Senior Manager; P6; Division Research Development & Support: Technology Transfer Office

Senior Manager (P6) (Division for Research Development & Support: Technology Transfer Office)

Apply by: 20 February 2026

Job category: Education and Training

Campus: Auckland Park Kingsway Campus

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: EE

Level: Management

The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is a vibrant and cosmopolitan institution, guided by its bold UJ Strategy 2035, which emphasises Societal Impact and Sustainability, Global Footprint and Partnerships, and Technology for the Future. Committed to transformative change, UJ’s mission is “To transform and serve humanity through innovation and the collective and collaborative pursuit of knowledge.” The University is guided by the vision of building “An international university of choice, anchored in Africa and the global south, dynamically shaping a sustainable future”.

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Reporting to the Director:
Technology Transfer Office, the Senior Manager is responsible for taking a lead role in the provision of specialist, high-level financial and commercial analysis and insights to support strategic, regulatory, business development, innovation, and other investment opportunities of the TTO.

The Senior Manager is responsible for the provision of comprehensive strategic advice and recommendations to the Director:
Technology Transfer Office relating to emerging innovations, corporate development, and corporate planning opportunities primarily in the commercial technology sector.

Planning, executing, and evaluating projects according to predetermined timelines and budgets.

Responsibilities:

• Contribute to the overall end-to-end management of the Technology Transfer Office business to meet Council objectives.
• Continuously improve the performance of the TTO in portfolio management
• Deliver on sustainable financial targets towards the performance of the TTO, and deliver satisfactory return on the commercialization of IP.
• Assess the requirements associated with the IP portfolio of the University, project, and determine the best project strategy with due regard for complexity, effectiveness, efficiency, cost, and risk factor.
• Conduct full business due diligence comprising business analysis, market and competitor analysis, technical analysis, and financial analysis with the ultimate objective of establishing investment risks, negotiating licenses, structuring deals, and planning exits from investments.
• Responsible for the development of business cases for new business opportunities, including the provision of commercial and financial input and presentation to stakeholders.
• Responsible for the preparation of financial models, sensitivity analysis, and scenario modelling, including interpretation of statistical, financial, and accounting information to assist in the evaluation of strategic options, commercial development, and investment decisions.
• A relevant Postgraduate qualification, minimum of a Master’s Degree (NQF Level
  9), coupled with a technical background in SET (Science, Engineering or Technology).
• Degree in Business Management, Commerce, or Accounting. A Business Management qualification, such as an MBA or MBL, will be an added advantage.
• A minimum of three (3) years’ experience in managing a portfolio of technology development projects.
• A minimum of seven (7) to ten (10) years’ experience in the commercialization of Intellectual Property (IP).
• Demonstrable ability in due diligence and deal structuring.
• Strong project management skills and risk analysis.
• The ability to interpret market reports and develop market penetration strategies.
• Appropriate knowledge of IP matters.
• Risk management:
  
  experienced in the identification, assessment, and management of project risks.
• Capable of training, supervising, and managing staff in a project management environment.
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