Qureos Mentor

Hamad Bin Khalifa University

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 Job Purpose:
 
 
 
 To Initiate, manage, and monitor commercialization of Energy and Environment (E&amp;E) focused research outcomes through innovative commercialization models and mechanisms
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Result Areas:
 
 
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 Create, manage, and monitor University Energy &amp; Environment (E&amp;E) technology portfolio towards a commercial route to market.
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 Lead HBKU R&amp;D Corp. E&amp;E focused commercialization activities from initiation to completion.
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 Perform Innovation Readiness Level (IRL) Assessments regularly to develop systems and processes alongside colleagues, by which projects can be managed efficiently and effectively.
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 Identify commercialization opportunities and to determine optimal commercialization pathways for the University&rsquo;s E&amp;E focused intellectual outcomes.
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 Increase the number and/or quality of successful technology and knowledge transfer agreements via either licensing, service agreements, product creation and dissemination or spin-out company formation in partnership with the relevant OIIR Team.
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 Support preparation of internal commercialization strategy documents, policies, and procedures.
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 Prepare, review, assess, and manage research commercialization agreements.
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 Manage the commercial transactions and ensure compliance license obligations in collaboration with relevant OIIR Team member (s).
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 Participate where required in university-wide communications events to increase awareness, interest and demand for research commercialization, including staff development.
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 Drive standardization and continuous improvement of commercialization activities.
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 Produce appropriate real-time reports and data analyses.
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 Represent the OIIR on appropriate groups, committees or bodies that may be constituted from time to time.
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 Build and maintain effective relationships with HBKU members.
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 Identify and promote external funding opportunities for commercialization activities in collaboration with relevant OIIR Team member (s).
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 Facilitate and develop commercialization partnerships with key national, regional, and international industries, government, and research entities.
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 Provide advice and guidance to OIIR ED on research activities that are potential external investment or commercialization opportunities.
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 Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, University policies and procedures in respect of intellectual property, patents, licensing, and commercialization activities.
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 Minimum Knowledge, Skills &amp; Experience:
 
 
 
 
 
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 Bachelor's degree in law, business, economics or relevant engineering and 8-10 years of relevant full-time work experience, 3- of which at a supervisory level. Postgraduate degree is an advantage.
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 Experience in energy and environment focused idea/product/technology commercialization, business development, and technology &amp; knowledge transfer.
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 Strong knowledge and experience in innovation ecosystem within and beyond Academia.
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 Excellent knowledge of funding and investment processes for new technologies
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 In-depth knowledge of market dynamics, regulatory requirements, and industry trends in Energy and Environment sector
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 Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with proven ability to develop and maintain effective business relationships
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 Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with proven ability to develop and maintain effective business relationships
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 Proven track record of successfully bringing Energy and Environment research or technologies to market
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 Excellent writing skills with the ability to draft and edit a variety of written reports and communications and to articulate ideas clearly and concisely; Arabic proficiency is an advantage.
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Research Commercialization Manager

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 Job Purpose:
 
 
 
 To support the development, implementation and maintenance of an effective risk and compliance function employing both operational and technical knowledge of risk and compliance management systems in accordance with HBKU's overall strategic direction and vision.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Result Areas:
 
 
 
 ► Develop and implement HBKU's compliance program based on best practice, review of major policy, procedures and frameworks pertaining to risk and compliance management, implementation and maintenance of the risk and compliance frameworks across HBKU whilst liaising with internal and external stakeholders.
 
 
 ► Implement strategies, programs, policies and procedures and solutions across HBKU to control compliance risks, improve operational efficiencies and ensure compliance with the relevant standards and regulations through the provision of consistent and targeted evidence-based strategic advice to stakeholders.
 
 
 ► Manage and coordinate compliance risk monitoring, assessments and reporting (including breaches and incidents). This includes conducting initial compliance risk assessments, which will include identifying emerging compliance risks impacting the HBKU.
 
 
 ► Serve as the primary liaison/focal point between the Risk Management Department and key support functions such as Procurement, Human Resources, Finance, and other internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment and effective collaboration on risk-related and administrative matters.
 
 
 ► Using comprehensive knowledge of related operations, work in conjunction with the Risk and Compliance Manager to develop, maintain and review synergies between HBKU's compliance management program, the internal audit program and the risk management program including responsibility for software functionality (managing and maintaining the program).
 
 
 ► Prepare and provide comprehensive, timely and accurate reports to the Risk and Compliance Manager, Director of Risk and Compliance Management, and the Board and its standing committees (namely the Audit Committee), which enable management and the Board to fulfil their risk and compliance obligations.
 
 
 ► Implement awareness and knowledge of compliance management in HBKU through creating awareness, training, communications and responding to staff queries in a timely manner.
 
 
 ► Assist the Risk and Compliance Manager through the provision of specialized and expert advice as the point of contact for compliance management.
 
 
 ► Serve as a primary contact for all queries on the Risk and Compliance Department software solution. This also includes ensuring the effective functionality, management, and upkeep of the software.
 
 
 ► Engage with internal and external stakeholders and build relationships with people at all levels across business areas and external organizations to effectively communicate and implement organization wide change.
 
 
 ► Contribute to the implementation of the integrity framework including participating in the investigation process as required for whistleblower and fraud and corruption allegations.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Minimum Skills:
 
 
 
 ► Bachelor's degree in Risk Management, Compliance, Business Management or other relevant related field is Required.
 
 
 ► Minimum 6 -8 years of Risk Management, Compliance, and/or Crisis Management experience.
 
 
 ► Legal background is preferred.
 
 
 ► Working knowledge of the regulatory standards of the State of Qatar.
 
 
 ► Hands-on experience and thorough understanding of policies and best practices of Compliance, Budget preparation, presentation, control, and monitoring.
 
 
 ► In-depth knowledge of Risk and Compliance software systems
 
 
 ► Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and presentation skills; training experience preferred.
 
 
 ► Excellent analytical, planning, and time management skills.
 
 
 ► Excellent writing skills with the ability to draft and edit a variety of written reports and communications and to articulate ideas clearly and concisely; Arabic proficiency is an advantage.
 
 
 
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Research Commercialization Manager

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