IP Officer

KU Leuven Research & Development (LRD) is a team of 150 dedicated professionals who support researchers in transforming their innovative ideas and technologies into impactful products and services. For several consecutive years, KU Leuven was named the most innovative university in Europe by Reuters. LRD plays a key role in this success by bridging the gap between leading academic research and society, particularly the business world.

Through knowledge and technology transfer, LRD strengthens the societal and economic impact of scientific breakthroughs at regional, national, and international levels. With extensive expertise in collaboration agreements, patent and licensing protection and management, the creation and support of spin-off companies, and regional innovation initiatives, LRD guides researchers throughout the entire valorization journey. Its goal is to maximize the societal and economic potential of research.

Within LRD, the Intellectual Property Department supports resea…

You hold a Master's degree in engineering sciences, computer science, exact sciences or a related field. A PhD is considered an asset, particularly because of the experience gained with scientific research in a university setting; You have knowledge of and/or affinity with ICT and software, particularly with respect to intellectual property aspects; You have relevant professional experience in intellectual property, for example in industry, a technology transfer environment, or a patent firm; You have a solid knowledge of intellectual property law and a basic knowledge of contract law; You hav…

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An engaging and challenging position with a focus on continuous innovation and development in a multidisciplinary and international environment; Full-time employment is preferred (80% employment is negotiable), with a permanent contract; Relevant training and development opportunities, with room for professional growth; A competitive and attractive salary package, supplemented by various benefits associated with e…