Nano4Rare project – Business Development and Exploitation Specialist position

Updated: 3 months ago
Job Type: PartTime
Deadline: 01 Apr 2024

6 Feb 2024
Job Information
Organisation/Company

Institute of Materials Science of Barcelona (ICMAB-CSIC)
Department

Direction
Research Field

Chemistry » Molecular chemistry
Chemistry » Biochemistry
Communication sciences » Business communication
Pharmacological sciences » Pharmacy
Researcher Profile

Established Researcher (R3)
Country

Spain
Application Deadline

1 Apr 2024 - 12:00 (Europe/Madrid)
Type of Contract

Temporary
Job Status

Part-time
Hours Per Week

20
Offer Starting Date

15 Mar 2024
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

HE / EIC
Reference Number

101136772
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

Yes

Offer Description
The candidate will work in the Nano4Rare project (Preclinical development of a nanomedicine candidate for Fabry rare disease treatment to enter clinical phase), funded by the Strategic EIC Transition Challenges program from European Innovation Council.
As a Business Development and Exploitation Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in advancing our project towards clinical phases and market entry.
We are seeking a candidate with a scientific and business/entrepreneurship/innovation background (MSc). The ideal candidate should demonstrate expertise in entrepreneurship, business management, economics, and scientific research.
· Collaborate in the creation of a comprehensive business plan, focusing on exploitation strategies.
· Identify market opportunities, evaluate competitors, and ensure effective protection of Intellectual Property (IP).
· Contribute to the establishment of a spin-off to attract investors and facilitate the transition to the clinical phase of a nanomedicine.
· Coordinate licensee agreements between the new spin-off and patent owners of the nanomedicine.
· Attracting Investors:Identify and source investment opportunities by reaching out to private investors and venture capital companies.
· Present investment opportunities through various channels, including direct mailings, meetings, formal presentations, and business acceleration services.
· Exploitation Strategy Development: Conduct a study of market frameworks and assess competitive trends to define the optimal strategy for product exploitation.
· Application for Funding Opportunities: Analyze funding strategies, including European and national funding calls, to secure funding for the clinical validation of the product. Explore opportunities, particularly the EIC-Accelerator, to support the clinical phase of the project.
 

Requirements
Research Field
Chemistry » Molecular chemistry
Education Level
Master Degree or equivalent

Research Field
Chemistry » Biochemistry
Education Level
Master Degree or equivalent

Research Field
Communication sciences » Business communication
Education Level
Master Degree or equivalent

Research Field
Pharmacological sciences » Pharmacy
Education Level
Master Degree or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications

University Degree in Chemistry, Pharmacy, Materials Science, Biomedicine, or a related field is required.

Others:
· Organized person, proactive, and with good predisposition to teamwork.
· Strong organizational, communication, and coordination skills.
· Ability to adapt to a flexible and changing R&D environment.
· Ability to work independently.
· Basic English and computer skills at user level.


Specific Requirements

Other requirements:

· Strong background and understanding of scientific research.
· Demonstrated expertise in business development, entrepreneurship, and innovation in the health area.
· Ability to navigate the intersection of scientific research and business strategies.


Languages
ENGLISH
Level
Basic

Languages
SPANISH
Level
Good

Research Field
Chemistry » Molecular chemistryChemistry » BiochemistryCommunication sciences » Business communicationPharmacological sciences » Pharmacy
Years of Research Experience
4 - 10

Additional Information
Benefits
· The contract will be part time.
· Gross annual salary according to agreement.
· Start of contract: as soon as possible.

Eligibility criteria
· Educational background: University Degree in Chemistry, Pharmacy, Materials Science, Biomedicine, or a related field.
· Strong background and understanding of scientific research.
· Demonstrated expertise in business development, entrepreneurship, and innovation in the health area.
· Ability to navigate the intersection of scientific research and business strategies.

Selection process
How to apply: Send the following application documents to [email protected] :
- Curriculum (CV)
- Motivation letter
- Statement of the applicant's experience
- List of references with contact details

Additional comments

About ICMAB:

ICMAB is one of the world’s leading institutes in Materials Science research, located at Campus UAB, very close to Barcelona. One of the main ICMAB’s strategic objectives and missions is to make an impact in the field of new materials for applications in energy, electronics and health.
ICMAB provides facilities, state-of-the-art equipment and most importantly, excellent scientists and professionals, to assure you a rewarding environment. In the last years, we have grown up to build up a team devoted to project managing, technology transfer, innovation, communication, maintenance, technical services and administration, to team up with the researchers for the advancement of science.
The diversity of our people and the interdisciplinary research fields related to Materials Science ensures an enriching and inspiring working environment. If you are an enthusiastic and highly motivated person and would like to work in a multidisciplinary and multicultural environment, join us!

About Nanomol:

NANOMOL has extensive experience and recognized excellence in the synthesis, processing, and study of molecular and polymeric materials with chemical, electronic, magnetic, and biomedical properties. We continuously generate new knowledge in our basic and applied research projects on the micro and nanostructure of molecular materials. We offer this knowledge to improve the properties of products manufactured in different sectors, such as chemical, pharmaceutical, and electronic, thus contributing to increase their added value. As a department, we actively participate in the implementation of nanotechnology and sustainable and economically efficient technologies for the preparation of advanced functional molecular materials. NANOMOL is a member of the Biomedical Research Network (CIBER) in the area of Bioengineering, Biomaterials, and Nanomedicine (CIBER-BNN); and is awarded with the TECNIO seal, which is given to Catalan research groups with high innovative and technology transfer capabilities. We belong to the Institute of Materials Science of Barcelona (www.icmab.es ), a CSIC research institute. Our facilities are located on the campus of the UAB (Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona).

 


Work Location(s)
Number of offers available
1
Company/Institute
Institute of Materials Science of Barcelona (ICMAB-CSIC)
Country
Spain
State/Province
Catalunya (Barcelona)
City
Bellaterra
Postal Code
08193
Street
Til·lers, s/n, Campus Bellaterra

Where to apply
E-mail

[email protected]

Contact
State/Province

Catalunya/Barcelona
City

Bellaterra
Website

http://www.icmab.es
Street

Til·lers, s/n, Campus Bellaterra
Postal Code

08193
E-Mail

[email protected]

STATUS: EXPIRED

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