Job Description

Faculty
Department
Cape Peninsula University of Technology -> Industry Linkages -> Industry Linkages Admin
Campus/ Location
Bellville Campus - Bellville, Cape Town, WC ZA (Primary)

Job Type
Contract
Occupational Function
Support / Admin
Number of Positions
1
Annual Salary Package (incl. Medical Aid rate based on principal member only)
To be confirmed
Advert Closing Date
7/9/2025
Job Purpose
The purpose of the IP Officer role is to support the effective identification, protection, and management of intellectual property generated through publicly funded research at CPUT. The incumbent will coordinate the disclosure process, maintain accurate IP records, assist in IP protection filings, and ensure compliance with institutional policies and national legislation such as the IPR Act (51 of 2008). As a key operational role within the TTO, the IP Officer facilitates engagement between researchers, legal advisors, and external service providers, contributing to the efficient translation of research outputs into valuable intellectual assets that advance innovation, commercialisation, and socio-economic impact.


Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Bachelor's Degree in Science, Law, Engineering, or related field (NQF 8). Paralegal certification or IP management training advantageous. 1-3 years experience in an IP, legal, research support, or TTO environment. Key Performance Areas / Principal Accountabilities
Coordinate and Assess Intellectual Property (IP) Disclosures Support IP Protection and Portfolio Management Facilitate Stakeholder Engagement and Attorney Liaison Contribute to Governance, Compliance, and Reporting Enable Commercialisation and Transaction Support Drive IP Awareness, Training and Operational Flexibility Competencies
Administrative accuracy Client service orientation Time management Basic IP knowledge Analytical thinking Attention to detail Process coordination Deadline management ICT literacy Data integrity Calendar discipline Risk awareness Professional communication Relationship management Task follow-through Financial tracking Regulatory awareness Reporting skills Policy awareness Regulatory compliance + Audit readiness + Institutional process knowledge + Transaction support Legal document handling Policy interpretation Confidentiality Stakeholder guidance Presentation preparation Event coordination Adaptability Initiative Team collaboration Commitment to service General Information

Closing date

: 07 Setember 2025

For enquiries and assistance with your on-line application, please contact Ms Viwe Lalela, Human Capital Department on

lalelav@cput.ac.za or 021 460 3351


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THUS IMPORTANT THAT APPLICANTS COMPLETE ALL SECTIONS COMPREHENSIVELY AS FAILURE

TO DO SO MIGHT DISADVANTAGE YOU. PLEASE UPDATE YOUR APPLICATION ON THE SYSTEM WITH

THE LATEST INFORMATION AS THIS WILL BE THE ONLY CRITERIA USED FOR EVALUATION OF

YOUR APPLICATION BY OUR PANEL.


The Cape Peninsula University of Technology is committed to Employment Equity and aims to attract and retain talented individuals to achieve our equity objectives and therefore, people from the designated groups, including those with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to applicants whose appointment contributes towards the achievement of demographic representation. We reserve the right not to make an appointment.