Scrutinising and negotiating research-related contracts on behalf of the OUH. Liaising with researchers, clinicians and the relev.....
Scrutinising and negotiating research-related contracts on behalf of the OUH. Liaising with researchers, clinicians and the relevant administrators to keep them informed and seek their advice as to risks and benefits of the contract terms. After consultation with the Head of IP and Research Contracts, working with the OUH or University of Oxford Legal Services team on the drafting of contractual language to meet the needs of particular negotiations or seeking advice on particular issues. Keeping comprehensive records of each stage of the negotiations. Seeking advice from Head of IP and Research Contracts and other team members where appropriate. Taking part in regular team meetings to review cases, and monitor caseload and completion times. Preparing the final briefing note requesting signature of agreements, setting out key terms and any risks or issues. Answering enquiries about OUHs research-related policies and procedures, and providing advice to researchers, departmental administrators and sponsors on funding and contractual matters (in relation, for example, to the costing and pricing of research at Oxford, IP management, etc). Liaising within the OUH Research & Development team on issues relating to finance, regulation and governance, the Universitys Research Grants specialists on questions relating to research grant applications and the terms/conditions set down by funding agencies. Ensuring the set-up of awards within OUH financial system, working with Research & Development Finance Team on OUH set-up and post-award issues. Following procedures for the effective management of IP arising out of research contracts, liaising with the Head of IP and Research Contracts and the University of Oxfords IP Rights Management Team, in connection with the commercialisation of research through Oxford University Innovation Limited. Arranging meetings, preparing agenda papers, recording minutes and producing action notes in connection with the work of the office. Dealing with enquiries and requests for information and preparing draft correspondence on behalf of the Head of IP and Research Contracts, the Director of R&D or his/her deputies as required. Contributing to the development of OUH policy as it relates to the external funding of research, and drafting briefing notes for senior officers and/or papers for OUHs governing bodies in this area. Other duties as assigned by the Head of IP and Research Contracts, or Research Contract Manager when the need arises. The post is part of a small team working on research related contracts, grants and innovation within OUH R&D as part of the JRO. The team operates a hybrid on-site/off-site approach to working but is based at OUH Cowley when on-site. In addition, face-to-face contact may be required with Oxford University and other Oxford JRO partners at their locations. Work at other OUH sites may also be required from time to time.
