Head of Technology Transfer (m/f/d)

Manage the refinement and implementation of the CTC's technology transfer strategy, definition of long-term goals, roadmaps, and institutional priorities, the rollout of essential digital tools including Establish governance and decision-making structures for scalable transfer processes, including IP management, collaboration models with industry and academia, commercialization pathways, and spin-off frameworks Shape and oversee execution of a forward‐looking IP policy and licensing strategy to increase and commercialize research outcomes Supervise the development of a researcher engagement model to identify commercialization potential early Lead high‐level contract related to IP, strategic partnerships, licensing, and commercialization Oversee the development and implementation of internal training programs that promote entrepreneurial mindset, innovation skills, and commercialization awareness among researchers Build and maintain a strong, diverse network across industry, academia, investors, public institutions, intermediaries, and innovation actors in the region and beyond Lead and develop a multidisciplinary transfer team, enabling a collaborative, transparent, and high-performing work environment Define and Continuing refine the department's service portfolio, guarantee clarity, accessibility, and alignment with organizational needs and strategic priorities Define, refine and oversee monitoring of KPIs to track transfer performance and inform structural changes Work with governance bodies and management boards; reports directly to executive management

Master's degree or PhD in a relevant field search as STEM disciplines, economics, social sciences, innovation/technology management with technical affinity, or IP/patent law or a comparable degree Extensive senior-level experience in technology transfer, with expertise in IP management, licensing, innovation management, business development, start-up support, acquisition, and business or regional development Demonstrated success in licensing negotiations, spin-off development, and collaboration, ideally across both academic and industrial environments Strong understanding of chemical markets and value chains and the ability to work effectively with researchers in natural sciences and data-driven fields Proven experience in developing and strengthening innovation ecosystems, including cross-sector partnerships and multi-stakeholder networks Strategic and analytical mindset, combined with a hands-on, results‐oriented approach Motivation to shape structures, build new capabilities, and contribute to the development of a newly established research organization Experience in leading multidisciplinary teams, enabling organizational growth and fostering transparent, collaborative teamwork Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills across scientific, industrial, and public-sector stakeholders High professionalism, strong priority capability, and reliability in industry-oriented contexts Fluency in German and English (written and spoken)

The opportunity to support groundbreaking research and contribute to the CTC's growth on its path towards becoming one of the largest research centers for chemistry in Europe. Salary: TVöD (Bund) depending on the candidate's qualifications. The chance to work in a dynamic, collaborative, and international environment embedded in a highly motivated team. A high degree of personal responsibility and the to freedom independent ideas. Individual support services fostering professional and personal growth. Conditions and social benefits of public service, including 30 days of vacation (based on a 5-day work week), annual special payments, and additional pension benefits (VBL). Subsidy for a public transport job ticket The CTC strives for gender equality and diversity. We welcome applications from all backgrounds. We are committed to increasing the number of individuals with disabilities in our workforce and therefore encourage applications from seeking individuals. In addition, the CTC seeks to increase the number of women in those areas where You are underrepresented and therefore specifically encourageds women to apply. .