Senior IPR Advisor
Research and Innovation Services at the University of Jyväskylä is looking for a Senior IPR Advisor from 2 January 2026 or as soon as possible after that. The position is in effect until further notice.
At the University of Jyväskylä, our excellence in research rests on a strong ethical basis, extensive methodological expertise, the ability to utilize networks, and significant scientific and societal impact. High-quality research services and research infrastructure support the implementation of national and international research projects and new innovative initiatives in multidisciplinary research.
Who we are looking for
We are seeking a motivated Senior IPR Advisor to help develop the university’s innovation activities and promote research-based entrepreneurship. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to strengthening the conditions for innovation and entrepreneurship within an academic community.
As a member of the Research and Innovation Services team, you will work closely with researchers, other university service professionals, and external stakeholders. The role focuses on activating and developing innovation activities, supporting the commercialisation of research results, building partnerships, and advancing the establishment of spinout companies. Key responsibilities also include identifying, protecting, and commercialising intellectual property (IP), as well as contributing to the preparation of Proof-of-Concept funding applications.
We are looking for a team player with initiative and sound judgement. The role requires vision for activating and developing innovation activities, as well as experience in identifying, protecting, and commercialising research-based business ideas and inventions. You should also have broad experience in stakeholder collaboration, technology transfer, service innovation development, and preparing funding applications related to research commercialisation (e.g. Business Finland).
Senior IPR Advisor is required to have
- A master’s degree
- Interest in broad development tasks
- Decision-making ability
- Excellent oral and written communication skills in Finnish and English
- Strong communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills
The following will be considered an advantage
- A doctoral degree
- Expertise in industrial property rights and contract law
- Experience in mentoring early-stage companies
- Experience in development-oriented roles
Benefits
At the University of Jyväskylä, you are a recognized member of our community with a unique opportunity to influence international research. We offer an interesting assignment where you will work alongside researchers from different disciplines in the international academic community. Our diverse staff training offers you the opportunity for continuous development of your own competence. We take care of your well-being by providing you with good occupational health services, sports services and benefits. You can spend two hours of your working time per week exercising. Flexible working hours and the possibility of partial remote work support the balance between work and leisure.
The salary for a Senior IPR Advisor is determined based on the task-specific demand level MV10-MV11 of the university salary system for other expert and support service staff. The salary range will be approximately 4400 - 5500 €/month (gross income), depending on the qualifications and experience of the candidate. A trial period of six months will be used at the beginning of the employment.
How to apply?
The application documents that should be included in PDF format:
- A Curriculum vitae (CV).
- Motivation letter (max 2 pages).
For further information, please contact Director of Research Services Leena Sivula leena.sivula@jyu.fi or by phone (tel. +358 40 805 5116) on October 21 from 14.00 to 15.00 and October 29 from 9.00 to 10.00.
Applicants are kindly asked to submit their applications using the online application form by October 30, 2025. Applications sent via emails are not considered. The interviews will be held on November 10, 2025.
Our application process is transparent and professional. We communicate openly with the applicants throughout the recruitment process. We value equality and diversity in our work community and encourage qualified applicants, regardless of background, to apply for this position.
A personal security clearance may be conducted on the selected candidate with their consent (Security Clearance Act 726/2014). More information about the security clearance process and the rights of the subject can be found here.
Research and Innovation Services
Research and Innovation Services (RIS) assists researchers in applying for external funding, supports the utilisation and commercialisation of research results, and develops the conditions for the University's research activities.
The University of Jyväskylä is a human-centred environment of 2,800 experts and 14,900 students. Our goal is to create wisdom and wellbeing for us all. It is essential that each member of the community thrives and has opportunities to develop and grow. We cherish openness of thinking as well as the balance between research and education. Our naturally beautiful campus is located at the heart of the city of Jyväskylä. JYU is the third largest employer in Central Finland.
Information for the applicant
The application form cannot be saved as a draft. However, after submitting you can return to edit your application via the link you receive by email. The application can be edited until the application deadline.
You have 6 hours to complete your application before the timeout.
