Sophia Inteum) and CRM platforms.
- Attention to detail and experience in data management or systems administration.
- Knowledge of commercialisation processes and innovation lifecycle (e.g. invention disclosure patent filing licensing).
- An understanding of and commitment to UNSWs aims objectives and values in action together with relevant policies and guidelines.
- Knowledge of health & safety (psychosocial and physical) responsibilities
To apply: If supporting the commercialisation of cutting-edge research is of interest to you submit your CV Cover Letter including responses to Skills and Experience nominated in the Position Description via the APPLY button.
Contact: Shiree Thomas Talent Acquisition Consultant e:
Applications close: 11.55pm Wednesday 11th June 2025
UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds those living with disabilities members of the LGBTIQ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.
The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
